MTB Tire Comparison:
Maxxis Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR 2023 vs
Maxxis Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR 2024

Contents and Test Summary

  1. Manufacturer Specifications
  2. Size and Weight Measurements
  3. Rolling Resistance Test Results
  4. Puncture Resistance Test Results
  5. Static Grip Test Results
  6. Conclusion
  • Maxxis Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
  • Maxxis Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
Performance compared to all other MTB tires
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Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand MaxxisMaxxis
Model Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TRRekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
Year 20232024
Supplied By Bought in storeBought in store
Full Review Full ReviewFull Review
New or Used NewNew
Mileage 0 km0 km
Price Range HighHigh
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Manufacturer Part Number ETB00464700ETB00465000
EAN
TPI 120120
Compound MaxxSpeedMaxxSpeed
Bead FoldingFolding
ETRTO 61-62261-622
Size Inch 28"28"
Width Inch 2.402.40
Specified Weight 770 grams825 grams
Min Air Pressure 25 psi17 psi
Max Air Pressure 25 psi40 psi
Made In Pro DataPro Data
Available Sizes 29x2.4029x2.40
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Maxxis Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR 2023
Maxxis Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR 2024
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Maxxis Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR 2023
Maxxis Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR 2024
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Maxxis Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR 2023
Maxxis Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR 2024
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Maxxis Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR 2.4 2023
Maxxis Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR 2.4 2024

Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TRRekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
Specified Weight 770 grams825 grams
Measured Weight 778 grams814 grams
Measured Width Carcass 59 mm (un-round)58 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 62 mm60 mm
Measured Height 58 mm (un-round)57 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 2.2 mm2.2 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 3.5 mm3.8 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 2.30 mm2.10 mm
Measured Total Thickness Sidewall Pro DataPro Data
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
Model Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TRRekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
Spin Up Video YouTubeYouTube
Inner Tube None (40 ml sealant)None (40 ml sealant)
Measured Width 59 mm58 mm
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
47-50 = 42 psi/2.9 bar
51-55 = 38 psi/2.6 bar
56-60 = 34 psi/2.3 bar
High Air Pressure
Pro DataPro Data
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
47-50 = 35 psi/2.4 bar
51-55 = 32 psi/2.2 bar
56-60 = 29 psi/2.0 bar
Medium Air Pressure
Pro DataPro Data
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
47-50 = 28 psi/1.9 bar
51-55 = 25 psi/1.7 bar
56-60 = 23 psi/1.6 bar
Low Air Pressure
29.9 Watts
CRR: 0.00896
(23 psi / 1.6 bar)
27.8 Watts
CRR: 0.00833
(23 psi / 1.6 bar)
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
47-50 = 21 psi/1.4 bar
51-55 = 19 psi/1.3 bar
56-60 = 17 psi/1.2 bar
Extra Low Air Pressure
Pro DataPro Data
The MTB section is a multi tire size section, air pressures have been adjusted to the measured casing width.

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)
Model Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TRRekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
Total Puncture Score Tread 38 Points34 Points
Total Puncture Score Sidewall Pro DataPro Data
Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle Pro DataPro Data
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle Pro DataPro Data
Tread Total Tire Thickness 2.3 mm2.1 mm
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle Pro DataPro Data
Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle Pro DataPro Data
Sidewall Total Tire Thickness Pro DataPro Data

Static Grip Test Results


Static Grip Test Results (higher is better)
Model Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TRRekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
Wet Grip Average 58 Points69 Points
Wet Grip Center Pro DataPro Data
Wet Grip Edge Pro DataPro Data
Measured Knob Height Center 2.2 mm2.2 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 3.5 mm3.8 mm
Grip in points = coefficient of friction * 100
MTB grip test rim width = 30.0 mm
Wet Grip Test and Off-Road Tires (info)

Conclusion


Conclusion
Model Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TRRekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
Full Review Full ReviewFull Review
Verdict RecommendedRecommended
Rating 3.5 / 54.0 / 5
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  • Maxxis Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
  • Maxxis Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
Performance compared to all other MTB tires
(100% is fastest - lightest - highest - strongest)

Pro Members get 11-point radar charts