Model/Year: 2012

Pros: Fast, low resistance. A good tire for its intended purpose -- XC on hardpack. Lives up somewhat to its claim that it "has enough spacing to grab wet roots and rocks."

Cons: It really rough or slipper conditions, you will want something beefier and grippier.

Recommendation: I got this tire stock on my last bike. I've never been a big fan of the lower profile tires, but gave these a try for a while. I was actually impressed with them, but eventually I replaced the front one with something with more grip. Eventually I replaced the rear before a trip to WV, and am glad I did. In the right conditions though, this seems like a great tire.

Pros: Fast and durable with tough sidewalls. Have had very few flats.

Cons: Wears fast if ridden on streets, but they all do. Washes out occassionally in loose conditions.

Recommendation: Excellent tire for summer race season an weekend epics

Pros: Quick

Cons: cornering

Recommendation: This tire is quick on the straights, but is lacking on the corners. Also, in loamy, loose trails, expect to wash out.

Pros: good tread and fast in 29" version

Cons: hard to mount tubeless but can be done

Recommendation: I run my 29" tubeless. Holds well and good grip for rear tire.

Pros: Classic, time tested design combines low rolling resistance with good traction in a variety of conditions. Durable casing and solid construction.

Cons: This is not a tire for loose, wet, or muddy conditions.

Recommendation: I'm riding the 29er version right now and I really like this tire.

Pros: Super low rolling resistance. Uber fast. Good cornering.

Cons: lose some traction on very steep inclines.

Recommendation: I have these front and rear, on both of my xc bikes. I love them!!

Pros: Great traction and cornering!!!!! Very low roll resistance.

Cons: Weak sidewalls in sharp technical conditions.

Recommendation: I love this tire in low technical conditions when I want to FLY around corners! It doesn't look like you get the traction, but you DO! If you are experienced and lean into turns while you still crank down - this tire rocks for you! If you are going to ride Moab...get a thicker sidewall tire. This tire has a VERY thin sidewall. This is a great tire for the right conditions!