I agree, I like these intermediate traction tires, they are great for most applications. I'm in central Texas. I had a freakin' assegai tire on my Ibis Ripley V4 and I think it ruined the lightweight characteristics of that bike, I'm thinking a lot of people OVERtire and than pay for it with slower rolling/more tiring to climb.
Wet weather user here. Based partially on your videos, I have settled for an aggressor rear+ dhr 2 front combo on my short travel trail bike. The trails local to me have horrendous amounts of slick wet rocks and roots, with variable density mud puddles, and even in these conditions, this combo conjures up an absolutely unholy amount of downhill confidence. It feels like your bike will just never let go unless you really want it to. It’s pretty easy to get carried away, something I never felt using the stock Bontrager XR4 pair. I set multiple downhill PRs in the worst weather conditions using this combo, and it has never let me down. Climbing traction alao feels great. In these conditions, I find the aggressor both grippier and faster rolling than the dissector it’s about on par with the XR4 it replaced. The rekon is even faster, but it sacrifices large amounts of climbing and cornering traction in the wet. So all things considered, I’m all for the aggressor too - using it in 29x2,3 EXO Dual config, just for reference. The only downside of the aggressor may be that it clogs up with thicker mud easier than a dissector, but way less than a rekon.
I think you've nailed the analysis spot-on for each tire. I ride in SoCal, it's also very dry and loose, agree that the Rekon slips and spins out on climbs. I never noticed that the Aggressor isn't ramped, I realize that may be why it has such good braking traction out of these three. I like the Dissector too but I currently have it in the Maxxgrip DH, might be a bit overkill, I'd like to see how fast it is in other casings. Looking forward to your mega-inclusive review!
Thanks for the feedback! I appreciate it 🍻 might want to look at going to a double down casing and maxxterra compound if your looking for bit more speed 🤘
@@dustinbjohnson Welcome! Yes a different casing might do the trick. Also, I tried 120 TPI for the first time and that might also be my new jam. As for now, my general, overall conclusion after running Dissector, Assegai, DHF, DHR, Rekon, is: Aggressor rear + literally anything out front = FAST. I love that Aggressor!
@@dustindrake2483 Great to hear. I've been running DHR2 on front and Dissector in back. So far the best combo I've ridden. Will try Rekon/Dissector combo soon.
Bought one based on your comments/reviews. Have a dissector out back for a few months now and agree with what you've said about that. May try it up front for a bit but have a magic mary front for the loamy sandy conditions I have in the UK
Been going back and fourth on the Aggressor and Dissector and totally agree on the Aggressor best rear tire for my trails in Utah as well It covers the state well from Moab to my hometown trails in Eagle Mountain Haven’t tried the Dissector in the front yet just can’t seem part with the DHF!
For my stumpy , i've follow your tips, and now i'm running DHR 2 2.4 3c maxxterra front and Aggressor 2.3 rear , best combo ever for 360 trail riding with some (low speed) enduro rocky trail? YES! Nice vid bro....as always
I live in Utah's dry country. Your comments all resonate! I used to run Aggressor front and rear, and just swap new to front, and old front to rear. Then Dissector front, and Recon rear. Just upgraded to a 29er from 27.5 and thinking I might go Dissector and Aggressor all year round. Love your vids brother!! Thanks for the garage chat. Now to maybe find a set in skinwall. Ditch the ugly yellow logos... Maxxis all the way, though.
Justin thanks bro!! I have got a lot feedback on people running the dissector/aggressor combo and people are loving it!! As soon as maxxis offers tanwalls in the 3C compounds I'm buying them!! Cheers! 🍻
I settled on a DHR2 up front and Dissector out back, both 2.4 on my Ibis Ripley. Absolutely loved that combo….at first. I recently noticed my rear end letting loose and/or squirming during aggressive cornering, especially in high speed situations. Upon inspecting the tire (Dissector) I saw that the side knobs were all tearing, which totally explains the drop in performance. The DHR2 still looks almost new. I corner very aggressively with minimal skidding. Disappointing because on the rear the Dissector felt like the perfect combination of rolling speed, weight, and traction for me. I’m thinking of going to either an Aggressor or Rekon on the rear. I’ll be keeping the DHR2 up front.
That’s the down side to the dissector. I love that tire but as a rear it goes quick. They do make an exo dual compound dissector which will last a bit longer and will roll faster. Maybe check that out. If not the 2.3 aggressor is killer!
About to put a Dissector on the rear with the DHR2 I have up front. Currently have a Rekon on the rear but it’s pretty worn. Went with the dual compound on the Dissector hoping to not kill my rolling speed.
