I'm done with Maxxis tires!! Continental is the new King of MTB!!

My preferred setup is:
Front: Kyrptotal FR Enduro / Soft
Rear: Xynotal Trail / Endurance

[@donaldmorrill1636]

Drinking Corona and calling it beer does not inspire me to believe your tire choices are any better, but that’s just my thought process🤣

[@dustinbjohnson]

hey bro… at least it’s not a white claw 🤷‍♂️🤣

[@TRAILBREZN89]

Best comment in youtube! Greetings from Bavaria:)

[@denisrogers4358]

@@dustinbjohnsonZima ftw Ha !

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@denisrogers4358 dude zima! Hahaha I forgot about those 😂

[@akatgif]

Your insult shows your....

[@Monkeyseemonkey79]

Dustin's talkin' tires again. Hell yeah, I'm in.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Let’s gooooo 🍻

[@bthomas518]

@@dustinbjohnson Hell yeah! Picking up a set of Conti's this weekend even though I have a brand new set of Schwalbe Super Trail casing Wicked Will Addix SpeedGrip rear/Tacky Chan Addix Soft front that I haven't even mounted up yet.

[@alexrobles6492]

Great video. Always good to hear someone else’s opinion. 👍

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks Alex!! I appreciate that man 🍻

[@nigelhagley8942]

Good to hear your views! Thanks!!! I tried them on my friends bike and felt they were so heavy and draggy, wasnt sure if they were the super soft. Running maxxis forekasters Fand R on my SB140 29ner. Wet roots and rocks, mainly slow techy trails.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks dude!! I do want to try the super soft. My buddy in Cali runs them and he fines them less draggy then assegai MG/ dissector MT combo. But i will hopefully try them soon 🤞

[@akatgif]

Valuable information and detailed insights thank you very much.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks dude! 🍻

[@danielperelman4765]

Great review as always dustin. You and mtb telly are the best tire reviewers on youtube 100% And after this review I really want to try the conti's.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks dude!! I love Telly, he’s my go-to for tire talk videos. I really hope he gets a video up on these tires.

[@TristWallace]

This has been eye opening. Checked out their website and I am liking what I see.

[@justsayin3600]

I've been a customer of many different Maxxis tire models. Maxxis is good, and I've used them for great ridiing. I swapped to Continental because I've been hearing good things about them. I will say Kryptotal Enduro casing, even the Trail casing is the best tire I've ever used. Really durable. Really fast rolling, and the lugs on the side for cornering holds really well. The transition from mide tire to side lugs isn't seamless but when you transition to side ot gives you confidence.

[@dustinbjohnson]

I completely agree with everything you said!! 💯

[@mrvwbug4423]

How is the transition to the side knobs compared to say the DHF "dead spot"? Obviously the Assegai is seamless which is one of its biggest selling points and in my personal experience the Vittoria Mazza also transitions to its side knobs seamlessly. There's no reason for a "dead spot" tire anymore

[@anthonymarotta1238]

I agree with you 100%. These tires are lively. Have grip great sidewall protection. And Yet the rolling speed is amazing. Your pressure can be lowered For different terrain like roots. Other obstacles because of the side wall strength. I weigh a 150 pounds. I wish there was a test on these tires. Showing different air pressures On different terrain VS rolling speed. I'm 71 so I look for anything I can get. By the way, I love your passion.

[@Mugtree]

Love your tyre reviews, simply the best. I run Magic Mark soft front and Wicked Will blue rear. Love this set up always use them especially here in the UK mud. But been interested in Continental and your review has defiantly sparked my interest. Getting a new bike in the summer so lets see what I get

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thank you! 🙏 that’s a very good combo!

[@Mugtree]

@@dustinbjohnson thank you. It works really well for me

[@michaelgoodwin593]

You've inspired me to give these a proper look at again. Have a few of the Kryptotal Enduro Soft (F/R) sat about. I ended up using Kryptotal rears on front and back as they are similar to my favourite DHR2 front/Rear setup.

[@JT-MTB]

Which casings and compounds?

[@michaelgoodwin593]

@@JT-MTB enduro soft

[@coryhill8446]

I run rears fr and re also, the 2.6" re on the front and a 2.4re on rear. Wish the would make a fr bigger than 2.4 for the front

[@JT-MTB]

@@coryhill8446 I also thought it is odd they made a 2.6 rear and not a 2.6 front. Seems like they’d do the opposite of they were going to leave one out.

[@dustinbjohnson]

I did give the krypto Rear a try on the front and I dig like it. But was also the endurance compound so wasn’t in love. I’m sure the enduro soft is much better!

[@curtisgoodwin8962]

Love the colour of your SCOR- I’m on a 4060Z LT and just took of the stock Maxxis for Kryptotal F/R - the stock Assegai is shit on a 50lb e-bike. Tried every psi imaginable and it can’t hold a line on any trail conditions. Worst thing is the chunking of all Center tread blocks. Excited to try the Contis! Great video btw

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks dude!! Scor is the most underrated brand in MTB! Their bikes are insane!! I think you’ll love the contis especially for e-bike. They will be perfect 🍻

[@dingoel2465]

I have Vittoria on my Trek Rail now.. but i will be trying the conti's next because of this review! Also i just emailed Conti asking them to send you some tyres in the future.. I feel you deserve it ;-)

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yes!!! Thank you!! 🙏 I’d love if continental reached out to me 🙌🍻

[@sprungmass]

Glad you are finally converted. Continental unveiled they will finally be making softer compounds in lighter casings. The super soft version of this is unreal! Currently running Argotal SS/Kryptotal S on my DH/freeride wheelset and Krypto S/ Xynotal S for AM/Enduro. The Argotal is the most impressive tire I've ever tried for loose mountain jank.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks dude! Yeah, it took me a minute to fully convert. But now I don’t think I could ever go back to maxxis. I’m absolutely in love with these tires. My buddy said the same thing about the argotal SS. I’m going to try that as well.

