MaxxisRambler 700c Gravel Tire(Return to Product Page)

I just completed my second Unbound. Previously, I rode Schwalbe G-1s and prior to that, GravelKings. Both were OK - but I've had punctures and fortunately, it self sealed and I could keep racing. My riding buddies convinced me to try Maxxis Ramblers - so, Unbound was the debut. I went with 40mm given it had rained heavily two nights prior. They performed well in fast loose terrain and were comfortable on the long race. I just came home and cleaned my bike - to my surprise, there were literally zero cuts, gashes etc. None. Tires look brand new. I have never seen this after Unbound. I am a convert.

Finally got a chance to use these on my Litespeed Cherohala for a 50 mile gravel ride in southwest Wisconsin. The roads were hilly and handpicked. Great grip climbing and descending. Mounting them was no issue on my ENVE 45's only took a couple minutes. I used the latest Silca sealant and Wolftooths tire pressure app to get what I thought was a super comfortable ride. Looking forward to using these in a couple more gravel events this summer in Wisconsin.

Maxis tire performance is well known to be on the higher end of the tire spectrum. That said their treads short wear life is also well known. A great tire when they're new but don't expect them to stay that way for long. +/-400miles of mixed surface and they are near replacement level. Probably won't order them again but they were what was available when I needed new rubber.

I have tried most of the Maxxis line for gravel tires.

The Rambler in a 50mm performs really well on mixed terrain. Nice smooth feel on paved surface and the side tread picks up grip well in gravel with downward force. Easy install on Reserve G25 rims.

I use this on my Niner RLT Gravel Bike for commuting down bike paths, gravel roads, and a little bit of loose rock. I had Specialized Pathfinder Pro's on my bike, which were great tires. I was looking for something a little bit more aggressive and higher volume for the loose terrain I ride on without losing rolling speed. I switched from 700X38 Pathfinders to 700X45 Ramblers. The width wasn't quite 7mm more but the volume is noticebly more than my old tires. The bike rides smoother over broken pavement, loose gravel, and curbs. I don't notice any additional rolling resistance and the small knobs don't make much noise or slow the bike dow. So far, no flats or cuts. 5 stars so far. Great tire and with the sale price, free shipping, and rewards points I applied, they turned out to be a great buy thanks to BikeTiresDirect.

I'm a heavier rider who enjoys logging miles on rough, broken pavement, rural county roads. I bought these to get a little softer ride without sluggishness. After 500+ miles I'm super happy with the choice. I will get them again when needed.

I run the Maxxis Rambler 700c in both 45mm and 50mm widths. They have been my go-to tire for recreational riding and racing. The moment you hit the gravel, the tire delivers much better grip and performance than its understated looks would suggest. The rounded tread pattern and sidewall really make a difference when cornering in lose gravel or on asphalt. The Rambler is absolutely convincing and confidence inspiring on the trail. It conquers muddy climbs and navigates slippery corners like no other tire, turning my bikes into a monster gravel bike. BTD tech staff was awesome in helping me chose these tires. Always very pleased with the Rambler and BTD

Love the 40m Ramblers. The first set was bought about 2 weeks before the first DUSTBOWL gravel event in Indiana in 2021, about 70 of 100 miles of "driveway" gravel, this isn't Flint Hills sharp stuff, but it's got some volume... Tires were PERFECT! Ran them between 36-40 psi.

I rode those tires the rest of the season. When cold and wet conditions threatened the Rough Road 100k I decided to run them for that event too. Probably didn't need the tread for the mostly road event, but when the rain hit on a 9 mile dirt trail section, I was much more confident with more grip, rode them through last spring. Overall I put about 2000-2200 miles on them, rotating them once, ZERO flats, ZERO issues... perfect. The tread is pretty worn now, keeping them as backups. New pair is coming.

