Maxxis Minion DHF Exo TR 29" Folding Tyre - Black
For aggressive trail and all-mountain riders adopting the wider is better philosophy to their rims and tires, the Maxxis Minion DHF Wide Trail 3C/EXO/TR 29in Tire provides unparalleled cornering grip and precise control without adding excessive low rolling resistance on long climbs. It's equally adept as a front or rear tire, seeing it's using a 3C Maxx Terra compound that's softer and more grippy than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet offers better treadwear and less rolling resistance than the ultra-soft and tacky 3C MaxxGrip. Not only that, but EXO sidewall protection gives it robust reinforcement from slits and punctures as you smash into sharp rocks at high speeds. Seeing it uses the newest Wide Trail casing from Maxxis, this particular version of the Minion DHF is suited for those riders using wider rims with an internal width of 30 to 35 millimeters. This Wide Trail Casing pairs with the wider internal width of modern mountain bike rims, which are seemingly getting wider every year, seeing the numerous benefits in tire support and traction afforded by a wider set of hoops. By pairing this 2. 5-inch tire with a 30 to 35-millimeter wide rim, you'll find it lays down a proper footprint on the trail and doesn't squirm while cornering hard, even when you're running it at a lower pressure to gain benefits in traction and compliance.
For aggressive trail and all-mountain riders adopting the wider is better philosophy to their rims and tires, the Maxxis Minion DHF Wide Trail 3C/EXO/TR 29in Tire provides unparalleled cornering grip and precise control without adding excessive low rolling resistance on long climbs. It's equally adept as a front or rear tire, seeing it's using a 3C Maxx Terra compound that's softer and more grippy than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet offers better treadwear and less rolling resistance than the ultra-soft and tacky 3C MaxxGrip. Not only that, but EXO sidewall protection gives it robust reinforcement from slits and punctures as you smash into sharp rocks at high speeds. Seeing it uses the newest Wide Trail casing from Maxxis, this particular version of the Minion DHF is suited for those riders using wider rims with an internal width of 30 to 35 millimeters. This Wide Trail Casing pairs with the wider internal width of modern mountain bike rims, which are seemingly getting wider every year, seeing the numerous benefits in tire support and traction afforded by a wider set of hoops. By pairing this 2. 5-inch tire with a 30 to 35-millimeter wide rim, you'll find it lays down a proper footprint on the trail and doesn't squirm while cornering hard, even when you're running it at a lower pressure to gain benefits in traction and compliance.
Last updated at 24/06/2026 08:54:07
Maxxis - Minion DHF Dual Compound Tubeless Folding MTB Tire | Grippy and Fast for All Mountain Bike Trails | EXO Puncture Protection, 24, 26, 27.5, 29
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Maxxis Minion DHF Folding 24" Tyre 2.4"
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Maxxis Minion DHF MaxxTerra Folding MTB Tyre 3C EXO TR 27.5 x 2.50
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originally posted on maxxis.com
The tire I installed seems to be defective. What I thought was a pinch flat was actually the sidewall separating from the bead. There was no apparent impact in the area of the split, just fraying at the bead. The tire never really ran true. This being the first time running a 2.6, I played it off as more deviation in the production of a wider tire. However, a 2.6 on a 27.5 felt sloppy in aggressive turns. I like MAXXIS in general and swapped for a 2.5 DD ASSEGAI. The stiffer sidewall of the DD AAEGAI provides much better feedback. I've had better luck running the MINION DHR II 2.4 in the back.
originally posted on jensonusa.com
Weight vs grip. As a trail rider, I got a DHR to run in the rear as I wanted more bite on cornering but also less rolling resistance than a DHR. These tires deliver the bite I was looking for. Granted, they are heavier than the 2.4 Ardent I was running. I went 2.3 vs. wider to save a little weight. I do not regret that decision. Been riding for 28 yrs and my cornering has been improving with a dropper post, technique to accompany, and good grip on the tires.