I have the Rekon on the Following and Aggressor on the Yeti sb5.5. I actually find the Rekon more predictable (and faster) in the foothills but there isn't much difference there. The Aggressor is a little more braapy/steezy on manicured flow and downhill trails like up at Bogus and Tamarack - lets loose in the corners and berms but predictably so. New Enduro came with Specialized Butcher tires both front and rear and I surprisingly don't hate them - they actually hook up quite well on our blown-out trails. At least we're supposed to get some rain this weekend which may help the trails some.
I loved the Aggressor on the front of my 27.5 Trail Bike, now that I've gone 29 Down Country bike I'm missing that confidence so thinking of putting Aggressor on the front again to give the confidence back
Great video Dustin! Thanks for doing the comparison. On my short travel bike I am thinking of switching to Dissector-Aggressor Or Maybe dissector- minion SS Thanks again
What do you think about the Dissector leaning in and out of turns? Coulda just been me, but it seemed to want to stand the bike up more. 2 biggest differences going from a dissector rear to aggressor rear is it hooks up on steep, rocky climbs better and it lasts WAY longer than anything else ive ridden. Going to move the Dissector to the front and give the DHF a break. Had an assegai and it was amazing, but maybe overkill for trail riding in dry conditions.
Dude yes! I'm glad someone else noticed the dissector doing that as a rear. I was constantly blowing throw corners on the dissector. Felt like it just wants to stand the bike up. I like it better as a front
100% agree dude! Rekon can definitely tackle some black diamonds. But it’s definitely the bare minimum. I really like the 2.3 aggressor. Almost no weight penalty but much more traction and braking. And almost no rolling penalty
Thanks man! I'm diggin your no BS review. Our terrain is the same as yours. Running Assegai in the rear, looking to speed it up. Found a rad deal on Aggressors, gonna pickem up. *subbed.
@@dustinbjohnson sounds like we have a similar riding style - should work great! The wife and I bought too much bike (Norco Shores) and I can't get her out on it other than at the lift accessed park. The Aggressor vs our Maxxgrip Assegais should make it feel a bunch more speedy.
Great vid! Good info, I was wondering what the traction of the Rekon was vs the others, this answered my question! Curious if you're going to get out on the new Forekaster?
I haven’t but it’s on my list! Seems like it’s bridging the gap between the Rekon and the aggressor. My go to is still the 2.3 aggressor. My favorite all around rear tire
My rear 29x2.5 DHR2 is almost done and I am torn between getting the Aggressor in a 2.3 or a 2.5wt. The DHR felt draggy and slow so I am hoping for a faster rolling experience. What are your thoughts, 2.3 or 2.5wt for the rear?
@@dustinbjohnson my bad dude I meant to say 2.4 DHR. Currently between the 2.3 aggressor DD and the Rekon 2.4wt exo+. Does the 2.3 aggressor feel small in the back or is it adequate enough? I live in San Diego and we have dry rocky conditions.
@@TristWallace I don’t care for the rekon much honestly. The aggressor with the harder rubber compounds rolls much better. And they blow up about the same. And aggressor has much better traction all the way around.
Alright dude I have one last question for you. I’m no longer debating the aggressor 2.3 vs 2.5, it’s now between the 2.3 aggressor, 2.4 dissector, and 2.4 forkaster v2. Still a dhf up front. I live in socal and the conditions are dry/loose/rocky. Worried about dissectors falling apart, and have never tried the forkaster. Looking for something faster than the dhr2 but can kinda do everything well.
Thanks For the video, Im so confused to select a tire For my rear wheel. Actually i have an dissector and i feel its too slow on de uphill. I gona try whith de agresor. Sorry For the inglish regrads from chile
I find the dissector to be pretty fast and very good all around tire. The aggressor i feel is a touch faster and the Rekon bit faster then that. But you loose traction. I don’t know your terrain. But if it’s super dry. I like aggressor. But more loose I like dissector.
Curious if you'd be able to give a percentage number on how much slower the Aggressor is to the Recon. I've ridden all three as rears (4 if you you count the DHR2), but on different bikes. My "bigger" bike first the Aggressor until it wore out and now a Dissector. I prefer the Dissector on that bike for what I use it for. My new shorter travel bike (Spur) came with a Rekon. Maybe I'm riding it too much like my like my bigger bike but it seems like I'm losing traction far too much on downhill loose/dusty or loose over hard (dry NorCal terrain) - even with 2 psi lower than what I normally run. Never a problem in same areas with other two. I do find it fine on "cleaner", hard packed trails though. Spur is meant to be my long, fast, flowy ride day bike, but if Aggressor isn't too much more draggy, I might put one on. Thoughts?
