MaxxisForekaster EXO/TR 29 Inch MTB Tire(Return to Product Page)

This tire works very well on the front for my loose over hard trail riding in CO, and it rolls noticeably faster than the burlier tires I had been using recently, like the DHR, DHF, Dissector.... The first thing I noticed was the smoother ride quality over those heavier tires. Next was less of a floaty vague feeling over deeper loose sections. Around here it can be like riding through an endless box of kitty litter. Then it was the lower rolling resistance, which was very evident on long shallow declines where the bike picks up speed more quickly. I was disappointed that the 2.4" tire only measured 2.2" on my 30mm inner width rims, but I can't argue with how well it works.

The Maxxis Forecaster rolls fast but has good grip on central Oregon MTB trails. This is my second set and the first set lasted several seasons. Central Oregon conditions tend to be dry and can get dusty/loose in summer but the Forecaster handles that fairly well.

II keep buying the Forekaster tires because they are great for my type of riding. I am a XC rider, but do love flowy downhills and technical trails. These tires hook up nicely on the downhill and roll well. I only gave it 4 stars for value because tires are too expensive these days.

I had been using Rekon Race front and rear for my XC race bike. It was fast, but loose and the tires didn't last all that long. I switched it up to Forecaster front and Rekon rear. A little more rolling resistance, but damn I LOVE the combination! So much better in the loose kitty litter of Buff Creek and on the other local trails. The Forecaster was hard to find in stock elsewhere, but BikeTiresDirect delivered as always!

E-bike use

The new Forekaster is a good all around tire, though I prefer it for use on the front of a light trail bike. It is a bit costly as most Maxxis tires are. Mounted on 30mm ID rims the 2.40WT measures almost exactly 2.3". The 2.6 measures 2.5". For a wide front tire the 2.6 works better for my style of initiating and holding turns. Neither are too round a profile.

This tire really does rip up hills. Once you point the bike down, you still have loads of confidence with this tire.

I use this on my LT trail bike (Stumpy EVO) for the local XC and BDiamond tech trails, works just fine. When I travel to more knarley MTB destinations I swap to downhill tire.

Using this as a rear tire on my hardtail. The tread pattern provides predictable traction in most conditions, especially compared to the previous version of the Forekaster. Highly recommend!