Severe

Wet
XC (Cross Country)

The Maxxis Severe (2023) is designed for XC racing in wet, muddy conditions. To prevent mud collection, the tread pattern uses small, spiky knobs spaced widely apart.

Rubber:
- MaxxSpeed (2023) (best for XC race use)
Casing:
- 120 TPI + EXO (best for XC race use)
Tubeless Ready (TR)
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Category: XC race

Recommended use: Wet and muddy XC race courses

Recommended installation: Front and rear

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EXO

EXO is a cut- and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls of many Maxxis mountain bike and gravel tires. This densely woven fabric is lightweight and highly flexible, ensuring that the performance of the tire remains unaffected. Choose EXO Protection for enhanced durability for gravel, XC, and light-duty trail riding.

Tubeless Ready

Tubeless tires provide the rider with many benefits: the ability to run lower air pressures, which improves traction; lower rolling resistance when compared to a tube-type tire; and less chance of flatting because there is no tube. Liquid sealants should only be used in the following types of tires: tubeless road, tubular, and tubeless ready.

The use of liquid sealants in any other Maxxis tire will void the warranty.

Severe

Performance Ratings

Specs

Available Technologies

EXO

Tubeless Ready

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