Interesting that you feel the Forekaster is slower than the Aggressor. According to the Maxxis website, the Forekaster has better rolling speed 🤷♂️ Great vid comparison. Thanks for sharing!
I run a 2.35 Forecaster on front and a 2.3 Purgatory in rear for general trail riding in all seasons but winter. Works well dry and wet. I love it on front. Rolls well and still hooks up good.
Finally got 2.4 3c! They are awesome for around my parts, so quick and roll like a dream. I might go 2.6 up front for the chunky rock/roots we have. Really happy with them.
I think this is right on. I replaced a Max terra Dissector with the new Forkaster on the rear and have been pretty happy. Similar rolling resistance and cornering grip. The Dissector has a bit more braking grip but the Forkaster had more climbing grip. Overall I'd give the edge to the Forkaster as an all around trail tire. Running a max grip DHF up front. Conditions are mostly loose over hard. I'm going to try out a Magic Mary front / Nobby Nick rear over the winter to see if they do a little better at punching through the leaves and pine needles which can be a bit slippery.
@@dustinbjohnson I had the same experience with the Assegai too. It would just randomly slide out a couple of inches, it's unnerving. The DHF is locked in on the same trails.
Thanks for this, it's the 1st YT video I've seen on it. I'm a Ground Control GRID guy front and back myself, but this would be my 2nd choice if I couldn't find one. The FK1 was nice and lite, but the open tread pattern design just wouldn't live very long for me in my desert riding.
I picked one up for my XC/ trail hardtail. I have a few rides with it on the front with Rekon 2.4 rear. I like it okay but a little drifty for me as a front tire. Like you say, it seems better as a rear tire. I think I'm going to swap for a Dissector 2.4 up front instead. Mine also pumped up a little narrow: 56 mm knob to knob vs 58 mm knob to knob on the Rekon. Both WT 2.4 on a 30i rim
Currently rocking Dissector F / Rekon R on my XC sprinty hard tail and DHR2 F/ Forekaster R on my 120/130 trail bike. I'm liking both setups. I wouldn't hesitate at all to run Dissector / Forekaster on an XC/trail bike. Forekaster rolls super fast and Dissector front kinda gives me a DHF feel similar to what Dustin says
@@certainperfectratio Thanks for the tip. I'm currently running Dissector F/Rekon R, on my Orbea Rise. The rear is worn out so I'm looking for a replacement, and like your idea of matching the Forekaster (max terra if possible) with my Dissector up front, but when that one goes I'll probably replace the front with a DHR II, max grip.
Great observations Dustin and I really like the way this tire came out. I currently switched to WTB for this season and run WTB Vigilante front and Trail boss rear. Right when you said it, I was like this reminds me of the Trail boss. I like this direction and I'm gonna have to give this one a go.
I was a fan of the OG Forekaster for a couple reasons. I liked it because of the weight and also the squared knobs were good for hooking up in the climbs. The new one looks like a winner, seems to have a more aggressive tread pattern than the Aggressor would you say?
Yah man the new forekaster is so good! I would say it’s ever so slightly more aggressive then the aggressor 2.3… but the aggressor 2.5 is more aggressive then the forekaster I would say
How's the tread life on the Forekaster? Dissectors are of course known for their short tread life. I happen to love the Dissector out back with an Assegai up front, but that's on a 151/160 travel bike. The Forekaster does look like it would be a good fast rolling rear for an AM or enduro setup, but only comes in EXO, which is going to die rapidly doing endurobro things. The light weight and Assegai like tread makes it look like it would be a good front tire for a downcountry or grippy XC setup, with an Ardent race or Rekon race out back.
Tread life is very good on the dual compound version! My buddy rides hard and it’s held up extremely well. I agree dissector for what ever reason with maxxterra wears super fast
Always love your videos. I’m currently on a 2.6 Rekon on the rear and just waiting for a wicked will to arrive. But loved the Rekon. For me its super fast and incredible grip especially in the slop of the UK. Just back from riding in the French Alps and the tyre was amazing there too so I’ve loved it. But very interesting to here what you said about it. No looking forward to my Wicked Will to see how that performs 👍
Great video. Nice to see some honesty on RUclips. Do you regularly mix brands of tyres front to back? And can you recommend a combination for me please? Currently riding a whyte e160 with assegai and minion combo, I'm looking for something faster rolling but still decent and decending and cornering. Just so hard to ride the ebike once you hit the limiter.
The new contientals!! I’m hooked on them. Excellent bite and roll so much better than maxxis ! My new go to setup is the kyrptotal fr soft , and xynotal re endurance. They are insane
it looks like a Kenda Hellkat, which works great, so not surprised it would also work great. 😃 probably more casing / compound combo options on the Maxxis though.
HI bro the question that I will ask may seem a bit silly but I need guidance. I just bought a very cheap high roller 2 dual compound 2.30 and I'm thinking of buying this forekaster 3c 2.40 since it convinced me more than other tires and I would like to know if I should use the forekaster/high roller 2 combo or better I do another combo.🤔🤔
No such thing as silly question! I think that combo would be worth a try! I think it could work especially if you already have the HR2 for the back. If it were me I’d probably go forekaster front at rear. With 3c up front and DC in the rear or maybe a Rekon out back for more speed 🤘
I had magic marrys fr & rr back in the day, grip for days, not the best rear tire though. my buddy runs the MM & NN combo fr/rr and I can tell that's a game changer even over hardpack
My buddy out in socal is running purple Mary front and orange Mary rear and he is diggin it! But ya too much for me out back. I have a nic laying around. Maybe I’ll try the MM/NN combo
Dude, I can't believe you're sipping on that ag1 garbage... I've been downing a green drink every day for a little over a year now... still have to plug my nose every time. I drink it like a shot as fast as I can. Excited to try the new forkaster... little heavy tho.
Haha! Yah dude it’s no Coco Joy by any means…. 😂 But I like the way I feel after drinking it for a few months now. Forekaster is dope. But would definitely like to see it closer to 900 grams. Im really curious your thoughts on that tire
Do you think assegai front, forekaster rear would be a good setup for a trail hardtail? Good for uphill and downhill? Currently have assegai front and rear
Would like to see you test the 2.4 Forekaster front and 2.4 Rekon rear as a Downcountry combo? I've tried 2.4 Dissector front and 2.4 Rekon rear which I hated because the Dissector just won't hold a line---just like you mentioned. My current favorite Downcountry combo is the 2.6 Rekon front and 2.4 Rekon rear.
I’d probably run the forekaster front and rear. Probably opt for the maxxterra front and dual compound rear. Or maybe dhr2 front and forekaster rear. I just really don’t care for the Rekon
I've recently tried out Schwalbe Magic Mary 2.35 addix soft, with Nobby Nic 2.35 addix speedgrip, maybe you want to try it out, if you're not averse to Schwalbe. Feels great on an angleset modified RM Element 100/120 bike. But here is more like a loamy muddy terrain. In the summer months, I've been on both front and rear Nobby Nics 2.35 speedgrip. I think the Wicked Will + Nobby Nic would be awesome for a Downcountry bike.