Yah you definitely have to ride the rekon a bit different. You can make up time in other ways. I noticed I'm not quite as confident in high speed loose stuff on the rekon. But I can make up time on the pedally flat sections. If I had to guess....I say the aggressor is around 7-10% slower ... not huge difference but noticeable
Tires are tough to get right when talking to a wide audience, depends on the rider and conditions. For me, light to moderate stuff an Ardent up front and a Rekon in the back works great for the PNW when youre not in the mud...otherwise everyone runs DHF and Assegai
Hard Pack clay with lots of roots and some loose sand over it here and there. What would you put upfront to pair it up with Recon. I am coming from Dissector/DHR II. All the grip I need but are they slooooow.
Personally up front I really settled in to the DHF or Assegai. Really don’t like running anything else. But we have really terrible loose conditions. Were you might be able to get away with the dissector. Maybe take a look at the new forekaster 2.4 maxxterra
I’ve been liking the 2.3 DHF MaxTerra on the front and 2.3 Aggressor out back. Thinking about swapping a 2.3 DHR2 MaxTerra on the front just to see if I like it more.
Nice vid bro, I’m running dhf 2.5 and aggressor 2.4 both in maxx grip double down and I love the aggressor but overall I’m noticing the bike’s starting to feel a bit sluggish as I want to go faster now that my confidence is up (I’m new to riding and ride a hard tail so wanted to durable grippy set up) mostly ride dry loose over hard pack trails. Any suggestions for an alternative front tyre maybe?
Yah dude! 2.5 dhf DD is overkill for a hardtail in my opinion and maxxgrip is really slow. Check out the 2.4 dissector maxxterra exo or exo+ if your a heavier rider. Your bike will come alive!
@@dustinbjohnson unreal Dustin thanks for the advice, will definitely give that set up a go and keep the dd’s for my enduro (when I can afford one 😉). Enjoy nerding out on bike stuff keep up the good work!
Ardent 2.25 is too narrow for the 30mm rims I use. I've used one years ago. More of an XC Tire, and outdated tire. Would be more compared to a rekon which is a far better tire then ardents.. Aggressor is more of an aggressive trail/enduro tire.
I am buying tires but i cant find hdf or hdr2 for front tire. What do you think if the high roller 2 2.3 whould be a good front tire? With the agressor rear 2.3
Dustin, love the garage talks about tires. I think you are doing some of the best MTB reviews on RUclips. Your conclusions match so well with my experiences, keep the content coming! What would you think about a aggressor 2.3" EXO out back and with a dissector 2.4" EXO in front? I've used two different sets of aggressors on two different bikes and loved it, but I have never tried the dissector.
I have ran a lot of tire combinations and he has pretty much nailed it. If you want a fast rolling bike that still hooks up, Aggressor rear Dissector Front is going to be a good hit. If you want more traction use an Assegai up front...just won't roll as fast, but is more predictable. One thing I noticed with the Dissector is it seems to want to stand the bike up when youre leaning into and out of turns. just takes some getting used to.
@@glassbarrel Thanks, I just made that switch last month so I'll keep an eye out for that cornering issue. So far so good! It rolls much faster and I don't miss the extra grip of the DHF/DHR II combo that came on the bike.
Dustin, I ordered the Aggressor in 2.3, but then realized it’s not WT casing. I running 35mm rims. Is this going to be good for my rim? I’m going to run the Dissector 2.4 up front… thanks
Yah I have some time on it. That tire is a moss for me personally. It’s good about 5 days a year here in idaho. As soon as the trails are dry and blown out. That tire is all over the place. I like the aggressor 2.3 much better. Similar speed and more all around traction and braking
Really impressed with Vittoria. Agarro 2.6/Agarro 2.35 or Martello/Agarro... Started a new Ripley with Rekon 2.4 MT up front and Agarro is so much better on front or back (Feel, grip, cornering, speed)
@@kentao4 no problem.. Vittoria is very underrated as everyone just thinks Maxxis = best (not saying that about this channel tho). Vittoria is fast or faster than most schwalbe with durability of Maxxis but newer tech than both. The trail casing Agarro/Martello/Mazza all have a pinch flat insert similar to a Exo+
May try an aggressor in the rear, been running 2.4 dissector for a couple weeks and overall it’s good climbing is easy as piss and rolls hella fast, but it can get a bit skidish at times like you say skips out randomly but it does catch just gives me an “oh shit” moment every ride lol and braking traction isn’t that great coming from a dhr2
I love the Rekon, but the ramped knobs do reduced traction if it gets really loose. The trick here is flipping it around and using it backwards (trust me), but you give up a little braking traction then. The biggest surprise in the Maxxis line up for me was the Ardent Race 2.6. They made the tread much larger and it grips much more than you'd expect.
@@dustinbjohnson I totally get that. It's been a while since I saw manufacturers make a tire that could be flipped either way depending what you wanted from it.