originally posted on REI
I'm a trail/XC rider and always opted for lighter faster rolling tires with their smaller closely spaced knobs, which have been good riding in damp woods. However, I've been riding a lot of very dry 'loose over hard' lately and losing the front end so figured I'd get something much more aggressive with big widely spaced knobs, like the well respected Minion DHF. It definitely does dig in better, and I don't notice the weight or increased rolling resistance in any consequential way. When I go back to riding in damp woods with slippery rocks, roots and moist soil, I'll very likely go back to my previous tires, but for what I'm doing now, these are better than I expected. BTW, Maxxis measures tire width across the knobs. Bike tire pneumatic performance is determined by ... MoreI'm a trail/XC rider and always opted for lighter faster rolling tires with their smaller closely spaced knobs, which have been good riding in damp woods. However, I've been riding a lot of very dry 'loose over hard' lately and losing the front end so figured I'd get something much more aggressive with big widely spaced knobs, like the well respected Minion DHF. It definitely does dig in better, and I don't notice the weight or increased rolling resistance in any consequential way. When I go back to riding in damp woods with slippery rocks, roots and moist soil, I'll very likely go back to my previous tires, but for what I'm doing now, these are better than I expected. BTW, Maxxis measures tire width across the knobs. Bike tire pneumatic performance is determined by the width of its carcass. The carcass of this nominally 2.5" width tire measures 2.3" on a my 30mm inner width rim.
| Bike Type | Mountain Bike |
| Length | 11 inches |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Outer Material | Rubber |
| Sport | Cycling |
Maxxis - Minion DHF Dual Compound Tubeless Folding MTB Tire | Grippy and Fast for All Mountain Bike Trails | EXO Puncture Protection, 24, 26, 27.5, 29
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Maxxis Minion DHF Folding 24" Tyre 2.4"
Delivery between 26 June – 1 July $9.90
Maxxis Minion DHF 24x2.40 Folding Tyre 60tpi
Delivery between 29 June – 2 July $10
Maxxis Minion DHF Exo Tubeless Ready WT 29" tyre Measure 29x2.50 Colour Black
Delivery between Thu – Fri $40.90
Maxxis Minion Dhf 24x2.40 Folding Tyre 60tpi
Delivery $10
The tire I installed seems to be defective. What I thought was a pinch flat was actually the sidewall separating from the bead. There was no apparent impact in the area of the split, just fraying at the bead. The tire never really ran true. This being the first time running a 2.6, I played it off as more deviation in the production of a wider tire. However, a 2.6 on a 27.5 felt sloppy in aggressive turns. I like MAXXIS in general and swapped for a 2.5 DD ASSEGAI. The stiffer sidewall of the DD AAEGAI provides much better feedback. I've had better luck running the MINION DHR II 2.4 in the back.
Weight vs grip. As a trail rider, I got a DHR to run in the rear as I wanted more bite on cornering but also less rolling resistance than a DHR. These tires deliver the bite I was looking for. Granted, they are heavier than the 2.4 Ardent I was running. I went 2.3 vs. wider to save a little weight. I do not regret that decision. Been riding for 28 yrs and my cornering has been improving with a dropper post, technique to accompany, and good grip on the tires.
I'm a trail/XC rider and always opted for lighter faster rolling tires with their smaller closely spaced knobs, which have been good riding in damp woods. However, I've been riding a lot of very dry 'loose over hard' lately and losing the front end so figured I'd get something much more aggressive with big widely spaced knobs, like the well respected Minion DHF. It definitely does dig in better, and I don't notice the weight or increased rolling resistance in any consequential way. When I go back to riding in damp woods with slippery rocks, roots and moist soil, I'll very likely go back to my previous tires, but for what I'm doing now, these are better than I expected. BTW, Maxxis measures tire width across the knobs. Bike tire pneumatic performance is determined by ... MoreI'm a trail/XC rider and always opted for lighter faster rolling tires with their smaller closely spaced knobs, which have been good riding in damp woods. However, I've been riding a lot of very dry 'loose over hard' lately and losing the front end so figured I'd get something much more aggressive with big widely spaced knobs, like the well respected Minion DHF. It definitely does dig in better, and I don't notice the weight or increased rolling resistance in any consequential way. When I go back to riding in damp woods with slippery rocks, roots and moist soil, I'll very likely go back to my previous tires, but for what I'm doing now, these are better than I expected. BTW, Maxxis measures tire width across the knobs. Bike tire pneumatic performance is determined by the width of its carcass. The carcass of this nominally 2.5" width tire measures 2.3" on a my 30mm inner width rim.