I'm on a 2022 Rocky Mountain Element 50 running the combo mentioned (2.4" Rekon - R & 2.4" Dissector - F). I really appreciate this pair's efficiency with just enough traction to ride hard, but don't enjoy the Dissector's small drift zone. It's not as pronounced as the DHF, but still there. Really interested in trying the new 2.4" 3C Forekaster as a front. Anticipating it may roll a tiny bit faster and provide more predictable grip with a slight loss in all out cornering traction.
@@jasonsheridan6222 I absolutely hated the 2.4 Dissector front. I was always washing out on corners or blowing out wide on corners. Riding the Dissector was like being a drunken sailor. That tire just won't hold a line. After using the Dissector for a couple of months, I just got sick of it, yanked it off, and put on an old worn-out 2.6 Rekon. It was like breath of fresh air. Instantly, I was railing corners with confidence even though the Rekon was ready for the trash can.
@@marksandoval5361 I'm really looking forward to trying out the Forekaster on the front. The riding season is wrapping up here in Canada over the next few weeks so I hope to be able to track down a 3C Forekaster by spring. I certainly like the Dissector up front more than you do but it does sometimes slip over off camber roots or when not leaning the bike in a flat corner. I've tried both the dual compound and 3C Maxx Terra Dissector and the 3C was far less prone to the issues you're describing.
I don't get the rekons... They don't grip, they are a little heavy for their performance and their not that fast... I find the Min SS much better for a rear, lighter, faster, grips on corners. Question, would you run this tire front and back or just back, also is the Wicked Will better? They seem like market competitors. Cheers!
Yah dude. I’m with you on the Rekon. It’s just okay. Depends on the bike. Something like a Spur I’d try it up front. But not the bike I’m on now. Will is between this and a Rekon in terms of grip
Would be nice to see an exo+ or DD but seems like the marketing for this tire is more in the light trail downcountry category. So I doubt we will see that. Aggressor DD would be my choice
Thanks for the reply. I always enjoy your content. I already use the aggressor DD and love it. It’s probably silly of me to talk about switching up. I just really think the tread on the new forekaster looks like a baby assegai
@@live4uncbball thanks dude! It really does. Well make Maxxis will get down in these comments and get put out a forekaster DD haha! They really should have named it “Forekaster II”
I’m thinking of doing forekaster on the rear but can’t decide if I should stick to my front DHR. All blue trails nothing crazy in town. Anything with better rolling speed that might recommend replace the DHR?
My personal opinion the aggressor is strictly a rear tire. I’d look into switching to the 2.4 dissector up front and 2.4 forekaster or 2.3 aggressor in the rear. I love those combos for an XC rig
Hey Dustin can you recommend a rear tire for a 30mm rim on a narrow frame? I tried 2.4wt dissector and it just barely clears on 1 side. Just mounted a 2.3 aggressor which only leaves me about 2mm clearance on one side. I may have to go slightly narrower. Thank you for all the valuable information and amazing rides.
Oooo man that’s tough! Maybe try a 2.4 Rekon slightly smaller knobs. Other then that. Not much else I can say. I don’t ride anything narrower then that. So don’t have much experience with that
Thanks for your videos. Have you tried the new specialized ground control ? I’m riding the 2.35 grid casing in T7 compound and I find it a very good alternative to the wicked will
thanks for the review . I decided I am going to move my 27.5 over to faster tires and it has Assegai and aggressor on there now . Thinking DHR and aggressor or DHR and forekaster… I also have noticed my assegai stepping out on both my 27.5 and 29 bike
@@jsinnott5952 Extremely. The Assegai is one of the heaviest bulky tires you can purchase from Maxxis. Check their data charts for all their offerings from Downhill down to Cross Country. It gives you everything you need and suggested pairings from DH to Enduro to Aggressive Trail to Trail to Downcountry to XC from top to bottom
Great Vid as always! kudos hopefully you can help, In need of new tires. definitely, as a rookie xc rider and I was thinking of getting front and rear Forecaster... Any thoughts on that combo?
Hey Dustin can you tell a noticeable difference in rolling resistaNCE when you have a Maxxgrip DHF on the front?? Really interested in the DHF/Forekaster combo for my next tires..
Ya you can definitely tell the maxxgrip just doesn’t seem to roll as fast. I think I prefer the Maxxterra for most trail riding. But when bike parking. Maxxgrip is clutch
DHR II F/B or DHR II F with ForeKaster B or ForeKaster F/B … all decent choices right? Any preference if given these three choices? Mahalo again Dustin!@@dustinbjohnson
Hey man, what do you think about aggressor 2.3 exo rear and forekaster 2.4 3c exo in front on my hardtail? I heard the forkaster's sidewalls dont handle big hits the best. So, aggressor for a sturdier rear, while keeping the weight down. I don't have any experience with either. Thanks a lot!
Yo! I tried 2.4 and 2.3s on my hardtail and hated it. It’s so harsh on any type of bumps or wash board stuff. For hardtails my favorite is a 2.5 DHF front and 2.6 Rekon rear with XC Cush core. It’s kind of a weird combo and normally don’t run wider on the rear but on a hardtail it just works. That combo is amazing
Looks like the perfect trail cross country tire. Too bad it doesn't come in a 2.6, which I prefer for the desert. Have you tried the Teravail Warwick or Cumberland?
Wish those tires had more availability in different compound/stock! Still debating what i use for next season for my RipleyAF.. since i got 2.6 that came with the bike! Wanna go 2.4 In 2-3 weeks max then biking season over😢 cold/winter coming it!! Rear : 2.4 wicked will VS forekaster? For mostly same condition as you i ride 80% of time
After a month, how’s the new forekaster? Is Wicked Will still better for rear? Also my bike as 35mm rims.. will the Wicked Will fit good? I so hate my 2.6tires being sluggish sideways! I need put more air so tire doesn’t twist on tight corners! 2.6 Nobby Nic speed rear & 2.6 Hanf Damps soft front, good grip but feels big! I’m on heavy side rider also.. love my Ripley AF but wanna go 2.4
@@j-b776 that’s a tough one. Because your rim width is more optimal for 2.6 tires. 2.4 tires might be bit too squared off. But could be okay. Personally I’d try to get some 30mm internal rims in the future if you go with 2.4 tires. Forekaster is killer. I’d probably take it over the Will. But I’m back in the 2.3 aggressor. It’s still my favorite rear tire. But forekaster and will not far behind
Hey man, great content, Saudações de Brasil! I have a 120mm mtb (top fuel) and searching for a front tire to replace my Crossking 2.3. I'm in between this Forekaster and the Nobby Nic Supeground Soft (new design). What would be your suggestion in this case, since you also use Schwalbe tire. Thanks
@@dustinbjohnson thanks for the direct answer man! Guess the Forekaster is the main options then, I do have other options in my list in case I want to go more agressive but not too heavy on the scale (SE4, Eliminator, Hellkat, Martello). I had the Dissector but i don't like the big channel un between center and lateral knobs.
