MTB Tire Comparison:
Maxxis Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR 2023 vs
Maxxis Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR 2024
Contents and Test Summary
- Manufacturer Specifications
- Size and Weight Measurements
- Rolling Resistance Test Results
- Puncture Resistance Test Results
- Static Grip Test Results
- Conclusion
- Maxxis Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
- Maxxis Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
Manufacturer Specifications
Manufacturer Specifications | ||
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Brand | Maxxis | Maxxis |
Model | Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR | Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR |
Year | 2023 | 2024 |
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 | ||
Manufacturer Part Number | ETB00464700 | ETB00465000 |
EAN | ||
TPI | 120 | 120 |
Compound | MaxxSpeed | MaxxSpeed |
Bead | Folding | Folding |
ETRTO | 61-622 | 61-622 |
Size Inch | 28" | 28" |
Width Inch | 2.40 | 2.40 |
Specified Weight | 770 grams | 825 grams |
Min Air Pressure | 25 psi | 17 psi |
Max Air Pressure | 25 psi | 40 psi |
Made In | Pro Data | Pro Data |
Available Sizes | 29x2.40 | 29x2.40 |
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Size and Weight Measurements
Size and Weight Measurements | ||
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Model | Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR | Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR |
Specified Weight | 770 grams | 825 grams |
Measured Weight | 778 grams | 814 grams |
Measured Width Carcass | 59 mm (un-round) | 58 mm (un-round) |
Measured Width Tread | 62 mm | 60 mm |
Measured Height | 58 mm (un-round) | 57 mm (un-round) |
Measured Knob Height Center | 2.2 mm | 2.2 mm |
Measured Knob Height Edge | 3.5 mm | 3.8 mm |
Measured Casing Thickness Center | 2.30 mm | 2.10 mm |
Measured Total Thickness Sidewall | Pro Data | Pro 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 | ||
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Model | Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR | Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR |
Spin Up Video | YouTube | YouTube |
Inner Tube | None (40 ml sealant) | None (40 ml sealant) |
Measured Width | 59 mm | 58 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 barHigh Air Pressure |
Pro Data | Pro 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 barMedium Air Pressure |
Pro Data | Pro 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 barLow 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 barExtra Low Air Pressure |
Pro Data | Pro 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) | ||
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Model | Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR | Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR |
Total Puncture Score Tread | 38 Points | 34 Points |
Total Puncture Score Sidewall | Pro Data | Pro Data |
Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle | Pro Data | Pro Data |
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle | Pro Data | Pro Data |
Tread Total Tire Thickness | 2.3 mm | 2.1 mm |
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle | Pro Data | Pro Data |
Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle | Pro Data | Pro Data |
Sidewall Total Tire Thickness | Pro Data | Pro Data |
Static Grip Test Results
Static Grip Test Results (higher is better) | ||
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Model | Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR | Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR |
Wet Grip Average | 58 Points | 69 Points |
Wet Grip Center | Pro Data | Pro Data |
Wet Grip Edge | Pro Data | Pro Data |
Measured Knob Height Center | 2.2 mm | 2.2 mm |
Measured Knob Height Edge | 3.5 mm | 3.8 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 | Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR | Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR |
Full Review | Full Review | Full Review |
Verdict | Recommended | Recommended |
Rating | 3.5 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
Buy At |
- Maxxis Aspen MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
- Maxxis Rekon Race MaxxSpeed EXO/TR
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