Maxxis Forekaster 27. 5" MTB Tire The Goldilocks trail tire. The Maxxis Forekaster is purpose-built for modern short-travel trail bikes in the 100-130mm downcountry category. It sits squarely in the middle of the Maxxis mountain lineup - rolling faster than a Minion DHF or Dissector, while delivering more predictable cornering, climbing, and braking traction than the Aspen or Rekon. Available in Dual compound with EXO protection for dry, hard conditions, and 3C Maxx Terra in EXO or EXO+ for mixed terrain and heavier-duty trail riding. Tubeless Ready across all variants. Recommended for front or rear installation. Features Tread designed for downcountry and short-travel trail bikes - faster rolling than enduro-focused tires, more grip and predictability than XC race tires Dual compound optionoptimized for dry, hard conditions with a harder center tread for speed and softer side knobs for cornering grip3C Maxx Terra compound optiontriple compound configuration with more traction than Maxx Speed and less rolling resistance than Maxx Grip; ideal for trail riding in all conditions EXO sidewall protectioncut and abrasion-resistant material for general trail use without added weight EXO+ sidewall protection medium-duty puncture protection with an added butyl bead insert for pinch flat resistance and rim protection; suited for heavier-duty trail use Tubeless Ready (TR) across all variants Recommended for front or rear use SPECIFICATIONSSize27. 5x2. 40ETRTO61-584TPI60Bead Folding Compound Options Dual, or 3C Maxx Terra Technology Options EXO, EXO+, 3C Maxx Terra Tubeless Compatible Yes - Tubeless Ready (TR)Recommended Use Front or Rear Intended Use XC, Trail, Downcountry | Maxxis | Forekaster 27. 5" Tire 27. 5X2. 40 3C Maxxterra, Exo+, 60Tpi