I am about to replace a Dissector 2.4 rear tyre with this Forekaster 2.4. I like the Dissector for the dry rocky/loose conditions we have here on the East coast of Australia but I am having issues with the side knobs tearing. I am not hammering the thing, it just doesn't last. I am wondering if the Forekaster will do the same. apart from the filled out channel and slightly smaller side knobs, they look kinda similar. Do you have enough time on it to know about this? I am also thinking of going for the 2.6" 3C Maxxterra Forekaster on the front (130/130 trail bike). I currently run a Minion DHF 2.6, to float through some of the sand we have here. It works well for that, but it is a bit heavier and has the channels, which I don't like so much. Any thoughts?
I didn’t get a long term on the forekaster to tell how it holds up. But I will say the dissector even after a couple rides starts showing major signs of wear. And the forekaster did not. But it was also only dual compound vs the dissector was maxxterra. But have noticed the dissector wears out quicker then other maxxterra tires like the Rekon and dhr2 as a rear. As far as the front tire for you. I can’t really speak to that cause I’m really not a fan of 2.6 tires at all. Even in the sand here I. Boise. I still prefer the 2.5s
Yeah, I have experienced the same thing riding the trails mostly around Sydney (lots of sandstone rocks, loose sandy soil). My trail bike came with a 2.4 Dissector rear and I've found the centre knobs have worn down very quickly. Might look at Forekaster or Aggressor rear with a DHR2 front to replace the DHF (feel it's a bit sluggish on the mostly flatter trails I ride - not too many lengthy steep DH sections on 90% of what I ride)
What's up Dustin! Hey I chatted with you a while back about rear tires. Used to run Agressor, switched to the Dissector Exo+ and I've been loving the rolling speed and grip (Live in dessert Albuquerque NM, this time of year mostly Foothills riding with gravely/loose/hardpack/sharp rock/Cactus). Do you ever run Exo + or do you feel like Exo is just fine? I have exo plus and it's been good except I just got a gash on my sidewall from a sharp rock and running a Stan's dart i used to plug it up in it until I get a new one. Prices difference is like $20-$40 from regular exo to exo+. My style is probably a mix of TRAIL/XC/Enduro-ish. Lol. I'm open to trying other brands too. Currently happy with my Assagai up front just need to find my new Fav rear.
Hi! Please can you confirm if its true to size in 30mm rims? I will like real 2.40, and should be as maxxis says 61erto but need confirmation. For downcountry you think its better combo all in 2.4, better cornering possible with low rollong resistant Forekaster-Rekon Forekaster-forekaster Rekon-rekon race Thanks!
My buddy is running Dissector front forekaster rear on his spur and loves it! I’m not a fan of the rear and definitely would never run a Rekon race . Those tires are terrifying to me haha
@@dustinbjohnson I'm thinking of this exact combo on my Spur (albeit in Not East Scotland - loose, pine-needly, loamy soil, lots of Scots pine roots). Fingers crossed! Thanks for the ace reviews.
As a rear on my ripmo (DHF front) I have been switching between a 2.3 aggressor and 2.4 DHRII. I ordered one of these to try out. The 2.4 dissector has horrible braking in steep/loose. I feel like the 2.3 aggressor def brakes better than a 2.4 dissector. How did you like the braking on the new forekaster?
Hey man thanks for the reveiw i think you said i like it in the rear not on the rear haha aggree in dry not super loose the rock razor sg with aan insert is my favorite ON the rear whats your thought between dual comp and 3c i know and like the grip factor of the 3c but cant remember if the dc rolls faster and lastly isnt grip the same thing as traction ?😁👍
Rekon race. But keep in mind the 2.4 Rekon race blows up really big and ballony. Actually measures wider then the 2.4 forekaster. I would recommend trying the 2.35 ardent race instead. Much better tire in my opinion
I literally didn’t cop this because there was no maxx terra available anywhere. Would you pair this with a dhr maxx grip front, dhf or even a dissector?
What do you think about doing the aggressor 2.5 rear and a forecaster 2.6 3C max terra for the front. I'm riding a 130mm travel bike so want something fast. I enjoy the assegai for front but find it a bit slow rolling.
I’m not a big fan of 2.6 tires. I find the 2.5 assegai maxxterra to be much faster rolling then a 2.6 tire. For a 130 bike assegai maxxterra front 2.5 and aggressor 2.3 rear is my go-to!
@DUSTIN B. JOHNSON I was just thinking maybe the Forecaster 2.6 probably measures out the same as a 2.5 assegai since it's narrower than stated. I am more keen on the Aggressor 2.5 as the knobs are bigger and I live in BC so it's pretty loamy dirt. Will you be testing the 2.6 Forekaster??
@@Sk8ter-Dad i personally prefer the 2.4 dissector over the 2.5 aggressor I don’t like super wide rear tires on full suspension bikes. I’ve tried enough tires to know I don’t like any 2.6 tires up front. But that’s just me . 2.5 assegai is as light as most 2.6 tires and rolls faster in my perception. If I wanted faster rolling I’d go 2.4 dhr2 up front or 2.5 high roller II
Does the assegai in a max terra compound still step out on you? I felt it happen on the max grip version and thought maybe it's just the corner knobs are tall and soft. Anyways I want to try forecaster 2.4 rear and maybe go assegai max terra front. Haven't tried DHF max grip yet maybe that would be good for my PNW conditions.
Haha sober October still going strong!! I did say at the end of the vid that I was going to try the forekaster this month.. but I’ll put it back to my normal setup for the end of the month test 😜
@@dustinbjohnson cool yeah I think that center to side channel on the Dissector might help even though it looks odd. I have a Trail Boss up front currently which looks a lot like the Forekaster and has the transition knobs but it is pretty sketchy on anything loose.
@@dustinbjohnson Thanks - As someone who currently runs a 2.4 Rekon - that lacks grip on steep and technical climbs (my skill doesn’t help) Do you find the 2.6 provides more grip than the 2.4?
I hadn't even considered the Forecaster until your video because I didn't realize they updated it. My Spur just showed up 2 weeks ago. I want the most possible traction in a single year round setup... while sacrificing rolling speed as little as possible, which targets a tire between XC and Trail. Im in Atlanta GA, so the freezing temps are rare. When I got my Spur I immediately put Cushcore XC in the rear for stability...and it is more predictable, but still less than desirable traction, while being heavier. Surprisingly, I actually really like the Dissector in the front. I think I will put the new forecaster in the rear and see how I like that. I'm guessing that Forecaster might not need the Cuschore XC though, which might bring down the overall rear tire weight. I'm really curious how a matched front and rear set of Forecasters will compare to Wicked Wills. Which setup will be faster rolling, will the Wicked Wills be that much lighter? which will climb better or push harder in the turns? Which tire will be most capable of handling the descents in rocky rooty terrains that the Spur is capable of without puncturing? I'm in constant contemplation just like all you guys reading the comment sections.I have the Reynolds 309/289 rims with Berd spokes (30id front and 28id rear) so I'm capable of wide tires, but don't want bouncy balloons. I also wonder about the Dissector front and rear? Thanks for the Video and notifying me of the update!
Hey Jamie so here’s my take. For the spur the dissector front is money! Rear tire I’d probably go 2.3 aggressor. Especially since you have the slightly narrower rim in the back. You could do forekaster rear. But I think the aggressor is a touch lighter and faster imo. If you want more rolling speed will in the back or Rekon. If my trails were more flat I’d do Rekon. If they are more aggressive trails I’d go aggressor.
