MTB Tire Comparison:
Maxxis Ikon eXCeption Silkworm 2014 vs
Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 1.0 2017

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
  • Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 1.0 *
* Grip test data not available
Performance compared to all other MTB tires
(100% is best)
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Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand MaxxisVittoria
Model Ikon eXCeption SilkwormMezcal TNT G+ 1.0
Year 20142017
Supplied By Bought in storeBought in store
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New or Used NewNew
Mileage 0 km0 km
Price Range HighHigh
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Manufacturer Part Number TB96753400111.3M3.32.55.611HD
EAN
TPI 120120
Compound Exception4C G+
Bead FoldingFolding
ETRTO 57-62255-622
Size Inch 29"29"
Width Inch 2.202.25
Specified Weight 560 grams690 grams
Min Air Pressure psi29 psi
Max Air Pressure 65 psi58 psi
Made In Members OnlyMembers Only
Available Sizes 29x2.20
26x2.20
29x2.35
29x2.25
29x2.10
27.5x2.35
27.5x2.25
27.5x2.10
26x2.10
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Maxxis Ikon eXCeption Silkworm 2014
Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 1.0 2017
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Maxxis Ikon eXCeption Silkworm 2014
Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 1.0 2017
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Maxxis Ikon eXCeption Silkworm 2014
Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 1.0 2017
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Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Ikon eXCeption SilkwormMezcal TNT G+ 1.0
Specified Weight 560 grams690 grams
Measured Weight 583 grams712 grams
Measured Width Carcass 52 mm (un-round)54 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 51 mm55 mm
Measured Height 53 mm (un-round)55 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 2.5 mm2.6 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 3.8 mm3.8 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center No Data1.90 mm
Measured Total Thickness Sidewall No DataMembers 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
Model Ikon eXCeption SilkwormMezcal TNT G+ 1.0
Spin Up Video No VideoYouTube
Inner Tube Conti MTB 29 (225 gr butyl)None (40 ml sealant)
Rolling Resistance
55 PSI / 3.8 Bar
Members OnlyMembers Only
Rolling Resistance
45 PSI / 3.1 Bar
Members OnlyMembers Only
Rolling Resistance
35 PSI / 2.4 Bar
33.5 Watts
CRR: 0.01004
18.1 Watts
CRR: 0.00543
Rolling Resistance
25 PSI / 1.7 Bar
38.2 Watts
CRR: 0.01145
20.1 Watts
CRR: 0.00603
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 Ikon eXCeption SilkwormMezcal TNT G+ 1.0
Total Puncture Score Tread No Data37 Points
Total Puncture Score Sidewall Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Total Tire Thickness No Data1.9 mm
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Sidewall Total Tire Thickness Members OnlyMembers Only

Static Grip Test Results


Static Grip Test Results (higher is better)
Model Ikon eXCeption SilkwormMezcal TNT G+ 1.0
Wet Grip Average No DataNo Data
Wet Grip Center Members OnlyMembers Only
Wet Grip Edge Members OnlyMembers Only
Measured Knob Height Center 2.5 mm2.6 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 3.8 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 Ikon eXCeption SilkwormMezcal TNT G+ 1.0
Full Review Full ReviewFull Review
Verdict Not RecommendedHighly Recommended
Rating 1.0 / 55.0 / 5
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  • Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 1.0 *
* Grip test data not available
Performance compared to all other MTB tires
(100% is fastest - lightest - highest - strongest)

Pro Members get 11-point radar charts