I've tried MM trail pro ultrasoft and TC trail pro ultrasoft. I like em both. For loose over hard conditions (SW CO, desert like conditions) I felt...
I've tried MM trail pro ultrasoft and TC trail pro ultrasoft. I like em both.
For loose over hard conditions (SW CO, desert like conditions) I felt like the MM was a little squirmy on the tall knobs. When there is something for those tall knobs to dig into a little, it hooks up very well for cornering and braking. I can see why it is a very popular tire because it is a pretty good all arounder and covers a wide range of dirt types well but really shines for me on the natural terrain where there is a little bit of loam or loose dirt and a slightly softer trail base for those tall knobs to sink into a little.
The TC feels to me like a modern DHF. It rolls faster than the MM for me. The side knobs are more supportive than the MM side knobs but ya gotta get the bike leaned over and trust them or you may get some vagueness on a lower angle lean. The side knobs are pretty far out on the side of the casing and angled out not up. If you are confident leaning, those side knobs dig in and rail very hard with big traction when cornering. Personally, I love it. But I also loved the DHF in the front too and not everyone likes that "gotta lean it to get it to hook up" type feel.
Reviews of the radial casings here in SW CO seem mixed. I love em, but some of the guys I ride with don't seem to like them.
That’s awesome feedback, i’ll stick with the Mary then, wanted to try the tacky as it seems better than the regular one I didn’t like and...
That’s awesome feedback, i’ll stick with the Mary then, wanted to try the tacky as it seems better than the regular one I didn’t like and rolls faster, but yeah, not into that
I preferred the Tacky Chan in most scenarios other than really soft conditions where the MM can really dig in. I trust the TC side knobs more and the center tread is bulked up quite a bit from the standard TC.
that's a super helpful comparison. I loved the DHF to the point of not understanding, or really liking, the Assegai when I first rode one. on leaf cover over the cooler months, I am using an Albert, but I'll probably go Tacky Chan in the late spring.
I've tried MM trail pro ultrasoft and TC trail pro ultrasoft. I like em both. For loose over hard conditions (SW CO, desert like conditions) I felt...
I've tried MM trail pro ultrasoft and TC trail pro ultrasoft. I like em both.
For loose over hard conditions (SW CO, desert like conditions) I felt like the MM was a little squirmy on the tall knobs. When there is something for those tall knobs to dig into a little, it hooks up very well for cornering and braking. I can see why it is a very popular tire because it is a pretty good all arounder and covers a wide range of dirt types well but really shines for me on the natural terrain where there is a little bit of loam or loose dirt and a slightly softer trail base for those tall knobs to sink into a little.
The TC feels to me like a modern DHF. It rolls faster than the MM for me. The side knobs are more supportive than the MM side knobs but ya gotta get the bike leaned over and trust them or you may get some vagueness on a lower angle lean. The side knobs are pretty far out on the side of the casing and angled out not up. If you are confident leaning, those side knobs dig in and rail very hard with big traction when cornering. Personally, I love it. But I also loved the DHF in the front too and not everyone likes that "gotta lean it to get it to hook up" type feel.
Reviews of the radial casings here in SW CO seem mixed. I love em, but some of the guys I ride with don't seem to like them.
That’s awesome feedback, i’ll stick with the Mary then, wanted to try the tacky as it seems better than the regular one I didn’t like and...
That’s awesome feedback, i’ll stick with the Mary then, wanted to try the tacky as it seems better than the regular one I didn’t like and rolls faster, but yeah, not into that
I preferred the Tacky Chan in most scenarios other than really soft conditions where the MM can really dig in. I trust the TC side knobs...
I preferred the Tacky Chan in most scenarios other than really soft conditions where the MM can really dig in. I trust the TC side knobs more and the center tread is bulked up quite a bit from the standard TC.
Yeah by the description above I feel I’m not the one for the tacky, with side nobs pointing that far out and my complete dislike for the dhf I can’t see myself liking this one either
I'm on my third Tacky C (supergravity/soft) in the back. I think it's great when it's new but it wears fast. It tracks decent when it's new but when it's been worn down a bit the back skids all over the place. Put on a DHR2 in the back and you notice a significant difference, it's razor sharp in holding the line. I would not put the Tacky up front on a gravity-focused bike.
I'm on my third Tacky C (supergravity/soft) in the back. I think it's great when it's new but it wears fast. It tracks decent when it's...
I'm on my third Tacky C (supergravity/soft) in the back. I think it's great when it's new but it wears fast. It tracks decent when it's new but when it's been worn down a bit the back skids all over the place. Put on a DHR2 in the back and you notice a significant difference, it's razor sharp in holding the line. I would not put the Tacky up front on a gravity-focused bike.
I'm assuming you mean when the center knobs wear you have braking issues. the shoulders are huge - I would think they're still viable when you're ready to replace the tire due to braking traction?
I'm on my third Tacky C (supergravity/soft) in the back. I think it's great when it's new but it wears fast. It tracks decent when it's...
I'm on my third Tacky C (supergravity/soft) in the back. I think it's great when it's new but it wears fast. It tracks decent when it's new but when it's been worn down a bit the back skids all over the place. Put on a DHR2 in the back and you notice a significant difference, it's razor sharp in holding the line. I would not put the Tacky up front on a gravity-focused bike.
It's weird. My Tacky Chan on the ebike looks totally toasted after like 300 miles but when riding in dry conditions I would not be able to tell you the tire looks as toasted as it does. Maybe that's an artifact of having just more tire on the ground with radial? I'm going to just let it keep going until it's feeling matches it's looks.
