MTB Tire Comparison:
Continental Cross King Protection 29x2.3 2021 vs
Maxxis Rekon Race EXO TR 2019
Contents and Test Summary
- Manufacturer Specifications
- Size and Weight Measurements
- Rolling Resistance Test Results
- Puncture Resistance Test Results
- Static Grip Test Results
- Conclusion
- Continental Cross King Protection 29x2.3
- Maxxis Rekon Race EXO TR
Manufacturer Specifications
Manufacturer Specifications | ||
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Brand | Continental | Maxxis |
Model | Cross King Protection 29x2.3 | Rekon Race EXO TR |
Year | 2021 | 2019 |
Supplied By | Bought in store | Bought in store |
Full Review | Full Review | Full Review |
New or Used | New | New |
Mileage | 0 km | 0 km |
Price Range | High | High |
Buy At | Ad Amazon.com | Ad Amazon.com |
Manufacturer Part Number | 0101475 | ETB00046300 |
EAN | 4019238798418 | 4717784033389 |
TPI | 3/180 | 120 |
Compound | Black Chili | Dual Compound |
Bead | Folding | Folding |
ETRTO | 58-622 | 57-622 |
Size Inch | 29" | 28" |
Width Inch | 2.30 | 2.25 |
Specified Weight | 755 grams | 670 grams |
Min Air Pressure | psi | psi |
Max Air Pressure | 54 psi | 60 psi |
Made In | Members Only | Members Only |
Available Sizes | 26x2.20 26x2.30 27.5x2.20 27.5x2.30 27.5x2.60 27.5x2.80 29x2.20 29x2.30 | 29x2.25 |
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Size and Weight Measurements
Size and Weight Measurements | ||
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Model | Cross King Protection 29x2.3 | Rekon Race EXO TR |
Specified Weight | 755 grams | 670 grams |
Measured Weight | 745 grams | 680 grams |
Measured Width Carcass | 55 mm (un-round) | 55 mm (un-round) |
Measured Width Tread | 58 mm | 56 mm |
Measured Height | 55 mm (un-round) | 54 mm (un-round) |
Measured Knob Height Center | 3.2 mm | 1.9 mm |
Measured Knob Height Edge | 5.1 mm | 3.5 mm |
Measured Casing Thickness Center | 2.20 mm | 1.50 mm |
Measured Total Thickness Sidewall | Members Only | Members Only |
All size measurements are taken at an air pressure of 35 psi / 2.4 bars on a 17.8 mm inner width rim. |
Rolling Resistance Test Results
Rolling Resistance Test Results | ||
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Model | Cross King Protection 29x2.3 | Rekon Race EXO TR |
Spin Up Video | YouTube | YouTube |
Inner Tube | None (40 ml sealant) | None (40 ml sealant) |
Rolling Resistance 55 PSI / 3.8 Bar |
Members Only | Members Only |
Rolling Resistance 45 PSI / 3.1 Bar |
Members Only | Members Only |
Rolling Resistance 35 PSI / 2.4 Bar |
26.3 Watts CRR: 0.00788 | 23.0 Watts CRR: 0.00689 |
Rolling Resistance 25 PSI / 1.7 Bar |
28.4 Watts CRR: 0.00851 | 26.6 Watts CRR: 0.00797 |
All numbers are for a single tire at a speed of 29 km/h / 18 mph and a load of 42.5 kg / 94 lbs. Use the formula: RR (Watts) = CRR * speed (m/s) * load (N) to calculate rolling resistance at a given speed and load. |
Puncture Resistance Test Results
Puncture Resistance Test Results (higher is better) | ||
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Model | Cross King Protection 29x2.3 | Rekon Race EXO TR |
Total Puncture Score Tread | 37 Points | 25 Points |
Total Puncture Score Sidewall | Members Only | Members Only |
Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle | Members Only | Members Only |
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle | Members Only | Members Only |
Tread Total Tire Thickness | 2.2 mm | 1.5 mm |
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle | Members Only | Members Only |
Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle | Members Only | Members Only |
Sidewall Total Tire Thickness | Members Only | Members Only |
Static Grip Test Results
Static Grip Test Results (higher is better) | ||
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Model | Cross King Protection 29x2.3 | Rekon Race EXO TR |
Wet Grip Average | 64 Points | 60 Points |
Wet Grip Center | Members Only | Members Only |
Wet Grip Edge | Members Only | Members Only |
Measured Knob Height Center | 3.2 mm | 1.9 mm |
Measured Knob Height Edge | 5.1 mm | 3.5 mm |
Grip in points = coefficient of friction * 100 MTB grip test rim width = 30.0 mm |
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Wet Grip Test and Off-Road Tires (info) | ||
Conclusion
Conclusion | ||
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Model | Cross King Protection 29x2.3 | Rekon Race EXO TR |
Full Review | Full Review | Full Review |
Verdict | Recommended | Recommended |
Rating | 3.2 / 5 | 3.0 / 5 |
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- Continental Cross King Protection 29x2.3
- Maxxis Rekon Race EXO TR
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