[@MillerRL96]

Any date on when it’s happening. I’ve heard this for a few months but seen nothing. I’ll give continental another try when that happens.

[@sprungmass]

@@MillerRL96 They were just showing them at Sea Otter this year but no EAN on the website just yet.

[@joelankeny6277]

If it wouldn’t have been for the ridiculous sale on Maxxis tires a few months ago (which may be why you can’t sell your DHR) I was just about to pull the trigger on Continentals. Given how spot on your Maxxis Dissector/Agressor recommendation was in an old video I’m stoked to try them when put on my next set!

[@dustinbjohnson]

Dude no wonder this thing isn’t selling!! Funny enough someone came it snagged them all this morning! 🙌 I appreciate the words man!! I really like these contis! Just so much fun to ride them

[@wildman9364]

oh man Dustin! looks like I got to check out Continental tires Cheers

[@dustinbjohnson]

I’m not sayin …. I’m just sayin…! 😂😂🙌

[@BlueGoose29]

cool review, I've been curious about the Conti's

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks man!! If you get a chance to try them I definitely would. I absolutely love these tires

[@marksandoval5361]

My favorite tire combo, which I use on my Stumpy Evo, is the 2.6 Maxxis Rekon front and 2.4 Rekon rear, both in 60tpi Dual Compound EXO/TR. Rolls very fast. Predictable traction. Consistent cornering. I've tried Dissectors, Rekon Races, Minions, Ikons. These give me the perfect mix of traction, rolling resistance, and weight.

[@roddas26]

Try some Conti's

[@mrvwbug4423]

You used "consistent cornering" and Rekon in the same sentence? Assuming XC bike? I demoed a bike with Rekons on both ends and I would NEVER put a Rekon on the front of a bike, on the back sure, but it doesn't have enough corner knob for a front. Forekaster would probably be a good front to run with a Rekon out back.

[@marksandoval5361]

@@mrvwbug4423 A 2.4 Rekon, 2.4 Forecaster, 2.4 Dissector, none make a good front tire but they all make good rear tires. The 2.6 Rekon, 2.6 Forekaster, 2.6 Dissector, all make good front tires but I would not recommend them as rear tires. The 2.4 Minion DHR makes a good front or rear tire. The 2.6 Minion DHR, I wouldn't use front or rear. Changing the width of a tire just that little bit, totally changes the way a tire performs.

[@stephenbetley9596]

Still a Schwalbe fan for MTB main tyres but also run a set of gravel specific tyres on narrower rims on the hardtail. For these I run Continental. Crossking II front, Raceking II rear. Both 2.0. The v2 are tubeless compatible. Excellent casing, very grippy. Most gravel riders are going to 45-48mm. These on a hardtail run pretty much the same.

[@applicablerobot]

Tried the magic mary big Betty combo last year on a demo Transition - running them on my bike now. Way better with keeping me upright than maxis or the specialized tires

[@dustinbjohnson]

I’ve ran the old continental xking and mountain king. They feel nothing like these new gravity line of tire.

[@AK-ContentCreatIon]

For my ebike I got a 27.5 argotal Conti at the back. A 27.5 Assegai front for bike park. a 29 schwalbe smart sam plus front wheel for hardpack doubletrack gravel stuff. road to work. a 29 front wheel Argotal for muddy days, a 29 front whell nobby nic as a reserve (from my all mtn analog bike) Like Conti too....

[@azonicds]

You're a great salesman 😂 Will try them next time.

[@dustinbjohnson]

let’s hope I get a job at continental from this video 😂😂🤞

[@IvanPrskalo]

You should be Continental ambassador for US. ​@@dustinbjohnson

[@nickjones5728]

Ya dude the new Contis rule! I run Kryptotal f/r super soft/soft on my levo and they grip and roll so damn good! Also run same setup as you on my regular bike and I can’t believe how well they roll and grip they inspire confidence and I no longer worry about my tires

[@dustinbjohnson]

Dude right!

[@charlesycoker]

I have been a tire junkie since the mid 90s. Owned a custom high end shop as well in the early 2000s. I have ridden danmned everything applicable for rocky technical terrain. I am digging these same tires as well. Can't wait to get up to Angel Fire for some downhill action next month on them.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yes!! 🙌 love hearing for other tire junkies. Just something about these tires that are addicting.. I got confirmation that a trail/soft and enduro/supersoft coming soon. Stoked for those

[@charlesycoker]

@@dustinbjohnson sweet

[@JulianKent]

I run the same combo for about a year now, soft kryptotal in front and endurance xynotal in the rear. It has the grip for enduro and almost as fast as an XC combo. And that endurance tyre still looks like new. For really wet and muddy days I have an argotal/xynotal combo in soft, I'd go with super soft if I could get that in a lighter casing though. And yeah, no more maxxis for me either.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yes! 🙌 these tires are so addicting. It’s crazy how fast they are yet have so much grip. Kind of doesn’t seem possible. I love them

[@mattfritzz]

Hey Dustin, Continental said at Sea Otter that they are going to release the Kyrptotal FR in trail casing / soft compound starting Q3 2024. Hopefully this change will be reflected with the rest of their lineup going forward. The Xynotal is my favorite rear tire for trail riding.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Oh hell yeah!! I hope to see the enduro super soft follow 🙌 xynotal is so good right?!