Was that a delicious WhiteClaw at the beginning of the video? You go girl! - But, seriously I appreciate your thoughts on these tires, my eMTB (Cannondale Habit) came with Rekons front and rear - I like the Rekon on the rear but the front is sketchy in our dry southern Utah conditions. The Rekon works great on slickrock however.
Tire talk always a fun subject that all of us have great opinions on or want info on. I always think about trying a new tire combo but never do since I'm just so used to the DHR2 and DHF
Dry (but not super dry hardpack, just dry forest natural trails and alps) : front - assegai dd rear - minion ss dd Damp/wet/mud: assegai dd or shorty dd front and dhr2 or high roller 2 dd rear I also like the michelin dh22 bikepark Edition, very similar to a dhr2 but more stiff because of its design and wire bead but still tubeless ready
@@dustinbjohnson the dh22 is great, dont know how it feels as a front tyre but as rear its great. In europe its also cheap, got them for 22 Euros per tyre. 😂 The wild enduros are super grippy, roll pretty fast for what they are. Especially in loose or wet soft soil they rail like nothing else. But i didnt like them over wet roots and rocks, thats where maxxis maxxgrip/ supertacky or contis Black chilli compound are the choice for me
I've ran the rock razor before. Fun tire. But climbing traction is terrible out here when it's super dry. And the new super trail version is way too heavy for what it is. In my opinion
@@dustinbjohnson I was worried that a 2.5 front with a 2.3 rear would create weird cornering behavior since they will hit side knobs at slightly different angles. Will have to give it a shot
I agree, I like these intermediate traction tires, they are great for most applications. I'm in central Texas. I had a freakin' assegai tire on my Ibis Ripley V4 and I think it ruined the lightweight characteristics of that bike, I'm thinking a lot of people OVERtire and than pay for it with slower rolling/more tiring to climb.
I couldn't agree more!!
Love talking or hearing about tyres 👍. Thank you
Tires are fun! It's cool feeling how they can transform your bike
@@dustinbjohnson god so true and it’s great just experimenting 👍
Wet weather user here. Based partially on your videos, I have settled for an aggressor rear+ dhr 2 front combo on my short travel trail bike. The trails local to me have horrendous amounts of slick wet rocks and roots, with variable density mud puddles, and even in these conditions, this combo conjures up an absolutely unholy amount of downhill confidence. It feels like your bike will just never let go unless you really want it to. It’s pretty easy to get carried away, something I never felt using the stock Bontrager XR4 pair. I set multiple downhill PRs in the worst weather conditions using this combo, and it has never let me down. Climbing traction alao feels great. In these conditions, I find the aggressor both grippier and faster rolling than the dissector it’s about on par with the XR4 it replaced. The rekon is even faster, but it sacrifices large amounts of climbing and cornering traction in the wet.
So all things considered, I’m all for the aggressor too - using it in 29x2,3 EXO Dual config, just for reference.
The only downside of the aggressor may be that it clogs up with thicker mud easier than a dissector, but way less than a rekon.
I think you've nailed the analysis spot-on for each tire. I ride in SoCal, it's also very dry and loose, agree that the Rekon slips and spins out on climbs. I never noticed that the Aggressor isn't ramped, I realize that may be why it has such good braking traction out of these three. I like the Dissector too but I currently have it in the Maxxgrip DH, might be a bit overkill, I'd like to see how fast it is in other casings. Looking forward to your mega-inclusive review!
Thanks for the feedback! I appreciate it 🍻 might want to look at going to a double down casing and maxxterra compound if your looking for bit more speed 🤘
@@dustinbjohnson Welcome! Yes a different casing might do the trick. Also, I tried 120 TPI for the first time and that might also be my new jam. As for now, my general, overall conclusion after running Dissector, Assegai, DHF, DHR, Rekon, is: Aggressor rear + literally anything out front = FAST. I love that Aggressor!
@@TheJofrica I totally agree! Aggressor FTW!
Been running dissector rear and dhf front. Going to give the aggressor rear dissector front a try. Thanks for keeping it real bro!
Hell ya! Dude dissector/aggressor combo is so good 🏎💨
Did you try the Dissector/aggressor combo? How did you like it?
@@nycalien ended up with reckon on rear and dissector up front. 👍👍👍
@@dustindrake2483 Great to hear. I've been running DHR2 on front and Dissector in back. So far the best combo I've ridden. Will try Rekon/Dissector combo soon.
Bought one based on your comments/reviews. Have a dissector out back for a few months now and agree with what you've said about that. May try it up front for a bit but have a magic mary front for the loamy sandy conditions I have in the UK
yah tough to beat that magic mary in loam if you dont mind the weight!
DHF front / Aggressor rear is the do it all mtb combo.
