Access Roads
The ride began with a short run on some access roads to get back to first trail section. While the tires are not specifically designed for this type of riding, they certain did an acceptable job on these open runs.
Rocky Trails
Rolling in the first section of single track, the strength of the tires quickly stood out. The section began with a long off-camber along the side of a slick hill. The front tire stuck to the slick terrain and allowed for precise control, even when traversing wet rocks, roots, and even logs lying across the trail.
The rear tire performed equally well. A few minutes into the trail, the air pressure in the rear tire was dropped down to 12 PSI. This larger footprint turned a good tire into a great tire. The rear tire hooked up in all conditions. Steep hills covered with rocks and roots were cleared with ease. Sections that left riders stuck in the middle of the hill were scaled, even if a more difficult alternate route had to be taken.
Muddy Trails
The next ride on these the Scorpions was back in Indiana where the lack of rocks was offset by more mud. Once again, the tires did a great job of clearing out the mud and hooking up in the soft soil. The Scorpions made easy work of the hills, even when starting right out of muddy deep creeks.
Creek Crossings
Another area where the tires excelled was riding through creek crossings. The tires made for a secure feeling while riding over the large rocks beneath the water. Exiting the water crossings were tackled equally well, providing excellent traction in mud or sand, even if the creek exit was on an angle.
Wear & Durability
The tough construction and top notch materials made for tires that stood up to the abuse of the rocks. On several occasions, the front tire hit a sharp edge of one of the many rocks found on the trails. The tires held up well for the entire 200 mile weekend and provided an enjoyable, flat-free ride.
After over 250 miles on the tires, they are still working well. Tread depth has worn less than a 1/16 of an inch, with some slight rounding of the edges on the rear tire as seen below. Look or an update on total mileage and wear when tires are removed.
Total Miles - 458 Miles
Cost - MSRP $111-$120 depending on size
Overall Performance - Highly Recommended for soft/medium terrain
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*I was not financially compensated for this post. I received a sample at a discounted rate for review purposes. The opinions are completely my own based on my experience.*