[@2Philthy]

That's funny and interesting. I was on Kryptotal F and R for a few months (back tire blew out), Michelin Wild Enduro for 3 months (side knobs shredded off and Victoria Mazza and Martello for maybe 2 months (3 flats/punctures). Loved them all for the triangle reason, BUT. Back to Maxxis DHF OR Assagai EXO Front and Agressor DD Rear for me. Ran that combo for an entire year (2K miles) and no issues just wore out from so much riding. I'm done caring about "heavy tires". Fixing flats and having issues on the trail is so annoying and frustrating than carrying a few extra grams around. Its always the back tire for me that blows out from hits, but im sure everyones riding style and terrain they ride plays into factor also. I do 2 xc rides amd 2 enduro a week. Maybe 3-4 Bike Park days year and just have one bike for it all (hoping that'll change soon and get an xc bike for long mile days).

[@Star_lord22]

Great review! Currently running kryptotal enduro soft f/r and agree with you're entire review. My only gripe is kryptotal f doesn't come in 2.5. I still think assegai is king for a front tire. Fyi kryptotal trail soft is coming out soon!

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks dude! I can’t wait to get my hands on the trail soft! 🙌

[@BikeandSkiGeoff]

Have Argotal on front and Kryptotal on rear of my Firebird. Do quite enjoy them (especially for bombing down Sweet Connie) and also found that I had to run 18-20 psi in front for best traction and rolling performance combined (when I normally ride 22-24 psi on my Assegai, DHF, or Butcher front tires).

[@dustinbjohnson]

I do want to try the Argotal. That tire looks badass!

[@illgazillion]

I run the Kryptotal Front Super Soft downhill casing, Rear Soft downhill casing. I absolutely love the grip even when wet. Almost everyone I ride with uses them.

[@dustinbjohnson]

They definitely seem to be making a big impact and seem to be really giving maxxis a run for their money!

[@mrvwbug4423]

Main thing I've heard is the Conti DH casings are so hard to get on and off that you might as well get a new set of wheels haha. I've also heard that DH casing SS/S combo is the way to go.

[@ChristopherBloom]

This is the same combo that I'm going with. Tires arrive this week and I'm preparing for how hard it will be to get them beaded lol

[@aurimasjablonskas1623]

Xynotal 29x2.4 Enduro - 1250g. It has good rolling resistance, works great in dry conditions, but it lacks of predictability if things get wet, especially if track is filled with leaves, needles and other forest stuff.

[@LaurentiusTriarius]

Same weight as a Michelin dh34...

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yeah probably wouldn’t be my choice for wet conditions. I live in the super dry climate

[@justinfournier1285]

Yeah it’s really bad in the wet and in particular when climbing. Heavy as well. Dry hard pack it would probably be awesome.

[@illgazillion]

I’ve have them on since launch. I still have almost full tread. Last super long. I ride a lot too.

[@dustinbjohnson]

The wear on these tires is truly impressive!

[@_3.time_]

Couldn’t agree more with your review. These Conti’s definitely run better if they’re a bit softer. The DH casing can feel a bit “wooden” and it takes some time getting used to, messing around with psi etc. My next combo will be Kryptotal Front (DH casing) on the rear, and Argotal (DH casing) on the front.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks dude!! This summer I want to try argotal SS front and krypto Re soft rear. Think that would be a sick setup too

[@_3.time_]

@@dustinbjohnson Ahh for sure dude, let us know how you get on 👊🔥

[@Gnougatt]

Really looking forward to them releasing the trail casing tires in soft compound that they previewed at Sea Otter to try them and see if I prefer a Krpyo/Xyno over my current DHR2/Dissector combo in EXO 3CMT.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Oh sick. Good to hear that tire was out at sea otter! No enduro super soft though?

[@Gnougatt]

@@dustinbjohnson Not sure! Only saw the trail/soft combo on an IG story

[@mellissanash7517]

I love my Continental Cross Kings 27.5x2.6 on rigid atb. It's so fun and fast for xc while not a pitb on connecting paved roads. Been singing the praises for a year now and see what these alt gravelist are talking about their xc tires. Durable and fast.

[@gaddobronx6740]

Hey Bud, great review. I've been hearing raves about these Continental tires. I guess I'm just sick of hearing everyone (including you) that Maxxis are the best. I'm a Schwalbe fan tho, but like hearing about different brands. I've also heard Michelin Tires are making noise too. Good review man.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks dude! I agree the new Michelins look really good

[@_3.time_]

100% mate. I used to ride a hardtail a couple years back and Maxxis tyres were not an option. Either punctures all the time, or sidewall slashes. Switched to Conti and have used the same tyres now for over a year and not even one puncture or burp.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Love to hear it man!!

[@Casitascrawlers]

Oh you crack me up I remember the day I tried other tires that was the same day I realize I’m only using Maxxas. 😂

[@mrvwbug4423]

Same, I've not tried the Contis yet, but have tried other tires and the only thing that has touched the Assegai up front was the Vittoria Mazza. Magic Marys are a wet conditions tire, they're squirmy on dry conditions, Butchers ... lol.

[@Casitascrawlers]

@@mrvwbug4423 I tried though what I experienced was other tires not being reliable or had a squirm or just plain didn’t grip I remember I found a set of tires that I had heard were very good & I loved the traction & grip but i ride very rocky trails & I was getting flats or burbs on the uphill & I’d flat almost everytime going downhill. I’ve just never found anything better all the way around then Maxxas & they are expensive but I feel like when you pushing your limits that’s your life on the line mountain biking can be gnarly & the terrain unforgiving. Real life stuff.

[@Formula1875]

I have a DHF 2 in the rear 2.4 and a Krypto 2.6 up front on my 100mm travel and it’s is so dang smooth! And I’m saving a little here and there for that xynotal, I bet it’s going to feel amazing. Riding hard packed mixed with loose stuff. That front has not let me down at all. I feel the same way about maxxis in terms of how everyone just has those. Conti is a head turner.

