🚴♂️Tire Picks by Race
Course-specific tire recommendations based on what I’ve tested and raced on. These picks are tailored for XC and endurance MTB events — dry, wet, loose, or rocky — with detailed notes on pressure, inserts, and front/rear combos.
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Maxxis Aspen vs Rekon Race – XC Tire Showdown
6/23/2025
Two of the fastest XC MTB tires go head to head. Which one rolls quicker? Which one grips harder? Here’s how they compare—and when to run each.
Grand Junction Rides & Vibes Tire Picks
5/4/2025
Let's dig in to tire choice for the Filthy 40 race at Grand Junction Rides & Vibes.
🚵 Firecracker 50 Tire Picks – Fast, Grippy Combos for this Breck Classic
7/1/2025
Tire picks for the 2025 Firecracker 50 in Breckenridge — based on real trail testing across Breck Epic stages and a full course pre-ride.
Tire Picks for Leadville Trail 100 MTB
5/30/2025
Tire recommendations for the Leadville 100 MTB race — based on high-altitude experience, low-pressure setup, and Silver Rush 50 testing.
🗻 Breck Epic Tire Picks – What to Run for 6 Stages of High-Alpine Racing
7/30/2025
Tire advice for the 2025 Breck Epic MTB Stage Race — with strategy, pressure notes, and setups that hold up when things get rowdy.
Pikes Peak Apex Tire Picks
5/20/2025
Race-tested tire choices and prep strategy for the 2025 Pikes Peak Apex XC stage race.