Bought this to go on the front of my Surly Karate Monkey. The 27.5x3.0 dirt wizards are pretty aggressive, heavy, and have a lot of rolling resistance. I've only found one trail where I thought they preformed well and it was a sloppy day. Went with the 2.8 dhf to reduce weight and rolling resistance without sacrificing grip up front and wow was I impressed. I was railing turn much faster and more leaned over than ever before. The dirt wizards didn't have much in the way of transition knobs giving them a vague feel when leaning in the corner which didn't inspire much confidence. Out back I paired it with the 2.8 rekon. I am very happy with the combo on a trail hardtail. Highly recommend this combo for its mix of grip and low rolling resistance. My only complaint is ... MoreBought this to go on the front of my Surly Karate Monkey. The 27.5x3.0 dirt wizards are pretty aggressive, heavy, and have a lot of rolling resistance. I've only found one trail where I thought they preformed well and it was a sloppy day. Went with the 2.8 dhf to reduce weight and rolling resistance without sacrificing grip up front and wow was I impressed. I was railing turn much faster and more leaned over than ever before. The dirt wizards didn't have much in the way of transition knobs giving them a vague feel when leaning in the corner which didn't inspire much confidence. Out back I paired it with the 2.8 rekon. I am very happy with the combo on a trail hardtail. Highly recommend this combo for its mix of grip and low rolling resistance. My only complaint is that it doesn't measure out to a true 2.8. On my 34 ID rims they measure out to only about 2.6 but after some reading the undersize tires seems to be common across most maxxis tires.
I actually do not like the DHF for a front tire since installing it the beginning of 2021 riding season.I remember reading that in order to really gain the benefits of this tire is leaning the bike far enough to engage the outside row of knobbies. Maybe I do not lean enough; but I find the front tire slipping when cornering in any kind of dusty terrain and ended up on the ground twice last year because the tire slipped out. I am considering an Assegai or Reckon or Aspen so eliminate that gap between the knob rows.I welcome feedback because I am fully aware that half the world loves this tire. I am 5' 10", 205 pounds (but not fat), run 25-26 psi in the front and 26-28 psi on the rear DHR II tire. Tires are 2.75 x 2.4. The trails I ride are fast, smooth, hardpack ... MoreI actually do not like the DHF for a front tire since installing it the beginning of 2021 riding season.I remember reading that in order to really gain the benefits of this tire is leaning the bike far enough to engage the outside row of knobbies. Maybe I do not lean enough; but I find the front tire slipping when cornering in any kind of dusty terrain and ended up on the ground twice last year because the tire slipped out. I am considering an Assegai or Reckon or Aspen so eliminate that gap between the knob rows.I welcome feedback because I am fully aware that half the world loves this tire. I am 5' 10", 205 pounds (but not fat), run 25-26 psi in the front and 26-28 psi on the rear DHR II tire. Tires are 2.75 x 2.4. The trails I ride are fast, smooth, hardpack generally, with a little dust.
The grip of the DHF is undisputed, so I'm not even going to address that here.If you're ordering the 29 x 2.5 dual compound tire, know that while the tire is foldable, the casing is the DH casing, which means it is HEAVY. Two 60 TPI plies. That fact is not clear on EVO's webpage at all, but that is not unique to EVO. I've seen other sellers doing the same.I have it mounted on a 29mm inner width rim and at it's widest, it measures out as a 2.5 from knob to knob. The carcass measures around 58mm at a normal riding pressure. You can get the carcass to measure 63mm by pumping it up to the max pressure of 50 psi. It might stretch out a bit if you leave it there for 48 hours. Based on my (somewhat limited) experience with Maxxis, narrower than advertised is fairly ... MoreThe grip of the DHF is undisputed, so I'm not even going to address that here.If you're ordering the 29 x 2.5 dual compound tire, know that while the tire is foldable, the casing is the DH casing, which means it is HEAVY. Two 60 TPI plies. That fact is not clear on EVO's webpage at all, but that is not unique to EVO. I've seen other sellers doing the same.I have it mounted on a 29mm inner width rim and at it's widest, it measures out as a 2.5 from knob to knob. The carcass measures around 58mm at a normal riding pressure. You can get the carcass to measure 63mm by pumping it up to the max pressure of 50 psi. It might stretch out a bit if you leave it there for 48 hours. Based on my (somewhat limited) experience with Maxxis, narrower than advertised is fairly typical for them.At any rate, being dual compound with a DH casing, this is a tire that I'll be living with for quite a while. One of the pros is that it is nearly indestructible, so I can feel free to slam into most anything.The DHF is one of those tires that comes in so many configurations that most anyone can find one that will put them in their happy place. Just know what you're ordering.