@@dustinbjohnson So the new Forecaster just showed up in the mail an hour ago. Stripped of the packaging it weighs 967grams, and is a 60tpi tire (The maxxis website lists it as 945grams). Removing my factory white label Rekon from the bike it weighs 860 grams. The 2022 Spur came with the Rekon on it and this Rekon isn't listed the Maxxis website...it is a 120tpi 3CT 2.4WT. I removed the Cushcore XC that I had installed in the rear tire only. I added more sealant because 2oz just didn't seem like enough.. Forecaster Installed back on the bike to within .06grams (cushcore XC removed). Tire feels more damped for sure as it should. Excited to see how this translates on the trail. I'll update again when thoroughly tested.
So after the first ride at Chicopee Woods here in GA 11/26/22... the Forecaster in the rear is confidence inspiring descending and climbing well. Chicopee is mostly aggressive / punchy XC trails that are rocky and rooty and you are always either climbing, or descending and nothing is extensively long. Thanksgiving time of year the trails are either Pine straw or recently fallen leaves and can be a bit nerve racking. The Dissector and Forecaster are great together. Both roll well and inspire more confidence than the Rekon 2.4 120tpi 3CT rear. I think this is a winning combo for a year round "trai"l focused setup on the spur. I'm OK with the few extra grams in the rear because it rolls so well and that weight is strategically placed in the right spots for climbing and dampening. The Forecaster didn't slide or give out anywhere today. Impressive traction and I didn't notice it rolling much slower than the Rekon. I've been similarly addicted to finding the right combo and have an attic full of tires. For me this is it...Dissector front and Forecaster rear. It will be a great year round setup. For a more XCish focused setup I really like the Vittoria Barzo front and Mezcal rear. Today my fitness was the limitation not the tires. At 200 lbs I'm running 21psi front and 24 rear and i felt well supported. Might still play with psi a bit.
@@dustinbjohnson what are your thoughts on the rear tyre width for heavier riders than yourself? I'm up around the 225lb mark so not sure about using a 2.3 rear for my all mountain 27.5 bike (currently a 2.4 Dissector)
@@aussiebg2628 it’s such a personal preference, and something I can only speak on my preferences. I would say try and find a cheap used tire from a buddy or off pinkbike and experiment with one. I can some tires cheap tires I’m selling. If you are USA hit me up on IG @dustinbjohnson 🤘🍻
@@dustinbjohnson Unfortunately I'm in Sydney, Australia so can't take up that offer! My 27.5 trail bike is 150F/140R like yours. The stock tyres are DHF 2.5 3C EXO Maxxterra Front/Dissector 2.4 WT EXO Dual Compound on the rear. Rims are 27.5mm internal width. In Sydney and surrounds on the trails it's all about sandstone - either as small rocks or huge slabs, or worn down into loose sandy tracks, sand over rock base etc. After watching your videos and others I've realised the DHF is probably too slow for the type of trails I mostly ride on this bike. The Dissector has worn out quite quickly on the centre knobs(surprise, surprise!) so I am ready to make a change, especially for something a little faster rolling. I was thinking DHR2 2.4 or 2.5 3C Maxxterra Front/2.3 Agressor exo or 2.4 Forekaster 2 Rear. Your thoughts on this? The DHF hasn't worn out so I would save that if I get to go to a bike park at any stage for the front and maybe switch the DHR2 to the rear for that trip. I tend to avoid riding after rain as the sand turns into a liquid sandpaper that chews up drivetrains, so I don't need muddy conditions to be taken into account.
I am obsessed with this channel. So much useful information. Thank you!
Love hearing that!!! Thank you!! 🍻🍻 I’m glad people appreciate my craziness 😂
Interesting that you feel the Forekaster is slower than the Aggressor. According to the Maxxis website, the Forekaster has better rolling speed 🤷♂️
Great vid comparison. Thanks for sharing!
After watching this video I put Forekaster's on my wife's bike.
She's descending with so much more confidence and speed.
Thanks for the review
Love to hear it!! 🍻
I run a 2.35 Forecaster on front and a 2.3 Purgatory in rear for general trail riding in all seasons but winter. Works well dry and wet. I love it on front. Rolls well and still hooks up good.
Definitely check out the new forecaster. It’s a killer tire
Finally got 2.4 3c! They are awesome for around my parts, so quick and roll like a dream. I might go 2.6 up front for the chunky rock/roots we have. Really happy with them.
Heck yah!! That’s great feedback. Good to hear! 🍻
I think this is right on.
I replaced a Max terra Dissector with the new Forkaster on the rear and have been pretty happy. Similar rolling resistance and cornering grip. The Dissector has a bit more braking grip but the Forkaster had more climbing grip. Overall I'd give the edge to the Forkaster as an all around trail tire. Running a max grip DHF up front. Conditions are mostly loose over hard.
I'm going to try out a Magic Mary front / Nobby Nick rear over the winter to see if they do a little better at punching through the leaves and pine needles which can be a bit slippery.
Let me know what you think of the Mary / Nic combo.
@@dustinbjohnson I had the same experience with the Assegai too. It would just randomly slide out a couple of inches, it's unnerving. The DHF is locked in on the same trails.
@@BryanHoefer dude right! I have had couple buddies say the same thing. So far the magic Mary hasn’t done that either.
Thanks for this, it's the 1st YT video I've seen on it. I'm a Ground Control GRID guy front and back myself, but this would be my 2nd choice if I couldn't find one. The FK1 was nice and lite, but the open tread pattern design just wouldn't live very long for me in my desert riding.
I haven’t tried the GC but I do like specialized tires! The FK2 is money! 💰
So it's been decided - just chose Forecaster II over the Recon :)
Hell yeah! I prefer that too
I picked one up for my XC/ trail hardtail. I have a few rides with it on the front with Rekon 2.4 rear. I like it okay but a little drifty for me as a front tire. Like you say, it seems better as a rear tire. I think I'm going to swap for a Dissector 2.4 up front instead.
Mine also pumped up a little narrow:
56 mm knob to knob vs 58 mm knob to knob on the Rekon. Both WT 2.4 on a 30i rim
I was thinking of this combo, what has been your experience on it so far?
Currently rocking Dissector F / Rekon R on my XC sprinty hard tail and DHR2 F/ Forekaster R on my 120/130 trail bike. I'm liking both setups. I wouldn't hesitate at all to run Dissector / Forekaster on an XC/trail bike. Forekaster rolls super fast and Dissector front kinda gives me a DHF feel similar to what Dustin says
@@certainperfectratio Thanks for the tip. I'm currently running Dissector F/Rekon R, on my Orbea Rise. The rear is worn out so I'm looking for a replacement, and like your idea of matching the Forekaster (max terra if possible) with my Dissector up front, but when that one goes I'll probably replace the front with a DHR II, max grip.
Great observations Dustin and I really like the way this tire came out. I currently switched to WTB for this season and run WTB Vigilante front and Trail boss rear. Right when you said it, I was like this reminds me of the Trail boss. I like this direction and I'm gonna have to give this one a go.
Vigilante / trail boss combo is killer too!
I was a fan of the OG Forekaster for a couple reasons. I liked it because of the weight and also the squared knobs were good for hooking up in the climbs.