[@aussiebg2628]

Great to get your long term usage feedback for these tyres. Can you please remind me the wheel size and travel for that bike as well as the type of trail surface you usually ride?

[@dustinbjohnson]

Hey Ben! I’m on a scor 4060 , 29er 140/150 travel. Here in Idaho it’s loose, sandy and hard pack conditions

[@aussiebg2628]

I'm about to upgrade my 27.5 150mm F/140mm R all mountain bike. Currently it's a DHF 3C Maxterra 2.5 F/Dissector DC 2.4 R. After watching your earlier videos I was thinking DHR2 F/Forekaster V2 R (both 2.4). However I'm in eastern Australia in Sydney, which means sandstone!! So there's usually a mix of large rocky platforms, loose sand over a rocky base or sand-based trails. I usually avoid riding wet trails as they get chewed up easily and don't cope like more loamy soils overseas. Availability of Continental in Aus might be limited but would you recommend the same sort of set up as your current choice? Also, have you looked at any of their XC tyres or would you still go with Maxxis for that discipline?

[@user-no7zy4qm1m]

I’m running both kryptotal front and rear and holy shit did it change my bikes feel COMPLETELY. It’s Insane how much more grip these have compared to my maxxis or schwalbe. They also roll so much better than any other tires I’ve had in the same bike park sections. I think I’m going to be rocking continentals for good now

[@dustinbjohnson]

Hell yes!!! I’m glad I’m not the only one that thinks that! I’m so hooked on these tires. Continental hit a home run with these new line !

[@jokermtb]

I ride to my local trail on tarmac (5 mile round trip) and wear out rear tires faster than normal. Assegai maxx grip front/ dissector dual compound rear (rolling speed is noticeably less than fave dhr2). Soft front/hard rear. I’m sure I could sort a similar combo with a Conti, but as Colorado Cyclist selling Dissectors for $31, I just bought two to stock up…..

[@dustinbjohnson]

Oh wow, that’s a killer deal! I don’t blame you there

[@aledska]

I just switched from Assegai Maxxgrip front and DHR II maxxterra Rear to a conti setup. I'm running Kryptotal front enduro soft and a xynotal enduro soft in the rear. Only have like 3 rides on them but they definitely roll much faster than my last setup. Grip feels almost the same, I haven't noticed much of a difference yet. For anyone wondering, the enduro casing feels tougher/heavier than the EXO+ maxxis casing, and the soft compound feels a bit harder to the fingers than a maxxterra tire. The endurance compound is more similar to a maxxis dual compound tire. Also, how much do you weigh? 20-22 psi seems a bit low for my riding weight (165lbs). I usually run 23 front 26 rear with my maxxis (but I also run cushcore so idk if that makes a difference). Still running cushcore with the conti tires. Only downside is that the enduro casing was much more of a headache to mount with cushcore compared to my EXO+ casing maxxis. So far I'm impressed.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Couldn’t agree more man! The enduro is kind of a pain to install. If I ran CC I probably would have given up on installing them 😂 Rider weight 150lbs

[@Doubledragon0719]

Kryptotal FR Trail casing with the soft compound are coming to the public real soon, Revel has been shipping their new Rascals with it. not sure about an enduro super soft, but we can all hope lol

[@dustinbjohnson]

I saw that! Super rad that revel specing those tires!!

[@clint2627]

And you have kept that bike for a while. Must really like it

[@dustinbjohnson]

Dude I know right. Bike is amazing! I love my Scor

[@davidroberts4825]

I wanted to love the Continental tires but I slashed two tires with the Enduro casing on XC trails in the first four rides that EXO casing I've run for an entire year. The Continental were good for what they are and I was going to keep them but I didn't want to spend even more money in the hopes they wouldn't cut yet again. Maybe after the current setup burns out I'll try again

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@davidroberts4825 damn you cut the enduro casing? Man they seem super tough to me. Much tougher then my maxxis EXO or EXO + that I used to ride. I run trail out back and still no flats.

[@davidroberts4825]

@dustinbjohnson yeah it was crazy I've always run EXO front and EXO+ rear never cut a single tire. I put Trail casing front and enduro rear. Cut the rear on a tech trail so I assumed I was running to low of pressure at 24 psi (185lbs kitted) so went with another enduro and went to 26psi. Cut it two rides later on a fast XC down section just wide open over roots and light gravel.

[@mattmorrison9379]

Teravail honcho durable (not light and supple )is a great tire imo. Fast rolling with decent to good grip. The tires that clear mud well slow down the ride so much it takes the fun out of it imo

[@FireMic]

I’d swear the Kryptotal rear would have been slow, it was fast. The rubber is amazing. Grips, doesn’t rip knobs and doesn’t wear. Did Kryptotal front and rear. Trail on rear and soft enduro on front. Sticks! No punctures!

[@dustinbjohnson]

There’s definitely some magic in this rubber! 🪄

[@Fordtruck4sale]

You're going to get a flat eventually at those pressures and those casings imo. I hope you don't but you're taking the risk. With these tires with the weight difference, for tubeless, go for the DH casing when in doubt (unless of course you aren't doing much downhill). They are fantastic, the kryptos for me were a big upgrade.

