Maxxis (New EXO+) vs (Old EXO+) – What’s the Difference?
Maxxis has recently upgraded their popular EXO+ casing and as a result they now have new EXO+ models. So what exactly is the difference between the old EXO+ and the new EXO+? We are going to break down the exact differences below so you can make the most informed decision when trying to figure out which mountain bike tire is right for you. Looking for the new EXO+ models? Click here to buy new EXO+ tires now!
What Makes Them Different?
The main difference between the two is that the new EXO+ has a 60TPI casing as opposed to the old EXO+ that has a 120TPI casing. The new EXO+ casing is also coated in a new tear-resistant topping rubber. The rubberized EXO material is added to the sidewalls as well as a short butyl insert above each bead. This results in the new EXO+ having nearly twice the tread and sidewall puncture resistance with a roughly 20% increase in pinch cut resistance. As a result the new EXO+ has a slight weight increase of roughly 1%-5% depending on the tread of the model.
How to Tell Them Apart?
The hot patch on the tire is the easiest way to tell the two versions apart. The old EXO+ uses a 120 TPI casing which is shown on the hot patch of the tire right below the size and pressure information. The new EXO+ does not have the TPI on the hot patch or anywhere on the sidewall of the tire. If it shows the TPI, it's the old version. If there is no TPI shown, it is the new version. It's as simple as that.
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