The new one looks like a winner, seems to have a more aggressive tread pattern than the Aggressor would you say?
Yah man the new forekaster is so good! I would say it’s ever so slightly more aggressive then the aggressor 2.3… but the aggressor 2.5 is more aggressive then the forekaster I would say
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That’s another unkown detail about maxxis tires. The fact that the knobs get bigger and bigger as the tire volume increases.
How's the tread life on the Forekaster? Dissectors are of course known for their short tread life. I happen to love the Dissector out back with an Assegai up front, but that's on a 151/160 travel bike. The Forekaster does look like it would be a good fast rolling rear for an AM or enduro setup, but only comes in EXO, which is going to die rapidly doing endurobro things. The light weight and Assegai like tread makes it look like it would be a good front tire for a downcountry or grippy XC setup, with an Ardent race or Rekon race out back.
Tread life is very good on the dual compound version! My buddy rides hard and it’s held up extremely well. I agree dissector for what ever reason with maxxterra wears super fast
good for you man not weighing your tires anymore!! this must be the new tire from maxxis!!
I hear maxxis has another enduro tire coming out soon as well 🤩
@@dustinbjohnson oh really? I am more excited about that!!
@@dustinbjohnson just picked up a maxxterra rekon today!! not sure about the forekaster? might try it? for me rekon is been the most XCish I will go.
Always love your videos. I’m currently on a 2.6 Rekon on the rear and just waiting for a wicked will to arrive. But loved the Rekon. For me its super fast and incredible grip especially in the slop of the UK. Just back from riding in the French Alps and the tyre was amazing there too so I’ve loved it. But very interesting to here what you said about it. No looking forward to my Wicked Will to see how that performs 👍
Wicked will blows the Rekon out of the water 👌🫡
@@dustinbjohnson so glad to hear and excited for its arrival 👍👍👍👍
for real my man.. you need to try the new Continental Xynotal Soft. that tire is a killer!
Definitely going to try it in not this year. Next spring for sure!
Great video. Nice to see some honesty on RUclips. Do you regularly mix brands of tyres front to back? And can you recommend a combination for me please? Currently riding a whyte e160 with assegai and minion combo, I'm looking for something faster rolling but still decent and decending and cornering. Just so hard to ride the ebike once you hit the limiter.
The new contientals!! I’m hooked on them. Excellent bite and roll so much better than maxxis ! My new go to setup is the kyrptotal fr soft , and xynotal re endurance. They are insane
it looks like a Kenda Hellkat, which works great, so not surprised it would also work great. 😃 probably more casing / compound combo options on the Maxxis though.
Totally! Good call. The hellkat actually looks like the better tire. But I agree I think maxxis rubber compound is superior to kenda
HI bro the question that I will ask may seem a bit silly but I need guidance.
I just bought a very cheap high roller 2 dual compound 2.30 and I'm thinking of buying this forekaster 3c 2.40 since it convinced me more than other tires and I would like to know if I should use the forekaster/high roller 2 combo or better I do another combo.🤔🤔
No such thing as silly question! I think that combo would be worth a try! I think it could work especially if you already have the HR2 for the back. If it were me I’d probably go forekaster front at rear. With 3c up front and DC in the rear or maybe a Rekon out back for more speed 🤘
@@dustinbjohnson thanks bro🫶
I had magic marrys fr & rr back in the day, grip for days, not the best rear tire though. my buddy runs the MM & NN combo fr/rr and I can tell that's a game changer even over hardpack
My buddy out in socal is running purple Mary front and orange Mary rear and he is diggin it! But ya too much for me out back. I have a nic laying around. Maybe I’ll try the MM/NN combo
@@dustinbjohnson cool, probably worth a try even though you're diggin that new forekaster out back
Dude, I can't believe you're sipping on that ag1 garbage... I've been downing a green drink every day for a little over a year now... still have to plug my nose every time. I drink it like a shot as fast as I can. Excited to try the new forkaster... little heavy tho.
Haha! Yah dude it’s no Coco Joy by any means…. 😂 But I like the way I feel after drinking it for a few months now. Forekaster is dope. But would definitely like to see it closer to 900 grams. Im really curious your thoughts on that tire
Forekaster 2,35 front and recon race 2,35 rear (27, 5) on my light dawn country hardtail (120mm) are good , fast and more better in corner than ikon.
Nice! 🍻
Do you think assegai front, forekaster rear would be a good setup for a trail hardtail? Good for uphill and downhill? Currently have assegai front and rear
I wonder why Maxxis didn’t name this one the Forekaster II?
Dude I didn’t when think about that. Forekaster II would have been a killer name!
Would like to see you test the 2.4 Forekaster front and 2.4 Rekon rear as a Downcountry combo? I've tried 2.4 Dissector front and 2.4 Rekon rear which I hated because the Dissector just won't hold a line---just like you mentioned. My current favorite Downcountry combo is the 2.6 Rekon front and 2.4 Rekon rear.
I’d probably run the forekaster front and rear. Probably opt for the maxxterra front and dual compound rear. Or maybe dhr2 front and forekaster rear. I just really don’t care for the Rekon
I've recently tried out Schwalbe Magic Mary 2.35 addix soft, with Nobby Nic 2.35 addix speedgrip, maybe you want to try it out, if you're not averse to Schwalbe. Feels great on an angleset modified RM Element 100/120 bike. But here is more like a loamy muddy terrain. In the summer months, I've been on both front and rear Nobby Nics 2.35 speedgrip. I think the Wicked Will + Nobby Nic would be awesome for a Downcountry bike.
I'm on a 2022 Rocky Mountain Element 50 running the combo mentioned (2.4" Rekon - R & 2.4" Dissector - F). I really appreciate this pair's efficiency with just enough traction to ride hard, but don't enjoy the Dissector's small drift zone. It's not as pronounced as the DHF, but still there. Really interested in trying the new 2.4" 3C Forekaster as a front. Anticipating it may roll a tiny bit faster and provide more predictable grip with a slight loss in all out cornering traction.
@@jasonsheridan6222 I absolutely hated the 2.4 Dissector front. I was always washing out on corners or blowing out wide on corners. Riding the Dissector was like being a drunken sailor. That tire just won't hold a line. After using the Dissector for a couple of months, I just got sick of it, yanked it off, and put on an old worn-out 2.6 Rekon. It was like breath of fresh air. Instantly, I was railing corners with confidence even though the Rekon was ready for the trash can.
@@marksandoval5361 I'm really looking forward to trying out the Forekaster on the front. The riding season is wrapping up here in Canada over the next few weeks so I hope to be able to track down a 3C Forekaster by spring. I certainly like the Dissector up front more than you do but it does sometimes slip over off camber roots or when not leaning the bike in a flat corner. I've tried both the dual compound and 3C Maxx Terra Dissector and the 3C was far less prone to the issues you're describing.
I don't get the rekons... They don't grip, they are a little heavy for their performance and their not that fast... I find the Min SS much better for a rear, lighter, faster, grips on corners. Question, would you run this tire front and back or just back, also is the Wicked Will better? They seem like market competitors. Cheers!
Yah dude. I’m with you on the Rekon. It’s just okay.