Great tire for mixed terrain, very comfortable and resistant

Was looking for a good quality tire to replace worn out, 7-year old WTB Nano tires on my Motobecane gravel bike. Maxxis Ramblers are the perfect tire for rail trail riding. Good on hard packed gravel, dirt or asphalt. Surprisingly fast on pavement, but not quite road bike, slick tire fast. Very impressed with these 700 x40 tires. Already have 100+ miles on them and they should last for many miles and years to come. Highly recommended tire for rail trail riding. A+

Replaced stock Bontrager tires on a Trek 920 ("Adventure Touring / Super Gravel Bike") for off-road/gravel/mixed surface/bike packing rides. LOVE these tires. Super quality you and I would expect from Maxxis. Rolling resistance on paved paths/roads is really great but the tread pattern gives enough bite for dirt and gravel. Excels at all-around, "multi-surface" rides. I run them tubeless with Stan's and they are flawless overall and easy to get on/off my DT Swiss rims. I purchased black wall, 120 TPI, SilkShield version. The 29x2.0 size may be a bit much for some "gravel bike" folks I get it but it is awesome for my bike and super clydesdale stature. Easily able to handle some low tech singletrack too. They were great on a recent multi-surface bike packing trip with 45+ lbs of extra gear/panniers front and rear. The tire's size at 700x50x is clearly a MTB sized tire but the extra "cush" and stability is superb IMHO. Highly recommend.

Since these tires came out, I have really liked the feel, tread, weight and rolling resistance. They have improved the sidewall issues from a while back and not updated the tread pattern. I have tried other popular brands and keep coming back to these all around tires. I ride on single track, in mud and even pavement. I like the stickiness and the cornering. Not the fastest rolling on pavement but I care more about how they perform on gravel and dirt. I do replace them each year and just order them when I see a sale for the next season.

I sold my mountain bike a few years ago, nearby mtb trails aren't great, was enjoyjng my gravel bike so much I never rode it. However, there are a few sections of one of my favorite routes that required a tire with a bigger footprint and more bite. The 50mm Rambler (front only) was perfect. Rolls decently on the road (I typically don't drive to the trailhead rather than drive) and hooks up really well in the steep loose sections that my pure gravel can't handle.

Got them on sale for my wife's gravel bike, which definitely helped with the value rating. Hoping the other good reviews prove true, as she doesn't have too many miles on them yet. Mounted them with tubes for right now until we complete the setup to tubeless, but they mounted up easily and seemed to roll pretty true. So far, really happy with them.

Since these tires came out, I have raced, trained, and just had pure fun on these. Tires keep evolving and I try them, but I keep coming back to the Ramblers. I have great traction on gnarly dirt roads, there is no change in tread so corning is smooth, and I have no problem with these slowing me down on paved roads. These are definitely not road tires but they roll just fine. I ride my gravel bike on lots of single track and these tires float over roots and rocks. I only take these off my rims when I wear a tire out. I have never had a flat as I run tubeless. Over the years the tread has not changed but the sidewall quality has! Why change perfect.

Based on my limited use so far, these tires are fast on paved and unpaved roads and provide good grip on the wet and dry conditions I've encountered on the gravel roads of Western North Carolina's forests. Confidence building.

I got these tires to replace stock Kenda Happy Medium. I planned on racing and wanted a lighter tire. Read lots of reviews of gravel racing tires and for my purposes the Rambler is meeting and exceeding my expectations. I have ridden (I keep track of all my rides) 515 miles so far on these tires. Road, rotten granite, super rocky climbs and descents, loamy forest trails, full on mtb trails, gravel roads, snowymuddy conditions, sand, and some roots have been the surfaces.

The stick well in all conditions and are predictable on all reasonable surfaces.

I'm using 40mm tires, tubeless, on a Lynskey GR270 with Stans Grail rims. Loaded weight of me and bike is just under 200 lbs.

I'm using the 120TPI front and 60 TPI rear.

The tires are wearing great. No cuts or holes.

Price was reasonable and I have no complaints.

YMMV.

I use these tires on my gravel bike for all terrains. This tire works decently well on anything but may not be aggressive enough if you plan on riding in extremely rough or muddy conditions. It can handle some mud in a pinch, however, and I've set PRs on segments with muddy patches.

They corner well on dusty gravel roads and don't slow me down much on pavement or asphalt when compared to smoother tires.

I like the option for tan sidewalls, and the aesthetics of the tire are great.

The value is completely adequate and comparable to other tires on the market. I can't speak to how long they last, although they appear sturdy, and I expect to get at least 3-4 years out of these tires.

These are a great tire for gravel and trails. Road these at the Heck of The North, which is a gravel race in Two Harbors, Mn. They were perfect. Supple, lightweight, decent rolling resistance, and most importantly, good traction in the mud.

I am impressed with the rolling resistance on tarmac, but it shines in loose gravel and dirt.