Maxxis Assegai 29 x 2.5 WT Tire - 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+, 60 TPI, Tubeless Ready, Folding, Black

This Maxxis Assegai 29 x 2.5 WT combines 3C MaxxGrip rubber, EXO+ protection and a 60 TPI casing. It is black, folding and tubeless ready, with manufacturer part number TB00308100. The key reason to choose this version is traction, particularly as a front tire on an aggressive trail bike.

Read the sidewall details, not just Assegai

3C MaxxGrip is Maxxis' grip-focused compound for finding traction on awkward roots, rocks and loose corners. The closely supported transition between center and shoulder knobs gives the Assegai its predictable feel as you lean the bike. You pay for that grip with more rolling drag and typically faster wear than a firmer compound, so a MaxxGrip Assegai at both ends is a deliberate choice, not the fastest setup for every ride.

EXO+ is the trail casing here. It adds protection without the heft of Maxxis' DoubleDown or Downhill casings. Riders who regularly damage rear tires on sharp rocks or ride hard bike-park laps should compare those heavier options. A tire name shared with a downhill race tire does not make every version the same construction.

Wide Trail fit and tubeless setup

The WT tread profile is intended for rims around 30-35mm internal width. Confirm rim compatibility and clearance for the 29 x 2.5 size before ordering. Maxxis lists this exact current part as 63-622 and 60 TPI. Tubeless setup requires compatible rim tape, valves and sealant; tire pressure should suit the rider and terrain and remain within the lower of the tire and rim limits.

Watch our Assegai review

Our Assegai review and video explain the tread's grip-focused character. They discuss earlier Assegai versions, including a heavier downhill casing. Use the specifications below for this EXO+ tire, and compare other MTB tires if rolling speed or extra casing support is the bigger priority.

• 29 x 2.5 Wide Trail profile with 3C MaxxGrip compound
• EXO+ trail casing, 60 TPI, folding bead
• Tubeless Ready (TR); especially suited to a grip-focused front-tire setup