Butcher Grid Trail 2Bliss Ready T9 - Bike Parts
Butcher Grid Trail 2Bliss Ready T9 - Bike Parts
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The lowest price for Specialized Butcher Grid Trail Soil Searching 2Bliss Ready Gripton T9 27. 5" Tyre Measure 27.5x2.60 right now is $39.99.
Prices last updated 29 Nov 2025.
Specialized Butcher Grid Trail Soil Searching 2Bliss Ready Gripton T9 27. 5" Tyre Measure 27.5x2.60
Butcher Grid Trail 2Bliss Ready T9 - Bike Parts
Butcher Grid Trail 2Bliss Ready T9 - Bike Parts
Last updated at 29/11/2025 16:46:57
originally posted on specialized.com
My new favorite tire! The grip is amazing, the color scheme is dope and makes me proud to purchase this Soil Searching line knowing that money will go to Trail Building! I wish they had this tire with a DH casing though. But still, it’s a great tire!
originally posted on specialized.com
I currently run the 2.3 version as a front tire. It measures slightly wider than advertised, which is fine. The grip on this tire is incredible. The nobs bite really well, and the T9 compound molds to rocks and roots nicely. Sidewall protection is pretty nice too. I would definitely buy this tire again.
originally posted on jensonusa.com
They have very good cornering traction and overall grip. The only thing that caused 4 stars instead of 5, is the difficulty of installation. I was an exclusive Maxxis tire user and you can install them with your bare hands. These Butcher tires are so stiff that I broke the plastic tire levers I had. I ended up needing to use the metal tire levers that I had for my dirt bike tires.
My new favorite tire! The grip is amazing, the color scheme is dope and makes me proud to purchase this Soil Searching line knowing that money will go to Trail Building! I wish they had this tire with a DH casing though. But still, it’s a great tire!
I currently run the 2.3 version as a front tire. It measures slightly wider than advertised, which is fine. The grip on this tire is incredible. The nobs bite really well, and the T9 compound molds to rocks and roots nicely. Sidewall protection is pretty nice too. I would definitely buy this tire again.
They have very good cornering traction and overall grip. The only thing that caused 4 stars instead of 5, is the difficulty of installation. I was an exclusive Maxxis tire user and you can install them with your bare hands. These Butcher tires are so stiff that I broke the plastic tire levers I had. I ended up needing to use the metal tire levers that I had for my dirt bike tires.
Grip and performance of this tire is wonderful, I've been riding butchers for a couple years and typically don't have any issues. However this year I have had two of these tires back to back fail with under 30 miles on one and ~100 mi on the other. Both had a side knob tear off the right side well before their useful life. One of them still has the tire mold seams still showing.
The Soil Search Series is a must have for any rider looking for best look and value. The T7/T9 rubber compounds add a nice overall grip no matter where you ride, having the soft nine at the front while in a downpour is nothing but confident & inspiring to ride off camber. Sticky Ikcy!
I Purchased purchased butcher grid tires, and they’re out a valance had to take them off immediately and I tried to return them and they said no return. I’m really unhappy and I’d like to get either a refund or exchange or some thing I can’t use them they’re brand new and they’re just junk and I’ve had butcher grits before and they were fine. I don’t know what the deal is with these gum, wall side colored tires maybe that’s it maybe it was just a when they were making them I don’t know anyway, I buy tires from y’all constantly and I’ve never had a bit of a problem. You never heard any grief for me at all but I’d really like to get a refund or exchange on these tires
I love trying new tires and it's been a long time since I last rode a Specialized tire. Over the last year I have ridden tires from Maxxis, Vittoria, WTB, and Continental, so I can compare these to several of the best tire offerings on the market.I mounted these tires to We Are One Union wheels using a high volume hand pump and they were the easiest tires I've ever mounted. Some of the ease of mounting might be due to the rim design but the tire also plays a part.I was curious how these tires would stack up to my favorite tire combinations; Maxxis DHF WT EXO/MaxxGrip front, DHRII WT EXO/MaxxTerra rear (arguably the industry standard), and WTB Vigilante Light HighGrip front, WTB Trail Boss FastRolling rear (my personal favorite combo). After hitting the dirt, I ... MoreI love trying new tires and it's been a long time since I last rode a Specialized tire. Over the last year I have ridden tires from Maxxis, Vittoria, WTB, and Continental, so I can compare these to several of the best tire offerings on the market.I mounted these tires to We Are One Union wheels using a high volume hand pump and they were the easiest tires I've ever mounted. Some of the ease of mounting might be due to the rim design but the tire also plays a part.I was curious how these tires would stack up to my favorite tire combinations; Maxxis DHF WT EXO/MaxxGrip front, DHRII WT EXO/MaxxTerra rear (arguably the industry standard), and WTB Vigilante Light HighGrip front, WTB Trail Boss FastRolling rear (my personal favorite combo). After hitting the dirt, I can say I was very pleased with how this tire handles as a front tire. This tire rolls well considering how aggressive the tread is, and cornering grip is top notch and on par with the DHF. The new T9 rubber compound is super grippy and offers tons of traction in a variety of conditions ranging from loose of hard, rocky terrain, and wet rocks. We don't have a ton of wet roots near where I ride so I can't speak to their ability in those conditions.Taking into consideration the price of these tires they are likely to find their way on my bike time and time again. Compared to the competition, these tires are significantly more affordable and offer equivalent amounts of performance. If you're tired of paying nearly $100 for a quality tire then look no further, these tires are the best bang for your buck.Oh, and it's awesome that Specialized offers these in the Soil Searching tanwall option which donates money to trail building organizations.
