This is my 2nd one. I use 'em up front. My 1st one on my old 26er this one on my 27.5. Running them tubeless (Orange Seal) with low air pressure. They grip better than anything I've ever tried before. Heavier than others, but I'll take that for the confident cornering and overall handling. Super puncture resistant. Too aggressive for XC racing, excellent for everything else. Handles roots, rocks, hard pack, loose and pretty much everything with ease. Sorry, I got to go riding now. Happy trails!
Solid all around XC tires Im trying on my gravel bike. Sure, I feel a little held back while riding to the trails but once I'm off road on rutty SoCal fire roads I feel confident, cushy, and plenty fast. They set up easily on hookless rims, too.