Maxxis Forekaster Folding Tubeless Tyre 60 TPI with MaxxTerra EXO+ Protection

The Maxxis Forekaster 29 x 2.40 60 TPI Folding MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Tyre is expertly crafted for modern trail riders who demand a perfect balance between speed and grip. Designed specifically for short travel trail bikes within the downcountry segment (100mm-130mm travel), this tyre excels in a variety of trail conditions. Its densely packed tread pattern optimizes rolling efficiency, allowing you to maintain momentum on fast sections, while the taller side knobs provide confident cornering and reliable braking performance. Raised ridges on the casing assist in mud clearing, ensuring consistent traction even in wet or muddy terrain.

Built with the next generation 3C MaxxTerra compound, this tyre delivers a remarkable combination of durability and traction without sacrificing rolling efficiency. Tested and refined in the lab, the new MaxxTerra compound offers a 30% increase in durability and a 15% boost in traction, giving you more laps and longer-lasting performance on the trail. Complementing this is the advanced EXO+ puncture protection system, which merges the resilience of SilkShield and EXO layers to significantly enhance sidewall durability and reduce the risk of flats, making it ideal for challenging trail conditions.

As a tubeless ready tyre, the Forekaster allows riders to run lower air pressures for improved grip and reduced rolling resistance, while minimizing flat risks thanks to the absence of an inner tube. Its folding bead design makes installation straightforward and convenient. With a maximum PSI of 50 and a robust 60 TPI casing, this tyre is engineered to handle the rigors of aggressive trail riding while maintaining comfort and control.

Explore the full range of Maxxis MTB Components and Wheels & Tyres to complement your ride, or consider pairing the Forekaster with other Maxxis innovations for a fully optimized trail bike setup.

What It’s Good For

• Providing a balanced performance for modern short travel trail bikes (100mm-130mm travel)
• Maintaining fast rolling speeds with efficient tread design
• Delivering excellent cornering and braking traction across diverse trail surfaces
• Offering enhanced puncture protection and sidewall durability with EXO+ technology
• Allowing tubeless setup benefits such as lower air pressure and reduced flat risk
• Clearing mud effectively thanks to raised ridges on the casing

What It’s NOT Good For

• Long-travel downhill bikes requiring more aggressive tread patterns
• Riders seeking a tyre optimized solely for dry, hardpack conditions without wet traction emphasis
• Use with liquid sealants in tyre types other than Tubeless Road, Tubular, or Tubeless Ready (to avoid warranty issues)
• Heavy riders or extreme trail abuse beyond the reinforcement limits of 60 TPI casing

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Maxxis Forekaster suitable for tubeless setups?
Yes, this tyre is tubeless ready, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of lower rolling resistance, improved traction, and reduced puncture risk by running without an inner tube.

What makes the EXO+ protection better than standard EXO?
EXO+ combines the SilkShield layer bead-to-bead with EXO sidewall protection, improving tread puncture resistance by 27%, sidewall durability by 51%, and reducing pinch flat risk by 28%, ensuring greater resilience on rough trails.

Can this tyre handle muddy and wet conditions?
Absolutely. The Forekaster's tread design, including taller side knobs and raised casing ridges, is specifically engineered to provide reliable grip and mud clearing in wet trail environments.

What does the 3C MaxxTerra compound offer?
The new 3C MaxxTerra compound delivers enhanced durability and traction—30% and 15% improvements respectively—without compromising rolling speed, making it ideal for trail riders seeking longevity and performance.