Maxxis 2011 Ikon
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twoSIXplayer
(Jul 23, 2011 at 9:03)
Nice and light sheds mud good, amazing dirt jump/ slopestyle tire. Perfect width, actual is 2.25" exo protection and 3c tread compound is amazing. Fastest tire I have ever ridden even makes larsens feel slow.
Maxxis 2011 Ikon
(MSRP $0)
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The Ikon is for true racers looking for a true lightweight race tire. With 3C Triple Compound Technology, high-volume casing and a fast rolling tread design, the Ikon provides exemplary performance in all riding conditions. As its name suggests, the Ikon represents all that is true in racing.
Specifications Compare to other Tires
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| Weight | 480-575 g | |
| Tire Width | 2.2 | |
| Diameter | 26"/29" | |
| Riding Genre | Cross Country | |
| Bead Type | Foldable |
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 | 120 |
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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