WTB Moto Raptor-Race
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nickburton60
(Apr 15, 2009 at 11:01)
Grips really well in corners, and grips fairly well climbing. I notice some slipage on roots when climbing, but it doesn't spin out that often. My brother and I both ran these in the rear, I moved it to the fron and now use the Geax Sturdy in the rear (much better)
Not a fan of this tire in the front (Run a Weir in front and Moto in back...best combo IMO), but it is great as a rear tire. Has nice bite in all conditions and can't really find a fault to it.
WTB Moto Raptor-Race
(MSRP $50)
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The Moto Raptor is the proven go-anywhere, do-anything All Mountain tire. It dependably adapts to many riding styles and ride characteristics with terrific soil clearing ability. The Moto Raptor offers reliable performance while climbing, braking, and cornering year round. This is the tire pro racer Rachel Lloyd uses to crush her competition.
Specifications Compare to other Tires
| Release Date | 2009 | |
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| Price | $50 | |
| Weight | 2.14"= 612.34, 2.24"= 671.31 g | |
| Tire Width | 2.14 front, 2.24 rear | |
| Diameter | 26 | |
| Riding Genre | Cross Country / All Mountain | |
| Bead Type | aramid bead |
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 | DNA Rubber |
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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