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@Fordtruck4sale 1000 miles going now and no flats 🙌🤞 I don’t ride super aggressive. I rarely flat no matter what tire. With maxxis I flat once a year maybe on EXO

[@ogmr.c3714]

What's better EXO+ or DD? I'm just getting back into mountain biking after playing D1 soccer. My bike came with the Forecaster EXO and I still haven't gotten a flat with my beginner riding but I know once I progress/better my skills I'm going to be an aggressive rider. I've been looking for some new tires but I'm having a hard time deciding between the EXO+ or DD as my full suspension bike is a trail bike. I do ride my bike from my house to the trails (skyline park) here in Napa, CA since it's only like a 10 minute ride. My main concern is getting a blowout/flat on the way to the trails or while on the trails and having to walk the bike back. I'm leaning towards the DD just for the fact that it seems more "bulletproof". Thank you in advance 🍻🙏🏽🤘🏽

[@jackmcandle6955]

The tires ‘i currently cant take off are Schwalbe racing Rays on the front with the new racing Ralph out back, light and super fast 💨

[@thescandiflick]

Yoo Dustin , Great Videos man. I watched one of your old vids when you first bought the 4060 and now I just bought my 4060 ST frame and awaiting delivery! Im curious to know what Head angle setting are you currently riding Steep or Slack mode ? Cheers from Denmark !

[@DannyHuynh84]

dope tribal shirt!

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks dude! Been down with tribal for over 15 years!

[@StevenEliuk]

Couldn't agree more... Amazing. Maxxis needs to invest again, Conti has really won this round, they last longer, side knobs don't rip off, much better in the corners.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Dude yes! 🙌 I feel like maxxis has gotten complacent. Their knobs just fall apart after a weekend of aggressive lift riding. I think continental has nailed speed, grip, and wear.

[@tl924]

That Tribal and co shirt tho.. 👌👌👌

[@dustinbjohnson]

Tribal!!! 🍻🍻🍻

[@AOL0321]

I’m in between trying new Schwalbes and any other brand for my replacements on my new Epic EVO. The stock Ground Control T7’s ride soft and supple, but the grip sucks big time, scrubbing in corners and they are quite unpredictable too. I can’t wait to dump those tires!

[@juanhidalgo7043]

I have ridden continental tires for 18years on my road bikes. Hands down best tires! I concur. I only ridden Maxxis on my MTB. I was looking at the continental but I will wait until it is time to replace them.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yeah man! I’m 100% sold!! Won’t be going back to maxxis anytime soon

[@MillerRL96]

I was a continental lover! And then I rode them in the wet and realized that my XC Schwalbe tires felt better on a wet rock than a Continental Enduro/DH tire. If I didn’t ride in wet from time to time I might still have them. The most recent PB revel review also matched my review so I’m glad it’s not just me.

[@JulianKent]

I agree with the endurance compound, but even the soft has lots of grip, never mind the super soft. What compound were you running?

[@MillerRL96]

@@JulianKent I used endurance compound which was sorta marketed as exo competition but it’s more like dual compound. Last forever and lacks grip. If we see the lighter casing with soft compound then I’ll maybe give continental a try again but was very not impressed with endurance casing. If you are going to be a “gravity” line even your lightest tire shouldn’t be shit.

[@JulianKent]

@@MillerRL96 there are 2 things, the casing and the compound. Right now they are paired directly with trail and endurance, which I think is a bit dumb. Yes, the trail casing is like exo, maybe even exo+. But the compound for endurance is like the maxxis dual compound, except it lasts even longer. Hopefully in future they will give tyres with the trail casing and soft compound, for people who don't have so many sharp rocks but still need the grip. But in the mean time try the enduro/soft combination, it is way better in the wetthan the endurance.

[@denisrogers4358]

Understandably reviews are done with brand new rubber..however I’ve found Conti really wins big when you compare after miles have been logged. Maxxis side knobs chunk-off or detach from casing whereas Conti’s just wear “normally” DHF being the worst of all as stipped knobs decenergrate almost immediately. Liked and subbed broch !

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks dude!! I forgot to talk about that. It’s crazy how maxxis tires literally just fall apart. I can’t believe how well these tires wear for how much grip they have!

[@denisrogers4358]

@@dustinbjohnson Yup BTW Corona is better than no beer

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@denisrogers4358 I mean hey… if it’s good enough for Dominic Toretto… it’s good enough for me 🤣

[@johanwagreus283]

Ran Kryptotal Fr/Re trail endurance on my Fuel Ex, got 2 punctures on the Rear after like 18 miles.. . Might have been bad luck but I also think I destroyed the casing because I can´t get it to stop wobble afterwards. Liked them otherwise, switched to a Xynotal enduro soft in rear instead and I´m very happy so far Might switch for a Kryptotal enduro in front also. Dont feel draggy and even done some PBs with the Xynos (Doing trail, some enduro races and park days)

[@peggz223]

Maxxis Rekon for mild SoCal trail riding in dry/loose conditions work great

[@mrvwbug4423]

And the Conti Argotals would likely be great for gnarly loose/dusty SoCal conditions when you get onto the rowdy trails there.

[@peggz223]

@@mrvwbug4423 Oh I’m no enduro bro lol, I’m on a shorter travel trail bike, don’t want to sacrifice rolling resistance for increased grip on trails that my travel numbers would struggle on. Kryptotals with a trail casing would be a great choice

[@nicholashines7686]

If you live in the south like Texas or Florida somewhere with rolling terrain just stick with the endurance. I had this set up in the endurance casing trail compound and he’s right they literally felt like XE tires on the rolling speed side of things.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks homie! 🍻

[@ssmtb]

Great review, do you think a Hardtail would benefit from a Xynotal enduro soft rear (since it inherently has less traction)? Planning to run Kryptotal Re in enduro soft up front (I'm a DHR II guy), on my aggressive 140mm hardtail (I like it being as versatile as possible, since it's my only ride)

[@JOE-uq8oh]

RAD! I wanted to try them too, I hope one day you could try to new michelin ones, but Im afraid their weight will scare you haha... I also notice, you are using shimano brakes now instead of magura.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Was hoping no one would notice the brakes 🫣😂 I’ll update soon

