What Is It?
The Maxxis Dissector 29x2.40 MaxxTerra EXO+ Foldable is an aggressive trail and light enduro mountain bike tyre designed for riders who want a balance between speed and strong cornering grip.
It was originally developed with input from pro rider Troy Brosnan for fast, dry-to-mixed trail conditions where rolling speed matters but control in corners is still critical.
Key Features
- Aggressive trail/enduro tread design
- Fast-rolling center knobs for speed
- Wide, supportive side knobs for cornering grip
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MaxxTerra compound (balanced grip + durability)
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EXO+ casing for improved puncture and sidewall protection
- Tubeless-ready (TR) design
- Foldable bead for easier transport and setup
- Optimized for modern wide rims (29mm–35mm internal typical)
Specifications
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Size: 29 x 2.40
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ETRTO: 61-622
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Compound: MaxxTerra (mid-soft triple compound)
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Casing: EXO+ (EXO protection + added puncture layer)
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Bead: Foldable (Kevlar)
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Type: Tubeless Ready
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Weight: ~900–1000g (varies slightly by batch)
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Terrain: Trail / All-mountain / Light enduro
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Recommended Use: Front or rear (often rear for fast setups)
Pros
- Fast rolling for an aggressive tread pattern
- Excellent cornering grip in dry and mixed conditions
- Strong puncture protection with EXO+ casing
- Very versatile for trail and light enduro use
- Works well as a rear tyre in fast setups or paired with Assegai up front
- Good balance of durability vs grip
Cons
- Not the best in deep mud or very loose wet conditions
- Can wear faster if used on very rocky terrain
- Rear traction can feel limited under heavy braking vs more aggressive tyres
- Slightly heavier than pure XC tyres
- EXO+ still not as strong as full enduro DH casing options
Who Is It Suitable For?
- Trail riders who ride fast, technical terrain
- Light enduro riders
- Aggressive XC riders stepping up tyre performance
- Riders who want speed but still need cornering confidence
- Mixed dry-to-moderate conditions
Who Should Use It?
- Riders doing trail rides with climbs + descents
- MTB riders upgrading from XC tyres for more grip
- Riders pairing it with a more aggressive front tyre (e.g., Assegai, Minion DHF)
- Cyclists riding rocky or loose terrain but still needing efficiency
Bottom Line
The Maxxis Dissector 29x2.40 EXO+ MaxxTerra is a fast yet capable trail tyre that sits between XC speed tyres and full enduro grip tyres. It shines as a rear tyre for riders who want to keep speed high without completely sacrificing cornering confidence.
If your riding is mostly fast trails, dry conditions, and mixed terrain, this is one of the most balanced tyres in the Maxxis lineup.
