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The Maxxis Ardent Race tyre is expertly designed for riders tackling technical cross-country race courses and endurance events. Its medium-height tread pattern perfectly balances the aggressive grip needed for challenging trails with the efficiency required for speed. Positioned between the XC-focused Ikon and the trail-oriented Ardent, the Ardent Race offers a versatile option for riders seeking a fast, reliable tyre that excels in varied conditions.
Featuring ramped center knobs to minimize rolling resistance, this tyre ensures smooth and efficient rides while maintaining excellent traction. The angled and stepped side knobs provide confident cornering grip, allowing you to maintain control on loose or hard-packed terrain. Built with Maxxis’s 3C MaxxSpeed Compound and reinforced with EXO puncture protection, the Ardent Race delivers durability without sacrificing performance.
Optimized for tubeless setups, the Ardent Race enhances your riding experience by enabling lower tire pressures for improved traction and reduced risk of flats. Its folding bead and 120 TPI casing contribute to a lightweight yet robust construction, weighing in at just 720g. Whether you’re pushing through a demanding XC race or embarking on an epic trail adventure, this tyre offers the perfect combination of speed, grip, and resilience.
Is the Maxxis Ardent Race suitable for tubeless setups?
Yes, this tyre is tubeless ready, allowing riders to benefit from lower air pressures, improved traction, and decreased risk of punctures when used with liquid sealants.
What kind of terrain is the Ardent Race best suited for?
The tyre performs best on loose, hard, and medium terrains, making it ideal for technical XC courses as well as mixed trail conditions.
Stock Status Instock - Instore - Item Usually shipped or available for shop collection, within 48 hours (Mon-Fri)
Instock - Supplier Warehouse - Item is held in Suppliers Warehouse, Depending on the the supplier transfer time can vary from 24 Hours to 14 Days for item held in European warehouse.
(over festive periods some suppliers shut from 24th Dec-2nd Jan so orders can be delayed through this period.)
Brands held in European website include Trek, Bontrager, Electra, Wahoo, Rapha. For up-to-date transfer times please call customer services on +44 (0)1782 768622
Most out products are shipped by FedEx, providing unprecedented reliability and speed. Lightweight Spares below £25.00 value have a Royal Mail postage option, which is sent via Tracked 48 service. - £2.99
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(Certain bikes will only have this option such as Cargo Bikes)
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In some cases, we may ship items out with another courier, depending on the status and availability of items ordered. (Customers will not be charged more and will be refunded any unused postage cost) If part of an order is cancelled and the total drops below the £50.00 free postage, a postage charge may be taken.
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If you have any questions about delivery charges, times or none delivery please do not hesitate to get in touch by email:store@swinnertoncycles.co.uk or by telephone on +44 (0)1782 768622. Handling is normally 48 hours, but at busy periods this may be extended but we will endeavor to process your order within 5 working days. Please bear in mind in some cases orders can take longer to process, please contact us for more details.
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.