I'm on my third Tacky C (supergravity/soft) in the back. I think it's great when it's new but it wears fast. It tracks decent when it's...
I'm on my third Tacky C (supergravity/soft) in the back. I think it's great when it's new but it wears fast. It tracks decent when it's new but when it's been worn down a bit the back skids all over the place. Put on a DHR2 in the back and you notice a significant difference, it's razor sharp in holding the line. I would not put the Tacky up front on a gravity-focused bike.
Had a spare trail tacky Chan US. Been running on the front of my trail bike, like it. Decided to put it on the enduro bike. Rode some wet greasy, rocky, rooty trail yesterday and miraculously lived.
@fox was spot on in his assessment. It needs to lean, brakes well in a straight line and works for me.
I'm on my third Tacky C (supergravity/soft) in the back. I think it's great when it's new but it wears fast. It tracks decent when it's...
I'm on my third Tacky C (supergravity/soft) in the back. I think it's great when it's new but it wears fast. It tracks decent when it's new but when it's been worn down a bit the back skids all over the place. Put on a DHR2 in the back and you notice a significant difference, it's razor sharp in holding the line. I would not put the Tacky up front on a gravity-focused bike.
I'm assuming you mean when the center knobs wear you have braking issues. the shoulders are huge - I would think they're still viable when you're...
I'm assuming you mean when the center knobs wear you have braking issues. the shoulders are huge - I would think they're still viable when you're ready to replace the tire due to braking traction?
I didn't mean under braking but it doesn't brake well either when worn. I just think it has a very vague feeling and loosing grip in rocky sections and gentler curvs where you don't lean anything. But also it becomes more obvious when putting on a different tire (in my cas the DHR2).
27.5 x 2.4 - 915g 27.5 x 2.6 - 955g 29 x 2.4 - 955g 29 x 2.6 - 1025g
Features: - Neutral-void tread pattern for all-around trail versatility - Fast-rolling design with predictable handling characteristics - Large, broad-based knobs for enhanced braking and cornering traction - Dual-layer compound technology balances grip, speed, and durability - Durable Trail Casing for protection and trail-ready confidence - Optimized 62mm casing and tread width for modern trail and all-mountain riding - Long-lasting tread design built for high-mileage adventures - Compatible with trail and e-MTB applications - $84.95
27.5 x 2.4 - 915g 27.5 x 2.6 - 955g 29 x 2.4 - 955g 29 x 2.6 - 1025g
Features: - Neutral-void tread pattern for all-around trail versatility - Fast-rolling design with predictable handling characteristics - Large, broad-based knobs for enhanced braking and cornering traction - Dual-layer compound technology balances grip, speed, and durability - Durable Trail Casing for protection and trail-ready confidence - Optimized 62mm casing and tread width for modern trail and all-mountain riding - Long-lasting tread design built for high-mileage adventures - Compatible with trail and e-MTB applications - $84.95
Looks great, kinda like a Dissector 2 / Specialized Eliminator / Forecaster
I preferred the Tacky Chan in most scenarios other than really soft conditions where the MM can really dig in. I trust the TC side knobs more and the center tread is bulked up quite a bit from the standard TC.
that's a super helpful comparison. I loved the DHF to the point of not understanding, or really liking, the Assegai when I first rode one. on leaf cover over the cooler months, I am using an Albert, but I'll probably go Tacky Chan in the late spring.
Yeah by the description above I feel I’m not the one for the tacky, with side nobs pointing that far out and my complete dislike for the dhf I can’t see myself liking this one either
I'm on my third Tacky C (supergravity/soft) in the back. I think it's great when it's new but it wears fast. It tracks decent when it's new but when it's been worn down a bit the back skids all over the place. Put on a DHR2 in the back and you notice a significant difference, it's razor sharp in holding the line. I would not put the Tacky up front on a gravity-focused bike.
I'm assuming you mean when the center knobs wear you have braking issues. the shoulders are huge - I would think they're still viable when you're ready to replace the tire due to braking traction?
It's weird. My Tacky Chan on the ebike looks totally toasted after like 300 miles but when riding in dry conditions I would not be able to tell you the tire looks as toasted as it does. Maybe that's an artifact of having just more tire on the ground with radial? I'm going to just let it keep going until it's feeling matches it's looks.
Had a spare trail tacky Chan US. Been running on the front of my trail bike, like it. Decided to put it on the enduro bike. Rode some wet greasy, rocky, rooty trail yesterday and miraculously lived.
@fox was spot on in his assessment. It needs to lean, brakes well in a straight line and works for me.
I didn't mean under braking but it doesn't brake well either when worn. I just think it has a very vague feeling and loosing grip in rocky sections and gentler curvs where you don't lean anything. But also it becomes more obvious when putting on a different tire (in my cas the DHR2).
New Ripper trail tire from Kenda - https://shop.kendatire.com/collections/trail/products/ripper-mountain-bike-trail-tires-for-aggressive-riding?variant=55558394544419
2.4" and 2.6"
27.5 x 2.4 - 915g
27.5 x 2.6 - 955g
29 x 2.4 - 955g
29 x 2.6 - 1025g
Features:
- Neutral-void tread pattern for all-around trail versatility
- Fast-rolling design with predictable handling characteristics
- Large, broad-based knobs for enhanced braking and cornering traction
- Dual-layer compound technology balances grip, speed, and durability
- Durable Trail Casing for protection and trail-ready confidence
- Optimized 62mm casing and tread width for modern trail and all-mountain riding
- Long-lasting tread design built for high-mileage adventures
- Compatible with trail and e-MTB applications
- $84.95
Looks great, kinda like a Dissector 2 / Specialized Eliminator / Forecaster
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