Ikon

    Ikon

    • XC (Cross Country)

    The Maxxis Ikon is a versatile XC tire designed to perform in a broad range of conditions. With its predictable handling and high rolling speed, the Ikon is also a favorite among our slopestyle athletes.

    • Rubber:
      • Dual compound (best for dry, hard conditions)
      • 3C MaxxSpeed (best for XC race use)
      • MaxxSpeed (2023) (new formulation of our XC race compound)
      • 3C MaxxTerra (best for mixed conditions)
    • Casings:
      • 60 TPI + EXO (general XC use)
      • 120 TPI + EXO (XC race use)
    • Tubeless Ready specs are denoted with a “TR” in the tables below
    • Bicycle technology explainer

    Category: XC Race, XC

    Recommended use: All XC trail conditions

    Recommended installation: Front or Rear

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    Performance Ratings

    Rolling Speed

    Cornering Control

    Braking Traction

    Specs

    Part #
    Size
    ETRTO
    TPI
    Bead
    Weight (g)
    Compound
    Max PSI
    Tech
    Color
    Application
    26
    26X2.20
    TB00220500
    26X2.20
    56-559
    60
    FOLDABLE
    676
    DUAL
    60
    EXO/TR
    Tan Wall
    MOUNTAIN
    26X2.20
    TB72385300
    26X2.20
    57-559
    60
    FOLDABLE
    625
    DUAL
    65
    Black
    MOUNTAIN
    26X2.20
    TB72390100
    26X2.20
    57-559
    120
    FOLDABLE
    657
    3C MAXX SPEED
    60
    3CS/EXO/TR
    Black
    MOUNTAIN
    26X2.35
    TB73499100
    26X2.35
    60-559
    120
    FOLDABLE
    742
    3C MAXX SPEED
    60
    3CS/EXO/TR
    Black
    MOUNTAIN
    27.5
    27.5X2.20
    TB00332800
    27.5X2.20
    56-584
    60
    FOLDABLE
    701
    DUAL
    60
    EXO/TR
    Tan Wall
    MOUNTAIN
    27.5X2.20
    TB85919000
    27.5X2.20
    56-584
    120
    FOLDABLE
    683
    3C MAXX SPEED
    60
    3CS/EXO/TR
    Black
    MOUNTAIN
    27.5X2.35
    TB85956000
    27.5X2.35
    60-584
    120
    FOLDABLE
    703
    3C MAXX SPEED
    60
    3CS/EXO/TR
    Black
    MOUNTAIN
    29
    29X2.00
    TB96646100
    29X2.00
    50-622
    120
    FOLDABLE
    677
    3C MAXX SPEED
    60
    3CS/EXO/TR
    Black
    MOUNTAIN
    29X2.20
    TB00334200
    29X2.20
    57-622
    60
    FOLDABLE
    756
    DUAL
    65
    EXO
    Tan Wall
    MOUNTAIN
    29X2.20
    TB00333000
    29X2.20
    57-622
    60
    FOLDABLE
    759
    3C MAXX SPEED
    60
    3CS/EXO/TR
    Tan Wall
    MOUNTAIN
    29X2.20
    TB00332900
    29X2.20
    57-622
    60
    FOLDABLE
    761
    DUAL
    60
    EXO/TR
    Tan Wall
    MOUNTAIN
    29X2.20
    TB96740100
    29X2.20
    57-622
    120
    FOLDABLE
    735
    3C MAXX SPEED
    60
    3CS/EXO/TR
    Black
    MOUNTAIN
    29X2.35
    TB00465300
    29X2.35
    60-622
    120
    FOLDABLE
    839
    MAXX SPEED
    40
    MaxxSpeed/EXO/TR
    Black
    MOUNTAIN
    29X2.60
    TB00038300
    29X2.60
    66-622
    120
    FOLDABLE
    833
    3C MAXX TERRA
    40
    3CT/EXO/TR
    Black
    MOUNTAIN
    Available Technologies

    Available Technologies

    MaxxSpeed

    The new MaxxSpeed (2023) is our top-shelf rubber compound for XC racing. It’s a high-silica content compound which reduces rolling resistance while also enhancing wet traction. Compared to the previous 3C MaxxSpeed, the new compound has approximately 25% less rolling resistance in a lab setting (using the same tread pattern, construction, and tire pressure). In a real world setting, our testing shows the new compound can save up to a minute over the course of a 90-minute race.

    Cutaway section of bike tire. Maxxspeed.

    3C MaxxSpeed

    Used primarily in cross country (XC) tires, the two compounds in the outer layer are specially formulated to reduce rolling resistance and optimize treadwear and traction.

    *Note that the 3C MaxxSpeed compound is being phased out for the new MaxxSpeed launched in April 2023.

    Diagram of Maxxis 3C MaxxSpeed compound construction.

    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

    Tubeless Ready

    Tubeless ready 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. Tubeless ready tires are denoted by the letters “TR” on the sidewall.
    Tubeless ready tires must be mounted to tubeless compatible rims and require the use of a liquid sealant to maintain pressure. Liquid sealants have the added benefit of sealing small punctures. Be sure to check your sealant regularly and refresh as needed as it will dry out over time.
    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.
    Tubeless Ready Maxxis Shorty bicycle tire.

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