Been going back and fourth on the Aggressor and Dissector and totally agree on the Aggressor best rear tire for my trails in Utah as well
It covers the state well from Moab to my hometown trails in Eagle Mountain
Haven’t tried the Dissector in the front yet just can’t seem part with the DHF!
Dude ya! I just rode the aggressor at moab and it was perfect!
For my stumpy , i've follow your tips, and now i'm running DHR 2 2.4 3c maxxterra front and Aggressor 2.3 rear , best combo ever for 360 trail riding with some (low speed) enduro rocky trail? YES!
Nice vid bro....as always
Heck yah! I road that combo for moab. LOVED IT!
I live in Utah's dry country. Your comments all resonate! I used to run Aggressor front and rear, and just swap new to front, and old front to rear. Then Dissector front, and Recon rear. Just upgraded to a 29er from 27.5 and thinking I might go Dissector and Aggressor all year round. Love your vids brother!! Thanks for the garage chat. Now to maybe find a set in skinwall. Ditch the ugly yellow logos... Maxxis all the way, though.
Justin thanks bro!! I have got a lot feedback on people running the dissector/aggressor combo and people are loving it!! As soon as maxxis offers tanwalls in the 3C compounds I'm buying them!! Cheers! 🍻
Ibis ripmo V2: DHR2 front, Aggressor Rear. Ride in Maryland/Virginia and it is an great combo for wet/dry conditions out here!
Love that combo!
Appreciate info
Dissector n Aggressor combo has been clutch 🍻
Heck ya! That combo rips!! 🏎💨
What size rims are you running?
@@mcduffrobert 30mm internal
I settled on a DHR2 up front and Dissector out back, both 2.4 on my Ibis Ripley. Absolutely loved that combo….at first. I recently noticed my rear end letting loose and/or squirming during aggressive cornering, especially in high speed situations. Upon inspecting the tire (Dissector) I saw that the side knobs were all tearing, which totally explains the drop in performance. The DHR2 still looks almost new. I corner very aggressively with minimal skidding. Disappointing because on the rear the Dissector felt like the perfect combination of rolling speed, weight, and traction for me. I’m thinking of going to either an Aggressor or Rekon on the rear. I’ll be keeping the DHR2 up front.
That’s the down side to the dissector. I love that tire but as a rear it goes quick. They do make an exo dual compound dissector which will last a bit longer and will roll faster. Maybe check that out. If not the 2.3 aggressor is killer!
About to put a Dissector on the rear with the DHR2 I have up front. Currently have a Rekon on the rear but it’s pretty worn. Went with the dual compound on the Dissector hoping to not kill my rolling speed.
Good call on the dual compound!
Going from minions to dissector front aggressor rear has been the biggest improvement I have made to my bike
Dude yes!!! 🏎💨
Is the dissector in the front easy to wash out? I’m worried about it washing out on the front end.
@@Mbtharp1 I'd say if you worried. Go DHR2 up front.
@@Mbtharp1 not unless your doing downhill for most of your riding,if your doing general trail riding then there plenty grippy enough
Front: DHR2 rear: dissector on an optic. In Pnw. Liking so far 🤷♂️
That's a killer combo!
I have the Rekon on the Following and Aggressor on the Yeti sb5.5. I actually find the Rekon more predictable (and faster) in the foothills but there isn't much difference there. The Aggressor is a little more braapy/steezy on manicured flow and downhill trails like up at Bogus and Tamarack - lets loose in the corners and berms but predictably so. New Enduro came with Specialized Butcher tires both front and rear and I surprisingly don't hate them - they actually hook up quite well on our blown-out trails. At least we're supposed to get some rain this weekend which may help the trails some.
Yah rekon and aggressor are my go-tos out back! Dude have you tried the specialized eliminator? I actually dig that tire front and rear. 2.5
@@dustinbjohnson Not yet but will have to check those out
I loved the Aggressor on the front of my 27.5 Trail Bike, now that I've gone 29 Down Country bike I'm missing that confidence so thinking of putting Aggressor on the front again to give the confidence back
Great video Dustin! Thanks for doing the comparison.
On my short travel bike I am thinking of switching to Dissector-Aggressor
Or Maybe dissector- minion SS
Thanks again
What do you think about the Dissector leaning in and out of turns? Coulda just been me, but it seemed to want to stand the bike up more. 2 biggest differences going from a dissector rear to aggressor rear is it hooks up on steep, rocky climbs better and it lasts WAY longer than anything else ive ridden. Going to move the Dissector to the front and give the DHF a break. Had an assegai and it was amazing, but maybe overkill for trail riding in dry conditions.
Dude yes! I'm glad someone else noticed the dissector doing that as a rear. I was constantly blowing throw corners on the dissector. Felt like it just wants to stand the bike up. I like it better as a front
Rekon out back for xc/ trail even done several black diamond trail w/ it, agree w/ what you said it's the bare minimum.
