The Maxxis Forekaster 29 3CT/EXO+/TR tire we’re featuring at Escapahas been designed to offer the perfect balance of speed, grip, and control on trails and light downhill rides. It sits strategically between fast cross-country tires and more aggressive all-mountain and Enduro tires, making it an ideal choice for long rides and varied terrain.
Its tread pattern combines closely spaced center knobs—which reduce rolling resistance—with larger, grooved side knobs that provide greater traction and confidence when cornering. The small ribs between the knobs enhance self-cleaning, maintaining performance even in wet or muddy conditions.
Tubeless Ready (TR)
Tubeless Ready technology allows for lower tire pressures, improving traction and comfort while significantly reducing the risk of punctures. Maxxis TR tires feature a fully rubber-coated Talon, similar to a UST tire, ensuring easy and effective tubeless installation on standard-sized rims, even with minimal sealant. Manufacturer’s Note: Maxxis advises against using sealants containing ammonia, as they can damage the casing and reduce its durability by up to 30%. For optimal performance, we recommend using Maxxis Tire Plasma sealant.
Wide Trail (WT) Casing
The Wide Trail construction is optimized for modern, wider rims. Unlike traditional tires, which can lose performance on wide rims, the Forekaster WT maintains optimal shape and handling. Ideal inner rim width: 35 mm Excellent performance on rims with inner widths from 30 to 39 mm
3C MaxxTerra Compound
The 3C MaxxTerra compound is designed for Enduro and Freeride tires, offering an excellent balance between smooth rolling on climbs, great grip on descents, and long tread life.
EXO+ Protection
The EXO+ casing combines lightness and durability for demanding mountain use: 60 TPI base with abrasion-resistant rubber Sidewalls reinforced with rubberized EXO protection Short butyl insert in the Talon for added impact protection This construction makes the Forekaster EXO+ ideal for aggressive Trail riding, light Enduro, and e-MTB, where increased weight and torque require additional protection.
