What tires are you running this winter?

[vman]

Winter is coming. For summer/fall we have been running the almost boring but solid combo of a Maxxis Assegai 2.5 and DHR2 DD in Maxterra. Live in Norcal - so we have lots of clay in the mud, once winter rolls around we stay away from any of the steep stuff ie. 25% or over pitches and stick mostly to easy less than 20% grade single track or fireroads. Winter routes require some time on the road. Note - winter for me does not include any snow or ice so really looking for something that works in rain and mud.

Looking for a good winter setup, don't care about the brand or how light it is - sidewalls need to be up to dealing with a 200 lb rider on heavy enduro bike. Some thoughts in order of traction first and rolling speed second. Welcome any thoughts or feedback.

1. WTB Verdict 2.4 front and Judge 2.4rear
2. Maxxis HighRoller III 2.4 front and DHR II 2.4 Rear DD
3. DHR 2 front Exo + and DHR II DD rear in a 2.4
4. DHR2 front Exo + and Forekaster 2.4 Exo + with an insert (only comes in EXo +).
5. Vitorria Mexcal front and rear in 2.35 - this is what Vitorria recommends, realize it will be fast on the road but just looking at the time looks like once you hit wet dirt its going to turn into a slick pretty soon --- but maybe it clears well.

We are leaning towards trying a DHR II upfront and a Forekaster rear as it seems to have a fair amount of grip and should provide a material amount less rolling resistance tht the first 3 idea.

 

[irie]

Where are you finding a 2.5 High Roller 3?

Worn out and long gone after winter, might have been 2.4 don't remember.