100% agree dude! Rekon can definitely tackle some black diamonds. But it’s definitely the bare minimum. I really like the 2.3 aggressor. Almost no weight penalty but much more traction and braking. And almost no rolling penalty
My new reviewer set up has been DHR 2 up front and Dissector rear. Both 2.4. Awesome for my style riding on the Vegas trails
That's a killer combo!
Thanks man! I'm diggin your no BS review. Our terrain is the same as yours. Running Assegai in the rear, looking to speed it up. Found a rad deal on Aggressors, gonna pickem up. *subbed.
Dude love hearing that!! Thank you man 🙌🙏🍻 you'll dig the aggressor man. My absolute go to rear tire!!
@@dustinbjohnson sounds like we have a similar riding style - should work great! The wife and I bought too much bike (Norco Shores) and I can't get her out on it other than at the lift accessed park. The Aggressor vs our Maxxgrip Assegais should make it feel a bunch more speedy.
@@tanktheram oh man maxx grip assegai is a turd for everyday trail riding. Aggressor is the perfect do all rear tire. Enough grip and fast as hell
Spot on! You have helped me decide which one to go to. Thanks
Thanks Earl! I appreciate the feedback and glad I could help! 🍻
Good video. The Maxxis Aggressor is my next rear tire to go with my Minion DHF
Thanks dude! Check out the assegai when it's time to change the front! Assegai/aggressor combo rips!
My new set up this spring is 2.6 Assegai front aggressor2.3 rear so far so good.
Hell yah!!!
Great vid! Good info, I was wondering what the traction of the Rekon was vs the others, this answered my question! Curious if you're going to get out on the new Forekaster?
I haven’t but it’s on my list! Seems like it’s bridging the gap between the Rekon and the aggressor. My go to is still the 2.3 aggressor. My favorite all around rear tire
Nice rundown.. ! good reasoning. I subbed !
i realize it's quite randomly asking but does anybody know of a good website to stream new series online?
@Vihaan Maximus i would suggest FlixZone. Just google for it :)
Cual es el motivvo de que en el frontal nadie lo recomienda?
My rear 29x2.5 DHR2 is almost done and I am torn between getting the Aggressor in a 2.3 or a 2.5wt. The DHR felt draggy and slow so I am hoping for a faster rolling experience. What are your thoughts, 2.3 or 2.5wt for the rear?
I personally prefer a 2.3 or 2:4 rear. More importantly where did you get a 2.5 dhr2?? I have wanted that tire for so long! But only find 2.4 or 2.6
@@dustinbjohnson my bad dude I meant to say 2.4 DHR.
Currently between the 2.3 aggressor DD and the Rekon 2.4wt exo+. Does the 2.3 aggressor feel small in the back or is it adequate enough? I live in San Diego and we have dry rocky conditions.
@@TristWallace I don’t care for the rekon much honestly. The aggressor with the harder rubber compounds rolls much better. And they blow up about the same. And aggressor has much better traction all the way around.
Alright dude I have one last question for you. I’m no longer debating the aggressor 2.3 vs 2.5, it’s now between the 2.3 aggressor, 2.4 dissector, and 2.4 forkaster v2. Still a dhf up front. I live in socal and the conditions are dry/loose/rocky. Worried about dissectors falling apart, and have never tried the forkaster. Looking for something faster than the dhr2 but can kinda do everything well.
I ride a Trek Roscoe 8 still trying too learn about tire combos.
I run Dissector/Rekon in Western PA.
Killer combo!
Hey bro what do you think about a recon front aggressor rear Florida trails?
Thanks For the video, Im so confused to select a tire For my rear wheel. Actually i have an dissector and i feel its too slow on de uphill. I gona try whith de agresor. Sorry For the inglish regrads from chile
I find the dissector to be pretty fast and very good all around tire. The aggressor i feel is a touch faster and the Rekon bit faster then that. But you loose traction. I don’t know your terrain. But if it’s super dry. I like aggressor. But more loose I like dissector.
Curious if you'd be able to give a percentage number on how much slower the Aggressor is to the Recon. I've ridden all three as rears (4 if you you count the DHR2), but on different bikes. My "bigger" bike first the Aggressor until it wore out and now a Dissector. I prefer the Dissector on that bike for what I use it for. My new shorter travel bike (Spur) came with a Rekon. Maybe I'm riding it too much like my like my bigger bike but it seems like I'm losing traction far too much on downhill loose/dusty or loose over hard (dry NorCal terrain) - even with 2 psi lower than what I normally run. Never a problem in same areas with other two. I do find it fine on "cleaner", hard packed trails though. Spur is meant to be my long, fast, flowy ride day bike, but if Aggressor isn't too much more draggy, I might put one on. Thoughts?