I usually ride the tires that come on my bike until they need replaced. I ride the same tires year round. It works for me.When my Maxxis tires wore out I looked for a replacement of similar type. I saw the BUTCHER tires on sale for 39.99 which is a steep discount. The reviews were overall good so I put them on with my Cush Core and I am really pleased after 6ish rides.
Great front tire at a reasonable price. I know, I know, "the Specialized team sharpies over their Maxxis tires!" So what? They get fresh tires put on for free every lap. I have to pay for tires, and I am never going to be a pro. These tires mount up easy (one tire lever, no sweating and swearing), and I've always been able to get the beads to seat with just a floor pump. Good balance of traction vs. wear vs. weight: I've ridden these everywhere from long pedal days in Tucson to lift-served laps at Whistler with no inserts and no rim strikes at 28 PSI. If the price stays at 1/2 for a comparable Maxxis I'll stick with these for a while to come!
The Butcher is a great tire - but it comes at some costs. I opted to run the Butcher as Front [2.6] and rear [2.3] in the Trail Grid, T9. The grip is OUTSTANDING and so is the durability. The T9 rubber is DAMP and really does give that glued to the trail sensation. I felt very comfortable riding very loose terrain - from loam to loose sandy trails. If you're bike is dialed for traction, and you want to get more, get the Butcher. The Trail Grid casing allowed for me to run very low tire pressures without insets, tire roll or rim damage [I am 220# setup to ride].The costs of such a gripper - rolling resistance is DRASTICALLY noticeable, even on the down. Both on the up and the down, these tires have a noticeable drag compared to tires of similar design from other ... MoreThe Butcher is a great tire - but it comes at some costs. I opted to run the Butcher as Front [2.6] and rear [2.3] in the Trail Grid, T9. The grip is OUTSTANDING and so is the durability. The T9 rubber is DAMP and really does give that glued to the trail sensation. I felt very comfortable riding very loose terrain - from loam to loose sandy trails. If you're bike is dialed for traction, and you want to get more, get the Butcher. The Trail Grid casing allowed for me to run very low tire pressures without insets, tire roll or rim damage [I am 220# setup to ride].The costs of such a gripper - rolling resistance is DRASTICALLY noticeable, even on the down. Both on the up and the down, these tires have a noticeable drag compared to tires of similar design from other manufacturers. The rubber is also VERY damping, and adding to the slowed roll, my bike characteristics drastically changed. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, but if your bike or your style of riding is pop off everything, roll fast and don't look back... adding this tire(s) might require some adjustment to suspension setup and your riding style.Overall, the tires were awesome for the grip and ride sensation of glued to the trail. I ran these on my Norco Optic for a winter ride tire that would keep me planted to the wet PNW dirt, rocks and roots. It did exactly that, but tire and bike combo in my preference wasn't a good fit as I couldn't get the bike to ride how i like with such a damp rubber. Next winter I will opt for a 2.3 Butcher T9 [maybe T7] in the front and Butcher T7 in the rear to see I can achieve a better balance between grip, rolling resistance, and a more lively bike.
