What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"I've run the Assegai EXO up front for aggressive trail and enduro days, and it's one of the most confidence-inspiring tires I've used. The EXO casing holds up to sharp rocks without feeling dead, and the 3C MaxxTerra rolls well for daily riding. When I want ultimate braking and cornering bite for bike park laps or wet days, I switch to the 3C MaxxGrip-it's noticeably tackier and more planted."When the trail turns steep and blown out, we lean into the Assegai EXO Tubeless Ready Tire from Maxxis and let it find grip where other tires start to drift. It holds a steady line through loose-over-hardpack, wet roots, and late-braking compressions, giving us the confidence to stay off the brakes and trust the front end. The EXO casing adds reinforced sidewall protection for aggressive trail and enduro riding without the weight penalty of a full downhill build. Tubeless Ready construction lets us drop pressure for better traction and fewer pinch flats, while 3C compound options fine-tune ride feel. 3C MaxxTerra balances rolling speed and traction for everyday trail performance, and 3C MaxxGrip delivers maximum cornering and braking control when conditions demand absolute stickiness.