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Discover the Maxxis Assegai Downhill 29 x 2.50 tyre, a product born from the expertise of World Cup Champion Greg Minnaar. This tyre masterfully blends the best qualities of legendary Maxxis treads like the Minion DHR II, High Roller, and Shorty, delivering outstanding performance on a variety of terrains. Its tall knobs are designed to punch through dust and loam, offering exceptional traction, while also providing reliable support and confidence on wet roots and rocky trails.
Equipped with the innovative 3C MaxxGrip compound and a new downhill casing, the Assegai tyre excels in grip, durability, and cornering control. Its tubeless-ready design ensures reduced weight and enhanced reliability, perfect for riders who demand high performance on technical descents. Whether you're bombing through challenging trails or navigating tight corners, this tyre offers the stability and protection needed to push your limits.
Is the Maxxis Assegai suitable for tubeless setups?
Yes, this tyre is tubeless-ready, featuring a bead that securely locks to the rim and a sealant-compatible rubber compound for reliable performance and weight savings.
What terrain is this tyre best suited for?
The Assegai excels in loose, medium, and wet conditions, making it ideal for downhill riders tackling technical and variable trails.
How does the 3C MaxxGrip compound benefit the ride?
The 3C MaxxGrip compound uses soft rubber to maximize grip and slow rebound, providing unparalleled traction and control during aggressive downhill riding.
Can I use this tyre at lower pressures?
Yes, thanks to the new downhill casing, you can safely run pressures 2-3 psi lower than previous generations, resulting in better traction and improved ride feel without risking rim damage.
Explore more from Maxxis and complete your setup with compatible MTB tyres and wheels designed to enhance your downhill experience.
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(over festive periods some suppliers shut from 24th Dec-2nd Jan so orders can be delayed through this period.)
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White Glove Bike Delivery - our white glove option has your bike personally delivered to you by a fully trained Mechanic and Bike fitter - £99.99
(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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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.