Yah you definitely have to ride the rekon a bit different. You can make up time in other ways. I noticed I'm not quite as confident in high speed loose stuff on the rekon. But I can make up time on the pedally flat sections. If I had to guess....I say the aggressor is around 7-10% slower ... not huge difference but noticeable
Tires are tough to get right when talking to a wide audience, depends on the rider and conditions. For me, light to moderate stuff an Ardent up front and a Rekon in the back works great for the PNW when youre not in the mud...otherwise everyone runs DHF and Assegai
Hard Pack clay with lots of roots and some loose sand over it here and there. What would you put upfront to pair it up with Recon. I am coming from Dissector/DHR II. All the grip I need but are they slooooow.
Personally up front I really settled in to the DHF or Assegai. Really don’t like running anything else. But we have really terrible loose conditions. Were you might be able to get away with the dissector. Maybe take a look at the new forekaster 2.4 maxxterra
@@dustinbjohnson let's step down a notch for lighter weight and rolling. I might just try recon on both ends
I’ve been liking the 2.3 DHF MaxTerra on the front and 2.3 Aggressor out back. Thinking about swapping a 2.3 DHR2 MaxTerra on the front just to see if I like it more.
I am thinking also the same. But i cant find dhf 2.3 anywhere to buy... but amazon and they want 160$ shiping..
Nice vid bro, I’m running dhf 2.5 and aggressor 2.4 both in maxx grip double down and I love the aggressor but overall I’m noticing the bike’s starting to feel a bit sluggish as I want to go faster now that my confidence is up (I’m new to riding and ride a hard tail so wanted to durable grippy set up) mostly ride dry loose over hard pack trails. Any suggestions for an alternative front tyre maybe?
Yah dude! 2.5 dhf DD is overkill for a hardtail in my opinion and maxxgrip is really slow. Check out the 2.4 dissector maxxterra exo or exo+ if your a heavier rider. Your bike will come alive!
@@dustinbjohnson unreal
Dustin thanks for the advice, will definitely give that set up a go and keep the dd’s for my enduro (when I can afford one 😉). Enjoy nerding out on bike stuff keep up the good work!
Did you ever tried the ardent 2.25 as rear tire? How would you compare ardent and aggressor? Thanks
Ardent 2.25 is too narrow for the 30mm rims I use. I've used one years ago. More of an XC Tire, and outdated tire. Would be more compared to a rekon which is a far better tire then ardents.. Aggressor is more of an aggressive trail/enduro tire.
@@dustinbjohnson ok thanks, have you ever tried aggressor as front tire?
@@David-rb2qz I haven't. Looks like a rear specific tire to me. But im sure someone has tried it
I am buying tires but i cant find hdf or hdr2 for front tire. What do you think if the high roller 2 2.3 whould be a good front tire? With the agressor rear 2.3
Dustin, love the garage talks about tires. I think you are doing some of the best MTB reviews on RUclips. Your conclusions match so well with my experiences, keep the content coming! What would you think about a aggressor 2.3" EXO out back and with a dissector 2.4" EXO in front? I've used two different sets of aggressors on two different bikes and loved it, but I have never tried the dissector.
I have ran a lot of tire combinations and he has pretty much nailed it. If you want a fast rolling bike that still hooks up, Aggressor rear Dissector Front is going to be a good hit. If you want more traction use an Assegai up front...just won't roll as fast, but is more predictable. One thing I noticed with the Dissector is it seems to want to stand the bike up when youre leaning into and out of turns. just takes some getting used to.
@@glassbarrel Thanks, I just made that switch last month so I'll keep an eye out for that cornering issue. So far so good! It rolls much faster and I don't miss the extra grip of the DHF/DHR II combo that came on the bike.
Dustin, I ordered the Aggressor in 2.3, but then realized it’s not WT casing. I running 35mm rims. Is this going to be good for my rim? I’m going to run the Dissector 2.4 up front… thanks
personally with those wide rims. I would not run a 2.3 tire, might flatten out the tire too much. I'd run 2.4 or 2.5s
Yeah. You want the 2.5 width on 35mm rims.
@@ejhayes76 well I ended up getting Dissector 2.6 up front, and Rekon 2.6 in the rear😅
Any experience with the Minion SS?
Yah I have some time on it. That tire is a moss for me personally. It’s good about 5 days a year here in idaho. As soon as the trails are dry and blown out. That tire is all over the place. I like the aggressor 2.3 much better. Similar speed and more all around traction and braking
@@dustinbjohnson thanks!
@@gte717v cheers! 🍻
I think the Dissector gets up to speed quicker than the Aggressor. Dissector definitely will give you some drifting.