[@johnfinelli6882]

Dustin , Have you ever tried the Maxxis Crossmark or Crossmark 2 ? They size on the narrow side of XC and I’m talking strictly for the rear out your way might work . Just thought I’d throw it down to you to look into 👍😎

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@johnfinelli6882 yeah I’ve spent some time on both of those cross marks. Not my cup of tea just too XC for me. I tend to prefer the dissector aggressor if I’m running maxxis. But I have switched to the Continentals. And they are a game changer. 👌

[@johnfinelli6882]

Yea , I’m seeing lots of great Reviews/tests on The Conti’s. Especially The Kryptotal Fr and Xynotal Rr in the compounds and casing combo ur running , I’m in inland northeast Connecticut totally different Terrain from yr hometown . I’m running Supertrail /Magic Marys Fr/Rr on my 2022 Nomad CC v5 . Great combo at 1135grms per tire with 2.6 width For the rocky and rooty terrain .The tires aren’t even broken in yet . Would love to see you do a live ride sometime on the contis Peace bro 😎

[@gnar_tar]

Swapped my Krypto / Xyno trail casing on my new set of wheels and now both have wobbles : ( bummed because they've been so good on the big rig (krypto FR/RE DH)

[@dustinbjohnson]

I’m hoping I don’t get any wobbles with these tires because I love them so much 🙏

[@86309]

Me too!

[@dustinbjohnson]

🙌🙌

[@claytonsmoothy314]

Continental are just rim protectors to roll you're new bike from the shop out to your car until you fit Maxxis

[@dustinbjohnson]

Been on maxxis for the last 8 years. And I’m fully converted to the new conti’s! They are unreal!

[@Trilogy2112]

Just ordered a set for my ride

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yessss 🙌

[@BrianAlfordDrummer72]

Looking forward to trying these out!

[@ragu4545]

Ha thats funny. I just gave away two Maxxis tires today. I held on to them thinking I was going to go back to them after trying out the Continental tires. But nope. The Continental's are staying on my bike.

[@kris8165]

2 Continental Race King tires have a wobble, while Maxxis Ardent are really good tires! I had few pairs of Maxxis tires,and I never had one single problem with them. Schwalbe? Same as Conti, unreliable and they puncture easily. My choice? Maxxis and Bontrager! Of course, I don't ride high end stuff,I can't afford that. Greetings from Croatia from Kris 😎

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yeah man those old race kings had wobble issues! These new tires from conti are far better 🙌🍻

[@kris8165]

@@dustinbjohnson I hope so 😅 Having 2 tires with exactly the same problems,not a good selling point for the brand! And we can't all afford that high end Black Chilly stuff 😌 Greetings from Kris 😎

[@parkinkevin]

Give Vittoria Mazza a try. They are awesome

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yeah dude! I did a video on the mazza/agarro , solid tires.

[@Yoda-em5mt]

Ah were have you been i have missed the tyre arguments i regularly think of you when out riding and sliding the front into corners and saying to myself its not a motocycle ha ha greetings from down under bro .

[@dustinbjohnson]

Hahah yes bro! 🙌🍻

[@danikamperman2487]

Can you do a long term review on the galfer rotors?

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yeah! Might be in a short but I will 🍻

[@danikamperman2487]

Thx!

[@CRFrider317]

What do you think rolls faster on the rear? Dissector MaxTerra Exo+ or Xynotal Soft Enduro?

[@yoondaman316]

Are the new Continental tires difficult to mount and seat tubeless? Thanks.

[@justgo4033]

I’ve tried a few maxxis tires and other than the Holly rollers on my dj bike , im not a fan . I swapped my dhr/dhf for the schwalbe magic Mary and big betty , better grip in every way.

[@dustinbjohnson]

I do like the magic Mary a lot

[@MrDavecore777]

Would you consider that you need the additional grip from the super soft compound? I still did not get any feedback from conti on possible release dates

[@michaelgoodwin593]

I would, only reason I don't run Conti up front at the moment.

[@MrDavecore777]

@@michaelgoodwin593yeah my dissector is toast so tempted to switch for xynotal soft and run the assegai MG down till it’s released. My friend actually runs KrF SS DH/ Kr S End rear and says it’s killer

[@dustinbjohnson]

Personally for my everyday riding the soft has been money. I have not had a single “oh shit” moment 😂

[@certainperfectratio]

Current favorite for Colorado on my Tallboy 4: Forekaster exo+ rear DHR2 exo front What would the analogous Conti setup be?

[@dustinbjohnson]

I would go krypto Re as a front tire (very similar to dhr2) with xynotal rear. That setup will destroy on a short travel trail rig! Enduro soft up front for more grip. But the trail endurance will probably be ample traction. But can’t go wrong either way!

[@certainperfectratio]

Sweet dude thanks for the intel. Maybe will give them a try when these are worn. I like the exo+ casing for support but don't need super tacky rubber rear so I like Maxx Terra for durability and rolling. Seems that'd be analogous to enduro casing / endurance compound, which I'm not sure Conti offers Hard to go away from maxxis with all of their available combinations!

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@certainperfectratio totally agree. Maxxis definitely covers all there bases that’s for sure!

[@MichaelAverycarhauler1969]

I ride an Ibis Ripmo AF with Continental Kryptotal Fr. DH casing super soft compound, and a Xynotal DH casing soft compound on the rear. Compared to the Maxxis double Assegai, or Assegai/Dissector combo I've run previously. Better and more predictable grip, roll faster, and corner better. I've also experienced the Maxxis breakaway you speak of, it was horrible with the Assegai/Dissector combo. Continental #FTW

[@PatFin401]

I've been hearing good things about Continentals. What do you think is comparable to a Forekaster?