In an effort to give the most honest review of these tires that I can it would probably be best to rundown the events leading to the installation of these Maxxis Minion DHF tires. The bike originally came equipped with WTB Trail Boss 29 x 2.6 tires which were incredibly heavy and I found that I had an incredibly difficult time riding the bike. I tend to lean towards narrower tires. I purchased a set of CST Jack Rabbit 29 x 2.1 tires which immediately brought the bike to life and suited my riding style very well. We purchased these Maxxis Minion DHF tires for another bike and that is how I inherited them. With that said I installed the Maxxis tires on my bike and in my opinion it was a step backwards. These tires for me fall somewhere in between the WTB’s and CST’s. ... MoreIn an effort to give the most honest review of these tires that I can it would probably be best to rundown the events leading to the installation of these Maxxis Minion DHF tires. The bike originally came equipped with WTB Trail Boss 29 x 2.6 tires which were incredibly heavy and I found that I had an incredibly difficult time riding the bike. I tend to lean towards narrower tires. I purchased a set of CST Jack Rabbit 29 x 2.1 tires which immediately brought the bike to life and suited my riding style very well. We purchased these Maxxis Minion DHF tires for another bike and that is how I inherited them. With that said I installed the Maxxis tires on my bike and in my opinion it was a step backwards. These tires for me fall somewhere in between the WTB’s and CST’s. They do have a lot of grip, maybe too much for me. I also felt every single thing on the trail and these tires reacted to it which for me made for an unstable ride. Although these are good tires and somewhat pricey I gave them 3 stars because the bottom line is the quality of the ride right? These tires may very well be what the doctor ordered for other riders. If they were the only tires I had I would continue to use them. However given the choice the CST’s are the better option for me. I’ll keep the Maxxis Minions for spares.
With so many tyres available I knew I wanted a Maxxis , but which one ? Having had Ikon on during the summer now I needed more grip ! Rear already had DHR 2.40 so was looking for something similar.A review I saw really helped that said about the 2.50 being made was still not as wide as some other brands due to the casing or the way they make it (🤷♂️) so it would fit no problem and sure enough no issue. Easy to seat on the wheel too.Cheapest I could find on the internet with delivery!
This is not actually a 2.35 as advertised but a 2.3.I bought this for the front and a DHR II for the back which was also advertised as a 2.35 and is also a 2.3.Too early to give a fair review but they seem incredibly well made. I do find while riding on the road to get to the trail, I cant free wheel as much as with my old tyres and have to continuously pedal.I can feel my legs working harder with these tyres.May be because my old tyre tread was pretty low so was like riding slicks.These have made the bike heavier but this is the trade off to minimise the risk of puncture's.Saying that I didn't get a puncture in my old Mavics but they only lasted 6 months.Experimenting with pressures at moment and 25 front and back seems to work for me. Might stick tad ... MoreThis is not actually a 2.35 as advertised but a 2.3.I bought this for the front and a DHR II for the back which was also advertised as a 2.35 and is also a 2.3.Too early to give a fair review but they seem incredibly well made. I do find while riding on the road to get to the trail, I cant free wheel as much as with my old tyres and have to continuously pedal.I can feel my legs working harder with these tyres.May be because my old tyre tread was pretty low so was like riding slicks.These have made the bike heavier but this is the trade off to minimise the risk of puncture's.Saying that I didn't get a puncture in my old Mavics but they only lasted 6 months.Experimenting with pressures at moment and 25 front and back seems to work for me. Might stick tad more in back.I think if riding was on tarmac a fair amount, then these would be too hard work unless you wanted the extra resistance for fitness, especially if cycling long distance.On the trail they seem to just soak up the tree roots, grass, gravel, flint, chalk etc but whether there is an alternative which would do the same with less drag and less weight, I am not sure.Don't seem to notice the drag on the trail but usually cycle slower on the trail than road.They look and feel like they will last a long time but next time I will probably go for something with less drag and less weight.Getting the back tyre on my Crossmax rim was near impossible and would not fancy taking tyre off while out on bike.I think if you want a thick heavy tyre with great grip which is unlikely to puncture and are happy with the weight and drag on the road then these could be a good choice.If you want a tyre with less drag, lighter but maybe need to sacrifice grip and puncture resistance then maybe something else might be better. These are my initial thought but will keep them until bald.
