First Look: Geax Goma Enduro Tire - Sea Otter 2013

Apr 19, 2013
by Mike Levy  
Geax Goma Enduro Tire Explained

Sea Otter 2013 - Geax

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60 Comments
  • 29 2
 Call it "enduro" and it will sell.
  • 5 0
 True. On a different note, why would you need a specific tyre tread for enduro? I have a Spesh Butcher Control on my trail bike and TBH I've never felt I needed a faster rolling tyre even though I make quite some road miles and ride XC on it regularly..

I have a feeling it actually rolls faster than an HD while offering more grip and most notably, it's more predictable on loose over hardpack.
  • 2 0
 One tyre to rule them all, if it does what it it says on the tin, you make it £20 and shave off 20g every year, you've just cornered 50% of the market, just saying.
  • 1 0
 Seems like a straight-up good tire. Call it a Belgian Waffle Tread, I'd still like that.
  • 9 2
 Hey nice video;tire looks good. Side blocks seem reminiscent of the Clutch, which I like. But what about casing? And weight. It seems 'enduro' tires re aiming for 1000g in 26".... Tubeless compatibility?
  • 2 0
 That's exactly what I wanted to know
  • 7 6
 Pretty nice looking rubbers. Does look like minion. Have you ever looked at a minion on weed man???!!??!!?
  • 4 1
 no, and i dont want to
  • 4 10
flag Questrails (Apr 19, 2013 at 13:22) (Below Threshold)
 Uh ok then nice day to you lady.
  • 2 0
 Sounds like just the tire i am looking for!!
  • 1 0
 the geax goma runs a TNT technology. So it basically stands for tubes/ no tubes. so they're tubless compatible. As for the sidewall, if I remember correectly its pretty damn rugged.
  • 6 3
 For some reason I got terribly irritated listening to this guy's presentation, so I missed the last part. Doesn't matter, I long ago stopped believing companies when they claim to have come up with a product that's a million times better than all the rest, over and over again.. I'll stick to my Hans Dampfs, perfect tyres.
  • 3 2
 I was also irritated by the 4 minutes of marketing bs before he even showed the tire.
  • 4 0
 @krdierckx - I dont recall them directly comparing this tire to any other or saying anything close to "this product is a million times better than all the rest". They simply explained their new tire and its features.

As far as a marketing presentation, it seemed pretty honest and straight forward. It could have been A LOT worse. I guess you dont encounter a lot of shady salesman types in your line of work...

btw Ive never used a Geax product, so I am not a fanboy.

@poozank - they 1st showed the tire at 0:45. for a 6min video that is basically right at the beginning...


It seems like you two might just be cranky, looking for something to complain about Smile
  • 2 1
 hans dampf is the worst tire i've ever had. Albeit they grabbed super well, but I chewed threw the side knobs of those things. They do clear well through the mud though. Still better than a continental trail king.
  • 2 0
 That's a lot of talking. It's like describing a smell of a tire. We really know nothing till the first few corners. I think a video like this should be about a lot of slides showing how the tire interacts with a surface. Then a free set shipped to those who want to try it.
  • 2 1
 May we suggest try VEE Rubber Bicycle tires....regarding going through tires....great for the daily trails & such, just not race ready! They have a sweet 27.5x2.4....very aggressive, as well as a 29er that compares to a Kenda Small Block...
  • 1 0
 everyone has copied the minion. including the butcher. its tryed and true design for aggressive lean. instead of L shaped nobs theyre angled wedges to accomplish the same thing. then angle center nobs the with siping in different spots to transition well. looks like and excellent performer and a good choice of compound. not quite super tacky buy not a hard 60a, which i would prefer on the rear anyway, and cheaper to manufacture than double or triple compounds. a very competitive option for a front tire. should perform right next to the dhf and the butcher,
  • 6 2
 I'm sure it's a fantastic tire... But Goma is really a terrible name.
  • 2 1
 Goma is spanish for rubber. Agreed, not a good name in any language.
  • 3 0
 They name their tires in Spanish. Goma:Rubber Pluma:Feather Barro:Mud Gato:Cat Mezcal:Mezcal (Alcoholic Drink Made from Agave)
  • 5 0
 Muy interesante. Just don't like "Goma" for some reason. Some of the other names work.

Funny. Before watching the vid, I always thought Geax was pronounced "Geeks".
  • 5 1
 All of these new ' ENDURO ' specific components lol
  • 1 0
 Oh sweet, I've been looking for this kinda tire, building up a sweet AM bike that I just wanna be able to thrash, need a tire that can save my a$$ when I decide to huck something or do something stupid!!
  • 1 0
 A tyre that saves me when I do something stupid......yessssss
  • 4 1
 Never tired of tire talk. That's terrible, though true. ;-)
  • 1 0
 I have a Geax Datura and while probably quite a bit lighter than the Goma, it mounted tubeless with not too much milk without any problems and held air immediately.
  • 3 0
 Next: Mavic's new Enduro Jockstrap...
  • 3 0
 I thought "Geax" was pronounced "Geeks" not "Gee Axe"
  • 2 0
 is it me or does it look like a beefier maxxis ardent?also its available in the same widths...
  • 4 2
 looks pretty sweet. i'm interested for sure.
  • 4 1
 Love my Neurons!
  • 2 0
 Imm interested will they work for tubeless ? When can I get some ?
  • 1 0
 Allso just hope they live up to what they say. The amount of money us riders spend on tires over the years is a hell of a lot . It's win win for tire company's you buy them based on what they say . But you can not send them back . This is not a dig at these tires just simply saying most of us have spent money for very little return . And one tire for all seems a big task . Ill be waiting for many many reviews on these tire before I buy .
  • 4 0
 I think bontrager tires you can send back, 30 day no questions asked return period, which includes tires
  • 1 0
 Thanks for that info. I'm in the market to buy new tires now
  • 1 0
 Specialized also offers a 90 day tire return policy.
  • 1 0
 I really like the Bonty X4s in TLR. hard to find in store though, in Oz anyway.
  • 1 0
 Sounds interesting. I love my Lobo Mas Loco 2.5 on the big rig. I kept waiting for him to give a weight. Not a good thing.
  • 2 0
 Good to see Macky on there, representing NM!
  • 1 0
 that's like a minion f with some high roller in it, will try at some point
  • 1 0
 Good tires, a bit pricey.
  • 1 0
 recycled ideas on a Ge-ax
  • 1 0
 Good old kenda blue grooves get the job done for me.
  • 3 3
 Huh interesting... It's look like a minion/nevegal/H.Dampf hybrid!
  • 1 0
 kenda nevegal?
  • 5 5
 Bobblehead: Blah Blah Blah.
  • 1 3
 copied minion..
  • 7 1
 No, looks like a Trek Session.
  • 1 0
 As I said a couple of days ago before my comment was deleted for some reason. It's exactly the same as a spechialized butcher!!!!!!!!
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