[@dustinbjohnson]

Xynotal for sure

[@LeroyC06]

Running Kryptotal Front & Xynotal Rear. Both 2.4 with Enduro casing. Extremely playful yet nimble! Highly recommended

[@dustinbjohnson]

🙌🙌 so good!

[@justinfournier1285]

Xynotal, how do you like it on the rear? What are your conditions like?

[@LeroyC06]

@@justinfournier1285 Xynotal feels similar to the Maxxis Dissector or even better, IMO. I ride mainly in the wet & muddy and occasionally in the dry. No matter the riding condition, the Xynotal rear and Kryptotal front feel amazing. However, it may wear quicker than Maxxis tyres since the compound used on the continentals is softer

[@justinfournier1285]

@@LeroyC06 Do you mind sharing what casing and compound you are using?

[@LeroyC06]

@@justinfournier1285 Kryptotal - Enduro casing & Soft compound Xynotal - Enduro casing & Endurance compound

[@patrickcornwall5656]

Hey man, how would you compare the trail casing to maxxis? Is it like a exo, or more like exo+ ?

[@dustinbjohnson]

The definitely have a different feel. I would say the Conti have a little bit more of a supportive feel. The Enduro casing is probably similar to an exo+ but not quite a double down.

[@fernandoscheffer4992]

Hi, did you already trying the krypto re on the back. I'm not sure if I order the krypto or xynotal for the back. I'm not sure if the krypto is to much

[@Dix-OnBik3s]

It was Opening weekend last weekend at the park in Bromont, QC... saw far far more Contis than Maxxis in the lift lines over 3 days of riding I'd wager that says something... Been on the 'Otals since 6 mths prior to market release. After too many years of warrantying wobbly cased Maxxis, with Maxxgrip that turns into MaxxTerror in the Canadian cold, I'll never ride anything other than Continentals again.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yes!! 🙌 let’s gooooo!

[@Dix-OnBik3s]

@@dustinbjohnson even Skills with Phil is on the Conti' good good...

[@mrvwbug4423]

I always get the impression from every review of the Kryptotal front that is never quite at the level of the MaxGrip Assegai. The biggest thing the Contis have as a selling point in their favor right now is that Vali Holl runs them and won her world championships on them last year. I still want to try a set, but with them as expensive as Maxxis I'd want to try them on a demo bike before I plunk down $200 on unknown tires. And for me I would probably run DH casings on both ends with SS/S compounds, for loose, rocky Colorado conditions and a fair number of bike park days, I'm hard enough on tires to need DD casings and cush core out back.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yeah it’s not really comparing apples to apples for me. The Krypto Soft is equal to the Assegai Maxxterra. And the maxxgrip would be equal to the Krypto SuperSoft , which I haven’t tried yet but hope to soon! But kyrpto soft to the assegai maxxterra. I’m definitely taking the Krypto. Grip is equal and conti is more predictable for me

[@justinfournier1285]

I have over $1000 in testing tires between Conti and Maxxis across 3 bikes, (German and Chinese made Conti) and the Kryptotal front Soft Enduro isn’t as grippy as a Maxxgrip Assegai in my conditions. It’s just not. I don’t have a DH casing requirement so I don’t have experience on the super soft conti, but that’s because they chose not to make it. At the same time, I’m in the PNW on the Xynotal soft enduro rear and it’s terrible for climbing. It has almost no grip on roots and no bite. Looking at the ramps why would you expect it to. So it’s easy to read comments and understand a bit about how someone rides compared to their comments.

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@justinfournier1285 well you really have to compared the krypto enduro soft to the assegai maxterra. That’s the right comparison. The assegai maxxgrip should be compared to the krypto supersoft. I ride dry dusty trails. And I agree the xynotal performs more like a semi-slick. I really love the speed of that tire. But if I needed more climbing traction I’d go krypto rear. But like I said I’m not trying to tell anyone what to ride. Just sharing my opinion

[@justinfournier1285]

@@dustinbjohnson Yeah, I was basically seconding your opinion it’s not a good comparison, but with no equivalent casing/compound combination from Conti, it’s not an actual choice for someone who wants a really grippy front. Soft compound on trail casing would be a pass for me anyways, I’m close to 200lbs kitted up. That being said, my Conti Enduro/Soft are on a 140/120 bike and DD/EXO+ are on a 160/157 bike so one can prefer more grip for potentially higher speeds where pedaling isn’t as important, line choice, suspension setup, terrain and PSI are going to determine more than people seem to expect. Just casing changes ideal PSI, and inserts, rim width, and tire volume change more than people seem to understand as well. Running a 2.5” front with more volume and less PSI is going to provide more grip than a narrower higher psi option you can’t run lower, in most conditions, not to mention rim width varies across setups and effects profile. Someone running a 2.4” front on a 28mm isn’t in the same discussion as someone on a 2.5” front 33-35mm inner rim.

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@justinfournier1285 yeah I was actually going to say I actually kind of messed that up a little bit in the video on the comparison. And I think your spot on. You actually bring up another good point on the bigger bikes we’re rolling isn’t that big of a deal? I could see where a lot of people might prefer maxxis

[@DattelnerMobber]

Yeah gimme that Maxxis bro :)

[@dustinbjohnson]

Nothing wrong with that bro 🍻

[@DattelnerMobber]

@@dustinbjohnson so I'm realy interested if they are available I will happily will take that tires

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@DattelnerMobber they finally sold after this video 😂

[@johnconnolly2815]

"I'm not sayin', just sayin'" LOL 😆

[@dustinbjohnson]

I’m glad someone laughed at that! 🤣

[@ogmr.c3714]

Are you running Exo+ or DD? Asking for a friend

[@user-ps4zi1ns8i]

Check out WTB they got some good tires with solid threads just like Continental. I ride Judges and Vigilantes in 2.5s and 2.4s

[@dustinbjohnson]

I rode the 2.5 vigi/ 2.4 trail boss combo! Really good tires! Still prefer the conti due to the insane rolling speed

[@user-ps4zi1ns8i]

@@dustinbjohnson I feel you. The Continental tires are bad ass for sure forgot which ones I've gotten already but they're super chunky for SoCal trails

[@BrianDwyer-yd1qo]

Were you hammered during this recording?