I would tend to agree. Dissector/aggressor is a nasty combo
What do you suggest as a good all around combo for a down country bike? I live in pa but don’t really ride in terrible conditions.
Dissector front , rekon rear 2.4 maxx Terra. All day everyday!
Really impressed with Vittoria. Agarro 2.6/Agarro 2.35 or Martello/Agarro... Started a new Ripley with Rekon 2.4 MT up front and Agarro is so much better on front or back (Feel, grip, cornering, speed)
@@dustinbjohnson thanks sir!
@@marcg611 I’ll look into that too. Thanks!
@@kentao4 no problem.. Vittoria is very underrated as everyone just thinks Maxxis = best (not saying that about this channel tho). Vittoria is fast or faster than most schwalbe with durability of Maxxis but newer tech than both. The trail casing Agarro/Martello/Mazza all have a pinch flat insert similar to a Exo+
Are you swapping tires while tubeless or running tubes?
Always tubeless! No one should ever run tubes anymore haha
May try an aggressor in the rear, been running 2.4 dissector for a couple weeks and overall it’s good climbing is easy as piss and rolls hella fast, but it can get a bit skidish at times like you say skips out randomly but it does catch just gives me an “oh shit” moment every ride lol and braking traction isn’t that great coming from a dhr2
Aggressor is dope. Just very well rounded. Not going to blow you away. Brakes good, good traction. And very fast.
Have you ever tried the Forekaster?
Dhr2 or dissector for a trail bike front tire?
dhr2 for bit more grip and predictability. dissector for speed!
I love the Rekon, but the ramped knobs do reduced traction if it gets really loose. The trick here is flipping it around and using it backwards (trust me), but you give up a little braking traction then.
The biggest surprise in the Maxxis line up for me was the Ardent Race 2.6. They made the tread much larger and it grips much more than you'd expect.
I'm too OCD to run a tire backwards Haha!
@@dustinbjohnson I totally get that. It's been a while since I saw manufacturers make a tire that could be flipped either way depending what you wanted from it.
hi, what is the best tire combinations for road used and slight trails, tha ks.
i mean what maxxis tire? thanks & ridesafe
Agressor is the best 😌😌
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Have you ever run the Minion SS?
I havent.. I've ran the schwalbe rock razor. It was fun and super fast, but had no braking and it didn't climb very well traction wise.
Was that a delicious WhiteClaw at the beginning of the video? You go girl! - But, seriously I appreciate your thoughts on these tires, my eMTB (Cannondale Habit) came with Rekons front and rear - I like the Rekon on the rear but the front is sketchy in our dry southern Utah conditions. The Rekon works great on slickrock however.
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Aggressor vs Morsa?
Mannnnn that's tough. 1A.. 1B... if the morsa had a maxxis logo on it... I'd go morsa
It's a bummer the Aggressor is only duel compound
I agree. But that’s part of why it rolls so good
Aggressor needs to be offered in EXO +
Totally agree. I would love to see it offered in EXO+ and a 3C maxxterra compound.
Tire talk always a fun subject that all of us have great opinions on or want info on. I always think about trying a new tire combo but never do since I'm just so used to the DHR2 and DHF
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Dry (but not super dry hardpack, just dry forest natural trails and alps) : front - assegai dd rear - minion ss dd
Damp/wet/mud: assegai dd or shorty dd front and dhr2 or high roller 2 dd rear
I also like the michelin dh22 bikepark Edition, very similar to a dhr2 but more stiff because of its design and wire bead but still tubeless ready
I really want to try some michelins
@@dustinbjohnson the dh22 is great, dont know how it feels as a front tyre but as rear its great. In europe its also cheap, got them for 22 Euros per tyre. 😂
The wild enduros are super grippy, roll pretty fast for what they are. Especially in loose or wet soft soil they rail like nothing else.
But i didnt like them over wet roots and rocks, thats where maxxis maxxgrip/ supertacky or contis Black chilli compound are the choice for me
How many subscribers till you give away a bike... 😂
360... but who's counting.. 😂
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Semi slick back.... Schwalbe
I've ran the rock razor before. Fun tire. But climbing traction is terrible out here when it's super dry. And the new super trail version is way too heavy for what it is. In my opinion
@@dustinbjohnson never try SS maxxis
But i run a 2.3 front dhf max terra and a 2.35 super gravity.
What rim size do you run for the 2.3 aggressor. I use a 2.5 on a 30 mm and love it. Curious how much faster a 2.3 will roll.
I love the 2.3 aggressor on my 30mm internal enves. Perfect profile. Maxxis claims on their website 2.3-2.5 tires for 30mm rims
@@dustinbjohnson I was worried that a 2.5 front with a 2.3 rear would create weird cornering behavior since they will hit side knobs at slightly different angles. Will have to give it a shot