Continental Xynotal Tire

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Terrific Choice For Faster Speeds
Rating:
The Good
Quiet and easy to pedal. Grip is predictable. Sidewall graphics are cool.
The Bad
Objectively less grip than an ultra-sticky Maxxis with max-grip compound. Ride is harder so you should tune your suspension to be softer.
Overall Review:

I bought a Devinci Spartan HP that came with a Maxxis Assegai and DHR with the heavy duty sidewall and maxx-grip compound. Pedaling that bike on flat ground was a workout. Where I live, we do not have the terrain that justify such a thick heavy-duty tire. I was finding myself unable to carry enough speed through many trails simply because the Maxxis tires are so dang sticky. Wanting to go faster, I researched about 30 different enduro tires and decided the Xynotal for the rear, and Kryptotal F for the front. I made the right choice. These tires roll faster, they're more quiet, and to my surprise are right in line with how I like to ride: the grip is so predictable, you will never wash out because you can feel what is going on all the time. It's like the tire speaks to you. I felt the Maxxis tires to have unbeatable grip, until they don't; I was never able to predict with the Maxxis tires would decide to let go and wash out. For the Xynotal rear, I have no issues climbing, dry or wet, cornering is FUN because, again, the grip is linear and predictable. You can drift if you so desire. Since they are not as squishy a Maxxis maxx-grip tire, the ride quality suffered UNTIL I retuned my suspension to work with the tires. I have high-expectations of these tires, as I've done several miles on pavement and dozens on the trails and the little hairs on the rubber still have not fallen off, and the tires still smell new! As a bonus, these also look sick with the textured sidewall and gold graphics. I do recommend this (these tires) tire if you desire to carry more speed while having a fun time going around corners. 

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Best trail rear tire
Rating:
The Good
Rolls fast! I am a Maxxis guy. I have tried Specialized, Schwalbe, and Kenda tires, only to put a Maxxis Aggressor, DHR2, or Dissector back on the rear wheel. Not this time. The Xynotal rear tire rolls faster than the aforementioned Maxxis tires and grips better. The better traction may be as a result of the Xynotal being new, so time will tell.
The Bad
The Xynotal weighs about 100 to 150 grams more than the Maxxis tires I have used, but the Conty feels faster. Now for the really bad. I had a very hard time mounting the tire. Once mounted, I had a very tough time seating the tire. So I then attempted to use a tube, but unseating the Xynotal was even tougher than mounting. In the process of dislodging the bead, I wrecked the rim tape. So I had to re-tape the rim. Finally, using a tube, seating one side of the bead, and borrowing a neighbor's air compressor finally did the trick.
Overall Review:

Until something better and possibly lighter comes along, the Xynotal is my favorite rear tire.  After my Herculean effort to mount the Xynotal, it is not coming off any time soon.

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Specifications

Product
Continental Xynotal Tire
Riding Type
Downhill
Enduro / All-Mountain
Freeride / Bike Park
Trail
Wheel Size
27.5" (650b)
29"
Tire Width
2.4 inches
Tubeless Compatible
Tubeless-Ready
Bead
Foldable Aramid Bead
Durometer
SuperSoft Compound
  • The softest and grippiest compound in the MTB Gravity range
  • Ideal for Downhill and Enduro use cases where the main focus is descending
  • Tires equipped with this compound are for riders with a 100% focus on grip, traction, and control
Soft Compound
  • High level of grip with a reasonable rolling resistance
  • Ideal for gravity-focused Enduro or Trail riding
  • An option for optimizing the rolling properties of your rear wheel on the DH bike
Endurance Compound
  • High durability in combination with good rolling resistance and grip
  • Compound of choice for trail riding or as an endurance focused compound for e-bikes
Sidewall
Downhill Casing – Durable and reinforced carcass construction with supple and vivid characteristics
  • 6 layers of carcass material under the tread for robustness and puncture protection
  • 4 layers of carcass material for suppleness and adaptivity
  • Apex for increased snake-bite robustness and support
  • Cross-woven chafer textile protects the tire and rim area
Enduro Casing – Durable single-ply carcass construction with reinforcement, balances weight and robustness
  • 3 layers of carcass material under the tread for robustness and puncture protection
  • 2 layers of carcass material for suppleness and adaptivity
  • Apex for increased snake-bite robustness and support
  • Cross-woven fabric to prevent cuts and slashes
Trail Casing – Durable single-ply carcass construction, tailored for trail use cases
  • 3 layers of carcass material under the tread for robustness and puncture protection
  • 2 layers of carcass material for suppleness and adaptivity
  • Cross-woven fabric to prevent cuts and slashes
Weight
29" x 2.4" / Endurance / Trail: 2 lb 4.7 oz (1,040 g)
29" x 2.4" / Soft / Enduro: 2 lb 7.7 oz (1,125 g)
29" x 2.4" / SuperSoft / Downhill: 2 lb 13.5 oz (1,290 g)
29" x 2.4" / Soft / Downhill: 2 lb 13.5 oz (1,290 g)
Miscellaneous
  • For hardpack and rocky surfaces.
  • Low rolling resistance and contact edges for improved traction and braking.
  • Angled in-line shoulder studs for predictable and indulgent transitions.
  • Pronounced positive profile with a large number of contact areas.
  • Pronounced ramps in the direction of rotation for easy rolling.
  • Handmade
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    $99.95
    Free shipping on orders over $50 (continental U.S. only).
    International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
    Free shipping on orders over $50 (continental U.S. only).
    International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
    $99.95
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