Depends on the bike. Something like a Spur I’d try it up front. But not the bike I’m on now. Will is between this and a Rekon in terms of grip
Yeah... Even on the Spur, I would rather pop a dissector up front and a semi slick on the back than a reckon on front or back.
It looks like it would pair well with the assegai. I hope they offer it with beefier side walls, I’d love to try it out in a DD
Would be nice to see an exo+ or DD but seems like the marketing for this tire is more in the light trail downcountry category. So I doubt we will see that. Aggressor DD would be my choice
Thanks for the reply. I always enjoy your content. I already use the aggressor DD and love it. It’s probably silly of me to talk about switching up. I just really think the tread on the new forekaster looks like a baby assegai
@@live4uncbball thanks dude! It really does. Well make Maxxis will get down in these comments and get put out a forekaster DD haha! They really should have named it “Forekaster II”
I’m thinking of doing forekaster on the rear but can’t decide if I should stick to my front DHR. All blue trails nothing crazy in town. Anything with better rolling speed that might recommend replace the DHR?
My buddy runs 2.4 dhr2 front and 2.4 forekaster rear on his spur and he loves it
Interesting video, looking at these for my 130mm travel hardtail as minions are rather overkill for my riding here in the uk at the moment.
These would be perfect 👍
I do mostly xc so can I use the aggressor 29x 2.5 on the front and forekaster 29x2.4 in the back? what do you thin?
My personal opinion the aggressor is strictly a rear tire. I’d look into switching to the 2.4 dissector up front and 2.4 forekaster or 2.3 aggressor in the rear. I love those combos for an XC rig
Hey Dustin can you recommend a rear tire for a 30mm rim on a narrow frame? I tried 2.4wt dissector and it just barely clears on 1 side. Just mounted a 2.3 aggressor which only leaves me about 2mm clearance on one side. I may have to go slightly narrower. Thank you for all the valuable information and amazing rides.
Oooo man that’s tough! Maybe try a 2.4 Rekon slightly smaller knobs. Other then that. Not much else I can say. I don’t ride anything narrower then that. So don’t have much experience with that
@@dustinbjohnson thank you! I will try it
@@tomacheteful maybe look into a narrower rim for the rear. You go below a 2.4 or 2.3 the tire starts becoming too square
@@dustinbjohnson i will look into that
Maxxis says 2023 for the 3c. Can't wait to try it.
It’s killer!
Thanks for your videos. Have you tried the new specialized ground control ? I’m riding the 2.35 grid casing in T7 compound and I find it a very good alternative to the wicked will
thanks for the review . I decided I am going to move my 27.5 over to faster tires and it has Assegai and aggressor on there now . Thinking DHR and aggressor or DHR and forekaster… I also have noticed my assegai stepping out on both my 27.5 and 29 bike
I think dhr2/Forekaster would be a badass combo!
@@dustinbjohnson cheers. I will give it a shot. do you think this combo would be faster rolling assegai / aggressor ?
@@jsinnott5952 Extremely. The Assegai is one of the heaviest bulky tires you can purchase from Maxxis. Check their data charts for all their offerings from Downhill down to Cross Country. It gives you everything you need and suggested pairings from DH to Enduro to Aggressive Trail to Trail to Downcountry to XC from top to bottom
I run an aggressor 2.3 and so this is a good the vlog for me Thanks
Aggressor is still my pick but forekaster is badass
Great Vid as always! kudos hopefully you can help, In need of new tires. definitely, as a rookie xc rider and I was thinking of getting front and rear Forecaster... Any thoughts on that combo?
Honestly I think that would be a dialed setup! If you want a touch more traction up front go dissector. But either way I like it!
@@dustinbjohnson Awesome thank you!!! Going to order them now... I will keep you posted :) keep up the amazing work!! Much Love from NJ!
@@bqnall_star3181 i appreciate it !!! Cheers my friend 🍻
Hey Dustin, Thanks for the video. When you compare the Dissector. Is the Dissector also Dual Compound like the Aggressor and Forekaster or MaxxTerra?
Good catch! I’ve never ran the DC dissector. Only maxxterra. I try to go maxxterra when it’s available over DC
vittoria syerra rear and forekaster 2 maxxterra front, replace Butcher 2.3 T7 ( on stumpjumper ) rolls fast? recommended? thanks
I’ve never road the syerra but personally I don’t like mixing brands. I think forekaster 3C front / Rekon rear DC would be a better setup
yes! I've been waiting for this!! How do you think it would be for a front tire on a trail bike?
I think in the 3C compound would be awesome on the front of a bike like the tallboy or ibis Ripley. Something like that!
Good video man Trying to decide between forecaster or recon ?? for a rear to pair with A dhr for front it’s doing my head in
Haha! Rekon for speed! Forekaster for bit more grip but slower
Hey Dustin can you tell a noticeable difference in rolling resistaNCE when you have a Maxxgrip DHF on the front?? Really interested in the DHF/Forekaster combo for my next tires..
Ya you can definitely tell the maxxgrip just doesn’t seem to roll as fast. I think I prefer the Maxxterra for most trail riding. But when bike parking. Maxxgrip is clutch
Thankyou!
Still rising on the Forekaster? Thanks for the awesome video, dude 🤙🏼
Thanks man. It’s a killer tire! I got to try a maxxterra on the front and it performs amazing. 120mm travel and under I think it’s money
DHR II F/B or DHR II F with ForeKaster B or ForeKaster F/B … all decent choices right? Any preference if given these three choices? Mahalo again Dustin!@@dustinbjohnson
Hey man, what do you think about aggressor 2.3 exo rear and forekaster 2.4 3c exo in front on my hardtail? I heard the forkaster's sidewalls dont handle big hits the best. So, aggressor for a sturdier rear, while keeping the weight down. I don't have any experience with either. Thanks a lot!
Yo! I tried 2.4 and 2.3s on my hardtail and hated it. It’s so harsh on any type of bumps or wash board stuff. For hardtails my favorite is a 2.5 DHF front and 2.6 Rekon rear with XC Cush core. It’s kind of a weird combo and normally don’t run wider on the rear but on a hardtail it just works. That combo is amazing
So strange Forekaster leap frogged over Ardent and Rekon. Different use now
Totally. The old one was terrible haha
So is Forekaster staying on your bike or not quite good enough? Sounds like the aggressor is still better?
Definitely good enough. Time will tell..
Looks like the perfect trail cross country tire. Too bad it doesn't come in a 2.6, which I prefer for the desert. Have you tried the Teravail Warwick or Cumberland?
I got it in a 2.6
Wish those tires had more availability in different compound/stock! Still debating what i use for next season for my RipleyAF.. since i got 2.6 that came with the bike! Wanna go 2.4
In 2-3 weeks max then biking season over😢 cold/winter coming it!!
