Kenda El Moco/Lopes Edition
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brooce
(Aug 25, 2013 at 11:09)
I like this tire. It seems to be a bit more grippy than High Roller (both 2.35) - has bigger knobs, rolls maybe a bit better (tragically on tarmac or hardpack, much better in the terrain). The thread has a square profile so that it favours aggresive riders, you've got to lean in corners to use the side knobs effectively.
Very grippy, fast tires for DH.
A little heavy for AM (2.35 DH version) but not intended use.
Hard to get on rim but once installed, they won't get off the rim easily, which is good news when you ride very low pressure.
A little heavy for AM (2.35 DH version) but not intended use.
Hard to get on rim but once installed, they won't get off the rim easily, which is good news when you ride very low pressure.
Kenda El Moco/Lopes Edition
(MSRP $52.99)
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Downhill (DH) wire bead versions feature 2-ply construction and Stick-E Compound
Cross Country (XC) folding bead version with single-ply construction
Large casing for better flotation, ramped center knobs for speed and Brian's signature number, "55" molded into the knobs
Specifications Compare to other Tires
| Release Date | 2009 | |
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| Price | $53 | |
| Weight | 663 g | |
| Tire Width | 2.10/2.35/2.50 | |
| Diameter | 26 | |
| Riding Genre | Xc-Dh | |
| Bead Type | Folding/Wire |
Bead Type - there are two main types. Kevlar/Folding Bead (lighter and ca be folded so riders can put them in their jersey pocket or hydration pack incase they rip their sidewall) and Wire/Steel Bead (heavier, cheaper, not as strong or portable, and more difficult to mount on a rim).
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| Rubber Durometer | Stick-e/Dtc |
Rubber Durometer - is the measurement used by the rubber industry to identify a the harness of rubber. This is important as the tire's durometer effects the grip, how fast the tire will wear, and if the knobs on a tire flex.
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