[@dustinbjohnson]

Most likely.

[@BrianDwyer-yd1qo]

@@dustinbjohnson awesome!

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@BrianDwyer-yd1qo 🤣🤣🍻

[@AOL0321]

Drinking that yellow water Corona? I think not!

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@AOL0321 I’m glad someone understands this.

[@IvanTNvd]

Hi, can I have some tires so I can put on my Marin Bolinas Ridge 2?

[@zap...]

Yeah but do they have the Maxxis wobble?

[@dustinbjohnson]

😂😂 so far so good 🤞

[@rrolleman4879]

Using the weight-rolling resistance-grip triangle kept me away from Krypto's. They are heavier than the Maxxis Assegai/dhr2 or Assegai/Dissector exo+. Rolling resistance is worse than the A/Dis combo and the grip in the wet is worse than the Assegai maxxxgrip. I wanted to run the Krypto on the Shore, but the only advantage that they have up here over Maxxis is that there is less of a performance drop off as the tires wear.

[@dustinbjohnson]

They actually weigh less then an assegai in my experience and are far superior in the rolling resistance department. I’ve rode this combo back to back with assegai/ dissector combo. And my times are much faster on the contis and I feel much more refreshed. Even so I can out roll my friends on maxxis XC tires like the dissector/rekon or forekaster/rekon, even though these tire are a touch heavier then those. I’ve seen how much faster rolling they are.

[@rrolleman4879]

@@dustinbjohnson They weigh more than the EXO+, which is the casing I use. I would have no problem going away from Maxxis, but I don't want a heavier tire, or one that is not good in the wet conditions we have on the North Shore. Your Kryptos are faster rolling than a Dissector/Rekon combo???

[@bertusbob]

Check Pirelli, they are great also

[@dustinbjohnson]

I have pirelli diablos on my Kawasaki ZX6R and they are insane. Hopefully that cares over to the MTB line! 🙌

[@beardedtrucker]

I stop using maxxis last year. Been using continental ever since. I even still run inner tubes. I run a DH in rear and endura in front.

[@dustinbjohnson]

I’m blown away with these conti’s 🙌

[@beardedtrucker]

@@dustinbjohnson bro I have six sets but different compounds sitting on my shelf and only one mtb bike. lol. Love these tires. I literally gave my maxxis away to a kid that was just starting out.

[@wd99999]

Is the Kryptotal / Xynotal as fast as Dissector / Rekon ?

[@wd99999]

Lol I think you answered my question in the video 🤣

[@dustinbjohnson]

Conti’s are much faster

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@wd99999 I did 😂😂🍻

[@rekamniar]

Continental tires are just so hard to find

[@dustinbjohnson]

I know. Was really hard to find my front tire. But they are getting easier to find

[@drill_fiend1097]

When was Maxxis ever good? Schwalbe, Panaracer and Pirelli for me. Continental is okay. WTB and Maxxis are no-go. Was forced to stuck with WTB for a few months due to it being the stock tire.

[@dustinbjohnson]

I have been a maxxis guy for 8 years. Just really like their tires. Schwalbe has a couple tires I liked. The new pirelli tires look amazing. But they are so heavy. But I do run Pirelli on my Kawasaki ZX6R and they are absolutely unreal 👌

[@drill_fiend1097]

@@dustinbjohnson I see. I would also see folks saying positive things about Specialized tyres and Vitroria as well.

[@Boarischer_Bua]

The color of the logo determines which country of manufacture they come from. Germany is yellow and China is more like orange. It was once said that all Black Chili tires come from Germany, but due to their popularity they had to move to China.

[@dustinbjohnson]

I’ve never seen them in yellow. The set I have from Germany and china are the exact same color of orange

[@Boarischer_Bua]

All my german tires are actually yellow and the one from china is more orange. The trail tires have always come from china, as they are not Black Chili, so they are always orange. Maybe they have adapted it in the meantime, but here in germany the color has always been an indication of the country of manufacture. I was happy when I found an Enduro Krypto FR after a year of searching and was then very disappointed when it flashed orange out of the box. The logo then said china.

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@Boarischer_Bua oh wow interesting! I definitely get the move to china for producing more product do to popularity. Definitely makes sense.

[@Boarischer_Bua]

It feels like all downhill and enduro teams ride Conti and they certainly need a lot of tires and the availability here in Germany was really bad for a whole year, so the switch to China makes more than sense. Whether China or Germany doesn't matter anyway, they run smoothly and perform superbly.

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@Boarischer_Bua I couldn’t agree more man 🍻

[@TheRealGOTdurrrred]

I haven't tried Maxxis tires because everyone who rides them seem to hate them after they try contis

[@dustinbjohnson]

The old contis or the new contis would be my question? I could definitely see that if they come pare to the old stuff

[@IvanTNvd]

Can I have some tires to put on my bike? I have Marin Bolinas Ridge 2

[@Tonuky]

There was a time that Schwalbe was the new king, then Specialized, then Vittoria, now the the new king is Continental :D

[@dustinbjohnson]

There’s a couple Schwalbe tires I really like and couple vittoria tires as well! But yeah for me… I’m hooked on the contis 🍻