Rear : 2.4 wicked will VS forekaster? For mostly same condition as you i ride 80% of time
Tough call… I lean wicked will as a rear tire! That thing is really good
After a month, how’s the new forekaster? Is Wicked Will still better for rear? Also my bike as 35mm rims.. will the Wicked Will fit good? I so hate my 2.6tires being sluggish sideways! I need put more air so tire doesn’t twist on tight corners! 2.6 Nobby Nic speed rear & 2.6 Hanf Damps soft front, good grip but feels big! I’m on heavy side rider also.. love my Ripley AF but wanna go 2.4
@@j-b776 that’s a tough one. Because your rim width is more optimal for 2.6 tires. 2.4 tires might be bit too squared off. But could be okay. Personally I’d try to get some 30mm internal rims in the future if you go with 2.4 tires.
Forekaster is killer. I’d probably take it over the Will. But I’m back in the 2.3 aggressor. It’s still my favorite rear tire. But forekaster and will not far behind
Hey man, great content, Saudações de Brasil! I have a 120mm mtb (top fuel) and searching for a front tire to replace my Crossking 2.3. I'm in between this Forekaster and the Nobby Nic Supeground Soft (new design). What would be your suggestion in this case, since you also use Schwalbe tire. Thanks
Forekaster all the way!! The nobby nic is awful. Haha I’ve tried to like that tire but I just don’t trust it.
@@dustinbjohnson thanks for the direct answer man! Guess the Forekaster is the main options then, I do have other options in my list in case I want to go more agressive but not too heavy on the scale (SE4, Eliminator, Hellkat, Martello). I had the Dissector but i don't like the big channel un between center and lateral knobs.
I am about to replace a Dissector 2.4 rear tyre with this Forekaster 2.4. I like the Dissector for the dry rocky/loose conditions we have here on the East coast of Australia but I am having issues with the side knobs tearing. I am not hammering the thing, it just doesn't last. I am wondering if the Forekaster will do the same. apart from the filled out channel and slightly smaller side knobs, they look kinda similar. Do you have enough time on it to know about this?
I am also thinking of going for the 2.6" 3C Maxxterra Forekaster on the front (130/130 trail bike). I currently run a Minion DHF 2.6, to float through some of the sand we have here. It works well for that, but it is a bit heavier and has the channels, which I don't like so much. Any thoughts?
I didn’t get a long term on the forekaster to tell how it holds up. But I will say the dissector even after a couple rides starts showing major signs of wear. And the forekaster did not. But it was also only dual compound vs the dissector was maxxterra. But have noticed the dissector wears out quicker then other maxxterra tires like the Rekon and dhr2 as a rear. As far as the front tire for you. I can’t really speak to that cause I’m really not a fan of 2.6 tires at all. Even in the sand here I. Boise. I still prefer the 2.5s
Yeah, I have experienced the same thing riding the trails mostly around Sydney (lots of sandstone rocks, loose sandy soil). My trail bike came with a 2.4 Dissector rear and I've found the centre knobs have worn down very quickly. Might look at Forekaster or Aggressor rear with a DHR2 front to replace the DHF (feel it's a bit sluggish on the mostly flatter trails I ride - not too many lengthy steep DH sections on 90% of what I ride)
What's up Dustin! Hey I chatted with you a while back about rear tires. Used to run Agressor, switched to the Dissector Exo+ and I've been loving the rolling speed and grip (Live in dessert Albuquerque NM, this time of year mostly Foothills riding with gravely/loose/hardpack/sharp rock/Cactus). Do you ever run Exo + or do you feel like Exo is just fine? I have exo plus and it's been good except I just got a gash on my sidewall from a sharp rock and running a Stan's dart i used to plug it up in it until I get a new one. Prices difference is like $20-$40 from regular exo to exo+. My style is probably a mix of TRAIL/XC/Enduro-ish. Lol. I'm open to trying other brands too. Currently happy with my Assagai up front just need to find my new Fav rear.
Hi! Please can you confirm if its true to size in 30mm rims? I will like real 2.40, and should be as maxxis says 61erto but need confirmation.
For downcountry you think its better combo all in 2.4, better cornering possible with low rollong resistant
Forekaster-Rekon
Forekaster-forekaster
Rekon-rekon race
Thanks!
Touch narrower then 2.4
My buddy is running Dissector front forekaster rear on his spur and loves it! I’m not a fan of the rear and definitely would never run a Rekon race . Those tires are terrifying to me haha
@@dustinbjohnson I'm thinking of this exact combo on my Spur (albeit in Not East Scotland - loose, pine-needly, loamy soil, lots of Scots pine roots). Fingers crossed! Thanks for the ace reviews.
Still liking this tire? Thinking about switching my dissector
Haven’t tried it out front yet. But as a rear I like it more then dissector. But not sure I like it more then aggressor
@@dustinbjohnson you’re married to that aggressor quit searching 😂. I’ll buy one and throw it on the back. Worst case I have an emergency spare lol.
As a rear on my ripmo (DHF front) I have been switching between a 2.3 aggressor and 2.4 DHRII. I ordered one of these to try out. The 2.4 dissector has horrible braking in steep/loose. I feel like the 2.3 aggressor def brakes better than a 2.4 dissector. How did you like the braking on the new forekaster?
Hey man thanks for the reveiw i think you said i like it in the rear not on the rear haha aggree in dry not super loose the rock razor sg with aan insert is my favorite ON the rear whats your thought between dual comp and 3c i know and like the grip factor of the 3c but cant remember if the dc rolls faster and lastly isnt grip the same thing as traction ?😁👍
Is Aspen or Rekon Race more grippy? to put on the rear wheel paired with Forekaster V2.
Rekon race. But keep in mind the 2.4 Rekon race blows up really big and ballony. Actually measures wider then the 2.4 forekaster. I would recommend trying the 2.35 ardent race instead. Much better tire in my opinion
I literally didn’t cop this because there was no maxx terra available anywhere. Would you pair this with a dhr maxx grip front, dhf or even a dissector?
Yah man either of those 2. I would prefer dhf or dhr2 maxxgrip and the dual compound forekaster rear is good to increase rolling speed
Do you guys think this tyre in a 2.4WT is faster rolling then a aggressor 2.5WT ??
I would think so
Damm it, you made buy more tires lol
I get mad at myself all the time for that .. 🤣
What do you think about doing the aggressor 2.5 rear and a forecaster 2.6 3C max terra for the front. I'm riding a 130mm travel bike so want something fast. I enjoy the assegai for front but find it a bit slow rolling.
I’m not a big fan of 2.6 tires. I find the 2.5 assegai maxxterra to be much faster rolling then a 2.6 tire. For a 130 bike assegai maxxterra front 2.5 and aggressor 2.3 rear is my go-to!
@DUSTIN B. JOHNSON I was just thinking maybe the Forecaster 2.6 probably measures out the same as a 2.5 assegai since it's narrower than stated. I am more keen on the Aggressor 2.5 as the knobs are bigger and I live in BC so it's pretty loamy dirt. Will you be testing the 2.6 Forekaster??
@@Sk8ter-Dad i personally prefer the 2.4 dissector over the 2.5 aggressor I don’t like super wide rear tires on full suspension bikes. I’ve tried enough tires to know I don’t like any 2.6 tires up front. But that’s just me . 2.5 assegai is as light as most 2.6 tires and rolls faster in my perception. If I wanted faster rolling I’d go 2.4 dhr2 up front or 2.5 high roller II
Does the assegai in a max terra compound still step out on you? I felt it happen on the max grip version and thought maybe it's just the corner knobs are tall and soft. Anyways I want to try forecaster 2.4 rear and maybe go assegai max terra front. Haven't tried DHF max grip yet maybe that would be good for my PNW conditions.
