I was going to buy Nobby Nic on the front, and Rocket Ron on the rear as seen that it’s a popular choice to have a more aggressive tyre on the front and a less aggressive one on the rear
Has anyone got any experience with these tyres??
by Scary-Antelope-7702
4 Comments
They are fine, but not really made for trails or more.
If you’re set on Schwalbe getting something faster rolling like a Big Betty in the back is going to be far not enjoyable. Magic Mary and Big Betty would be the equivalent to the popular Maxxis combo of Assegai and DHR2.
I mean, unless you’re REALLY GOOD or like the looks of different tires, then just run the same tires. These are probably considered mid-level, I believe Nobby Nic is a step up from stock Schwalbes and would be decent depending on your setup.
I personally love Maxxus and solely run those now. Had Nobby Nics in the past and thought they were meh after a while. Currently running Maxxis Minnion front and rear and they crush.
What is the terrain you’re riding? That’s the most important question.
People will often default to, and thus suggest, downhill tires, but that isn’t always appropriate.
Your NN/RR combo would be fine for mostly level trails that are hardpack or a little gravel mixed in.
Definitely a pretty fast rolling combo, for sure. The question is if it gives you the grip you need for your trails.