I have been mtbing for nearly twenty years. I've ridden a host of different brands of tires. I don't know if it was the way my front suspension was set up or perhaps other reasons. But for dry, loose Arizona single track, the was the worst performing front tire I've ever used. Had two nasty washout crashes when cornering at high speed. I swapped the DHR II for the front and put the DHF on the back--a noticeable improvement. I found the best setup for my bike and the Arizona conditions I ride is a DHR II in the rear and a Rekon or a Forekaster in the front. But I notice that so many reviewers speak highly of this tire, so please take this review with a grain of salt.
| Bike Type | Mountain Bike |
| Length | 11 inches |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Outer Material | Rubber |
| Sport | Cycling |
For aggressive trail and all-mountain riders adopting the wider is better philosophy to their rims and tires, the Maxxis Minion DHF Wide Trail 3C/EXO/TR 29in Tire provides unparalleled cornering grip and precise control without adding excessive low rolling resistance on long climbs. It's equally adept as a front or rear tire, seeing it's using a 3C Maxx Terra compound that's softer and more grippy than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet offers better treadwear and less rolling resistance than the ultra-soft and tacky 3C MaxxGrip. Not only that, but EXO sidewall protection gives it robust reinforcement from slits and punctures as you smash into sharp rocks at high speeds. Seeing it uses the newest Wide Trail casing from Maxxis, this particular version of the Minion DHF is suited for those riders using wider rims with an internal width of 30 to 35 millimeters. This Wide Trail Casing pairs with the wider internal width of modern mountain bike rims, which are seemingly getting wider every year, seeing the numerous benefits in tire support and traction afforded by a wider set of hoops. By pairing this 2. 5-inch tire with a 30 to 35-millimeter wide rim, you'll find it lays down a proper footprint on the trail and doesn't squirm while cornering hard, even when you're running it at a lower pressure to gain benefits in traction and compliance.
For aggressive trail and all-mountain riders adopting the wider is better philosophy to their rims and tires, the Maxxis Minion DHF Wide Trail 3C/EXO/TR 29in Tire provides unparalleled cornering grip and precise control without adding excessive low rolling resistance on long climbs. It's equally adept as a front or rear tire, seeing it's using a 3C Maxx Terra compound that's softer and more grippy than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet offers better treadwear and less rolling resistance than the ultra-soft and tacky 3C MaxxGrip. Not only that, but EXO sidewall protection gives it robust reinforcement from slits and punctures as you smash into sharp rocks at high speeds. Seeing it uses the newest Wide Trail casing from Maxxis, this particular version of the Minion DHF is suited for those riders using wider rims with an internal width of 30 to 35 millimeters. This Wide Trail Casing pairs with the wider internal width of modern mountain bike rims, which are seemingly getting wider every year, seeing the numerous benefits in tire support and traction afforded by a wider set of hoops. By pairing this 2. 5-inch tire with a 30 to 35-millimeter wide rim, you'll find it lays down a proper footprint on the trail and doesn't squirm while cornering hard, even when you're running it at a lower pressure to gain benefits in traction and compliance.
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