Curious if the froekaster or high roller ll is better for the rear
Forekaster for more XC and high roller for for trail enduro
What happened to "Sober October" and no changing parts mister :P
Haha sober October still going strong!! I did say at the end of the vid that I was going to try the forekaster this month.. but I’ll put it back to my normal setup for the end of the month test 😜
Thanks for posting this video. If you had to put either this tire or a Dissector on the front, which would you choose? Both 3c max Terra.
That’s tough. I’d really have to try the forekaster 3c . But without riding it.. I’d lean dissector front
@@dustinbjohnson cool yeah I think that center to side channel on the Dissector might help even though it looks odd. I have a Trail Boss up front currently which looks a lot like the Forekaster and has the transition knobs but it is pretty sketchy on anything loose.
So 5 months later what's on your rear? Aggressor v Forekaster?
Well now that I have 2 bikes. My arc has a 2.6 Rekon and my big bike has a 2.4 dissector. But if I still only had one bike. 2.3 aggressor for the win!
@@dustinbjohnson Thanks - As someone who currently runs a 2.4 Rekon - that lacks grip on steep and technical climbs (my skill doesn’t help) Do you find the 2.6 provides more grip than the 2.4?
I guess a DD casing would defeat the purpose? I'm sick of flats...especially on E-bikes.
Yah I think it would. Not an enduro tire. It’s more XC/trail. Lightweight and fast with some traction
You could try it with an insert
@@dustinbjohnson yeah, I'm probably stuck with Aggressors or Dissectors.
What travel is your fork?
150front 140rear
Excellent
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u think its fine to put WT tire on 25mm rim ?
2.4 should be fine. I wouldn’t go any bigger
@@dustinbjohnson ok ty
I hadn't even considered the Forecaster until your video because I didn't realize they updated it. My Spur just showed up 2 weeks ago. I want the most possible traction in a single year round setup... while sacrificing rolling speed as little as possible, which targets a tire between XC and Trail. Im in Atlanta GA, so the freezing temps are rare. When I got my Spur I immediately put Cushcore XC in the rear for stability...and it is more predictable, but still less than desirable traction, while being heavier. Surprisingly, I actually really like the Dissector in the front. I think I will put the new forecaster in the rear and see how I like that. I'm guessing that Forecaster might not need the Cuschore XC though, which might bring down the overall rear tire weight. I'm really curious how a matched front and rear set of Forecasters will compare to Wicked Wills. Which setup will be faster rolling, will the Wicked Wills be that much lighter? which will climb better or push harder in the turns? Which tire will be most capable of handling the descents in rocky rooty terrains that the Spur is capable of without puncturing? I'm in constant contemplation just like all you guys reading the comment sections.I have the Reynolds 309/289 rims with Berd spokes (30id front and 28id rear) so I'm capable of wide tires, but don't want bouncy balloons. I also wonder about the Dissector front and rear? Thanks for the Video and notifying me of the update!
Hey Jamie so here’s my take. For the spur the dissector front is money! Rear tire I’d probably go 2.3 aggressor. Especially since you have the slightly narrower rim in the back. You could do forekaster rear. But I think the aggressor is a touch lighter and faster imo. If you want more rolling speed will in the back or Rekon. If my trails were more flat I’d do Rekon. If they are more aggressive trails I’d go aggressor.
@@dustinbjohnson So the new Forecaster just showed up in the mail an hour ago. Stripped of the packaging it weighs 967grams, and is a 60tpi tire (The maxxis website lists it as 945grams). Removing my factory white label Rekon from the bike it weighs 860 grams. The 2022 Spur came with the Rekon on it and this Rekon isn't listed the Maxxis website...it is a 120tpi 3CT 2.4WT. I removed the Cushcore XC that I had installed in the rear tire only. I added more sealant because 2oz just didn't seem like enough.. Forecaster Installed back on the bike to within .06grams (cushcore XC removed). Tire feels more damped for sure as it should. Excited to see how this translates on the trail. I'll update again when thoroughly tested.
So after the first ride at Chicopee Woods here in GA 11/26/22... the Forecaster in the rear is confidence inspiring descending and climbing well. Chicopee is mostly aggressive / punchy XC trails that are rocky and rooty and you are always either climbing, or descending and nothing is extensively long. Thanksgiving time of year the trails are either Pine straw or recently fallen leaves and can be a bit nerve racking. The Dissector and Forecaster are great together. Both roll well and inspire more confidence than the Rekon 2.4 120tpi 3CT rear. I think this is a winning combo for a year round "trai"l focused setup on the spur. I'm OK with the few extra grams in the rear because it rolls so well and that weight is strategically placed in the right spots for climbing and dampening. The Forecaster didn't slide or give out anywhere today. Impressive traction and I didn't notice it rolling much slower than the Rekon. I've been similarly addicted to finding the right combo and have an attic full of tires. For me this is it...Dissector front and Forecaster rear. It will be a great year round setup. For a more XCish focused setup I really like the Vittoria Barzo front and Mezcal rear. Today my fitness was the limitation not the tires. At 200 lbs I'm running 21psi front and 24 rear and i felt well supported. Might still play with psi a bit.
I have a agreesor 29x2.5 they come stock whit my bike i dont feel is a fast tire at all and is heavy
I’ve never ran the 2.5. I mostly run the 2.3. It’s a much slimmer and faster looking tire. The 2.3 is crazy fast 💨
@@dustinbjohnson what are your thoughts on the rear tyre width for heavier riders than yourself? I'm up around the 225lb mark so not sure about using a 2.3 rear for my all mountain 27.5 bike (currently a 2.4 Dissector)
@@aussiebg2628 it’s such a personal preference, and something I can only speak on my preferences. I would say try and find a cheap used tire from a buddy or off pinkbike and experiment with one. I can some tires cheap tires I’m selling. If you are USA hit me up on IG @dustinbjohnson 🤘🍻
@@dustinbjohnson Unfortunately I'm in Sydney, Australia so can't take up that offer! My 27.5 trail bike is 150F/140R like yours. The stock tyres are DHF 2.5 3C EXO Maxxterra Front/Dissector 2.4 WT EXO Dual Compound on the rear.
Rims are 27.5mm internal width.
In Sydney and surrounds on the trails it's all about sandstone - either as small rocks or huge slabs, or worn down into loose sandy tracks, sand over rock base etc.
After watching your videos and others I've realised the DHF is probably too slow for the type of trails I mostly ride on this bike. The Dissector has worn out quite quickly on the centre knobs(surprise, surprise!) so I am ready to make a change, especially for something a little faster rolling.
I was thinking DHR2 2.4 or 2.5 3C Maxxterra Front/2.3 Agressor exo or 2.4 Forekaster 2 Rear. Your thoughts on this? The DHF hasn't worn out so I would save that if I get to go to a bike park at any stage for the front and maybe switch the DHR2 to the rear for that trip. I tend to avoid riding after rain as the sand turns into a liquid sandpaper that chews up drivetrains, so I don't need muddy conditions to be taken into account.