The original Forekaster was designed as a wet weather option for XC, while the new version is aimed squarely at modern short travel trail bikes – aka the ''downcountry'' segment. Intended to be a ''Goldilocks'' tire, the new Forekaster rolls faster than a Minion or even the Dissector but provides more predictable cornering, climbing, and braking traction than the Aspen or Rekon.

• EXO sidewall protection
• Tubeless Ready (TR)
• Category: XC, Trail
• Recommended use: All trail conditions
• Recommended installation: Front or Rear

TECHNOLOGIES

EXO

• EXO is a cut- and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls of many Maxxis mountain bike and gravel tires. This densely woven fabric is lightweight and highly flexible, ensuring that the performance of the tire remains unaffected. Choose EXO Protection for enhanced durability for gravel, XC, and light-duty trail riding.

TUBELESS READY

Tubeless ready tires provide the rider with many benefits: the ability to run lower air pressures, which improves traction; lower rolling resistance when compared to a tube-type tire; and less chance of flatting because there is no tube. Tubeless ready tires are denoted by the letters ''TR'' on the sidewall.

• Tubeless ready tires must be mounted to tubeless compatible rims and require the use of a liquid sealant to maintain pressure. Liquid sealants have the added benefit of sealing small punctures. Be sure to check your sealant regularly and refresh as needed as it will dry out over time.

3C MAXXTERRA

• Maxxis’ 3C MaxxTerra is an intermediate triple compound configuration used across mountain tire line. The 3C MaxxTerra compound offers more traction than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet provides better treadwear and less rolling resistance than MaxxGrip, which makes it ideal for trail riding in all conditions.