Forekaster
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    Forekaster

    • XC (Cross Country)
    • Trail
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    The new version of the Maxxis Forekaster is aimed squarely at modern short travel (100mm-130mm) trail bikes – aka the “downcountry” segment. Intended to be a “Goldilocks” tire, the new Forekaster (released July 2022) rolls faster than a Minion or even the Dissector but provides more predictable cornering, climbing, and braking traction than the Aspen or Rekon.

    • Rubber:
      • Dual compound (best for dry, hard conditions)
      • 3C MaxxTerra (best for mixed conditions)
    • Casings:
      • 60 TPI + EXO (general trail use)
      • EXO+ (heavy duty trail use)
    • 2.40″ sizes are optimized for rims with an internal width of 30mm-35mm
    • Tubeless Ready specs are denoted with a “TR” in the tables below

    Category: XC, Trail

    Recommended use: All trail conditions

    Recommended installation: Front or Rear

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    Performance Ratings

    Rolling Speed

    Cornering Control

    Braking Traction

    tight shot of the back tire (Maxxis Forekaster) of a mountain bike with the rider blurred behind the bike Play icon

    Specs

    Part #
    Size
    ETRTO
    TPI
    Bead
    Weight (g)
    Compound
    Max PSI
    Tech
    Color
    27.5
    27.5X2.40
    TB00477000
    27.5X2.40
    61-584
    60
    FOLDABLE
    840
    DUAL
    50
    EXO/TR
    Black
    27.5X2.40
    TB00476900
    27.5X2.40
    61-584
    60
    FOLDABLE
    849
    3C MAXX TERRA
    50
    3T/EXO/TR
    Black
    27.5X2.40
    TB00472500
    27.5X2.40
    61-584
    60
    FOLDABLE
    911
    3C MAXX TERRA
    50
    3T/EXO+/TR/E50
    Black
    27.5X2.40
    TB00473500
    27.5X2.40
    61-584
    60
    FOLDABLE
    937
    3C MAXX TERRA
    50
    3T/EXO+/TR
    Black
    29
    29X2.40
    TB00458000
    29X2.40
    61-622
    60
    FOLDABLE
    905
    3C MAXX TERRA
    50
    3T/EXO/TR
    Black
    29X2.40
    TB00460500
    29X2.40
    61-622
    60
    FOLDABLE
    947
    DUAL
    50
    EXO/TR
    Black
    29X2.40
    TB00460700
    29X2.40
    61-622
    60
    FOLDABLE
    999
    3C MAXX TERRA
    50
    3T/EXO+/TR
    Black
    29X2.40
    TB00472400
    29X2.40
    61-622
    60
    FOLDABLE
    999
    3C MAXX TERRA
    3T/EXO+/TR/E50
    Black
    29X2.60
    TB00460300
    29X2.60
    66-622
    60
    FOLDABLE
    1,010
    3C MAXX TERRA
    40
    3T/EXO/TR
    Black
    29X2.60
    TB00460400
    29X2.60
    66-622
    60
    FOLDABLE
    1,074
    3C MAXX TERRA
    40
    3T/EXO+/TR
    Black
    29X2.60
    TB00460600
    29X2.60
    66-622
    60
    FOLDABLE
    1,039
    DUAL
    40
    EXO/TR
    Black
    Available Technologies

    Available Technologies

    3C MaxxTerra
    EXO
    EXO+
    Tubeless Ready
    Wide Trail

    3C MaxxTerra

    Maxxis’ 3C MaxxTerra is an intermediate triple compound configuration used across our mountain tire line. The 3C MaxxTerra compound offers more traction than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet provides better treadwear and less rolling resistance than MaxxGrip, which makes it ideal for trail riding in all conditions.

    Diagram of Maxxis 3C MaxxTerra technology

    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.

    EXO Cutaway for web

    EXO+

    EXO+ is Maxxis’ medium-duty puncture protection option suitable for all-around trail riding and light weight e-bikes. We begin with a durable 60 TPI casing, add in our legendary EXO puncture protection layer in the sidewalls, and top it off with a small butyl insert around the bead. The tough casing and EXO material ward off damage from rocks and roots, while the butyl insert protects the tire from pinch flats and helps prevent rim damage.

    EXO+ Cutaway for web

    Tubeless Ready

    Maxxis Tubeless Ready (TR) tires offer better traction, lower rolling resistance, and fewer flats by eliminating the inner tube. Run lower pressures for improved grip and control. Look for the “TR” marking on the sidewall.

    Installation Note: Must be used with tubeless-compatible rims and liquid sealant to maintain air pressure and seal small punctures. Check and refresh sealant regularly as it dries over time.

    Important: Use sealant only in tubeless road, tubular, or tubeless ready tires. Using it in other Maxxis models voids the warranty.

    Tubeless Ready Maxxis Shorty bicycle tire.

    Wide Trail

    The Wide Trail (WT) designation is being phased out, learn more here: https://www.maxxis.com/us/news/wide-trail-labeling-discontinued/

    Diagram of Maxxis' Wide Trail construction for trail, enduro, and downhill

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