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rogers wrote:

I also find it comical that some clown gave the op a dislike on his post, but I expect nothing less from some of the people...

I also find it comical that some clown gave the op a dislike on his post, but I expect nothing less from some of the people on here. 

rogers wrote:

As someone above mentioned, the regular MX34 and 3S is a great combo and they even work on concrete hard blue groove. I have friends that...

As someone above mentioned, the regular MX34 and 3S is a great combo and they even work on concrete hard blue groove. I have friends that run the MX34 front that someone above mentioned, and they like that tire, but they have never tried the 3s, and I'm guessing either would be a great choice.

Unless you are an AMA pro, running the spec tires is utterly pointless, you will notice zero, or close to zero difference in them, plus the carcass is harder than the non spec version so it has slightly less bump compliance .

I ran the original Michelin mid soft for a few years and they are good, but overall i prefer the Dunlop combo I mentioned now, The new Michelin versions definitely do not hook up quite as well on harder packed dirt.

I have also used the Scorpion mid soft front which is excellent even on hard pack, but the traction falls off quicker than others, so overall I don't think it's worth the money unless you can afford to eplace them frequently.

My friend Austin Politeli, whom is a current AMA Pro and raced the last Anaheim 1 race, and finished 4th overall in 2024 in arena cross, runs the standard MX34 rear and Scorpion mid soft front, and I doubt that anyone here is as fast as he is. Brian Brimhall also runs the standard MX34 rear. 

If the track is on the deeper soft and loamy or sandy side, then the paddle tire is a great option, but if you ride harder pack tracks as well, you will need to change it to a different tire. Very, few AMA Pros ever run the paddle tire, so that should tell you something.

 

BoxcarWilly wrote:

You need to have another look at the starting line if you think none of them are running scoops. 

rogers wrote:

You need to improve your reading skills, because I did not say that none of them are ever running scoop/paddle tires, and it is YOU that...

You need to improve your reading skills, because I did not say that none of them are ever running scoop/paddle tires, and it is YOU that needs to look at the starting line if you think most of them are. It's best to get your facts straight before you attempt to criticize someone.

Anaheim 1 2025 starting line. Not a single paddle tire in sight...oops..

 

rogers wrote:

I also find it comical that some clown gave the op a dislike on his post, but I expect nothing less from some of the people...

I also find it comical that some clown gave the op a dislike on his post, but I expect nothing less from some of the people on here. 

ML512 wrote:

You're the most polarizing figure in this thread.

rogers wrote:

Try atually reading my entire post, which also says the following:"If the track is on the deeper soft and loamy or sandy side, then the paddle...

Try atually reading my entire post, which also says the following:

"If the track is on the deeper soft and loamy or sandy side, then the paddle tire is a great option, but if you ride harder pack tracks as well, you will need to change it to a different tire." 

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Duke28 wrote:

You off-road guys like the 82 front? Any better than m59?

BoxcarWilly wrote:

You need to have another look at the starting line if you think none of them are running scoops. 

rogers wrote:

You need to improve your reading skills, because I did not say that none of them are ever running scoop/paddle tires, and it is YOU that...

You need to improve your reading skills, because I did not say that none of them are ever running scoop/paddle tires, and it is YOU that needs to look at the starting line if you think most of them are. It's best to get your facts straight before you attempt to criticize someone.

Anaheim 1 2025 starting line. Not a single paddle tire in sight...oops..

 

davis224 wrote:

Surely I'm not the only one who noticed this was '23?

sam hain wrote:

I ran a new mx34 rear at the sumter national enduro this year, traction wise it was fine but durability wise I wasn't impressed. Sumter is...

I ran a new mx34 rear at the sumter national enduro this year, traction wise it was fine but durability wise I wasn't impressed. Sumter is mostly black sandy soil with a small amount of loose clay mixed in certain sections. The knobs on the tire we already rounded off a good bit by the end, I can't imagine it would hold up very well in a true offroad setting with roots/rocks and hard pack. I haven't tried the new AT82 rear but its on my list, luckily I still have a nice stash of AT81 rears which is my go to offroad tire for the rear. Front I like the mx33 or AT82.

sam hain wrote:

I ran a new mx34 rear at the sumter national enduro this year, traction wise it was fine but durability wise I wasn't impressed. Sumter is...

I ran a new mx34 rear at the sumter national enduro this year, traction wise it was fine but durability wise I wasn't impressed. Sumter is mostly black sandy soil with a small amount of loose clay mixed in certain sections. The knobs on the tire we already rounded off a good bit by the end, I can't imagine it would hold up very well in a true offroad setting with roots/rocks and hard pack. I haven't tried the new AT82 rear but its on my list, luckily I still have a nice stash of AT81 rears which is my go to offroad tire for the rear. Front I like the mx33 or AT82.

AMetts wrote:

I don't know if id try the AT82 rear, I only know one buddy that kinda likes it. I think its lacking side bite which looking...

I don't know if id try the AT82 rear, I only know one buddy that kinda likes it. I think its lacking side bite which looking at how spaced the edge knobs are makes sense. A lot of the GNCC pros are still running the AT81 rear I've noticed as well. 

Id hold off judgement a bit on the MX34 wear, I have noticed sand mixed with roots is about the hardest on tires for whatever reason. 

AMetts wrote:

I don't know if id try the AT82 rear, I only know one buddy that kinda likes it. I think its lacking side bite which looking...

I don't know if id try the AT82 rear, I only know one buddy that kinda likes it. I think its lacking side bite which looking at how spaced the edge knobs are makes sense. A lot of the GNCC pros are still running the AT81 rear I've noticed as well. 

Id hold off judgement a bit on the MX34 wear, I have noticed sand mixed with roots is about the hardest on tires for whatever reason. 

sam hain wrote:

I ran a new mx34 rear at the sumter national enduro this year, traction wise it was fine but durability wise I wasn't impressed. Sumter is...

I ran a new mx34 rear at the sumter national enduro this year, traction wise it was fine but durability wise I wasn't impressed. Sumter is mostly black sandy soil with a small amount of loose clay mixed in certain sections. The knobs on the tire we already rounded off a good bit by the end, I can't imagine it would hold up very well in a true offroad setting with roots/rocks and hard pack. I haven't tried the new AT82 rear but its on my list, luckily I still have a nice stash of AT81 rears which is my go to offroad tire for the rear. Front I like the mx33 or AT82.

AMetts wrote:

I don't know if id try the AT82 rear, I only know one buddy that kinda likes it. I think its lacking side bite which looking...

I don't know if id try the AT82 rear, I only know one buddy that kinda likes it. I think its lacking side bite which looking at how spaced the edge knobs are makes sense. A lot of the GNCC pros are still running the AT81 rear I've noticed as well. 

Id hold off judgement a bit on the MX34 wear, I have noticed sand mixed with roots is about the hardest on tires for whatever reason. 

sam hain wrote:

Yeah I'm not a fan of the look of the AT82, I said that on another forum the first time I ever saw it. I still...

Yeah I'm not a fan of the look of the AT82, I said that on another forum the first time I ever saw it. I still want to give it a chance though. My new Yamaha came with a MX33 rear and after about 8hrs of offroad riding on mixed terrains I'm pleased with how its holding up. Of course like the old AT81 you can't buy the MX33 rear any more either.

AMetts wrote:

If you can believe the horror I've actually been racing on Tusk tires lately, did awesome last weekend even with a pop up storm that made...

If you can believe the horror I've actually been racing on Tusk tires lately, did awesome last weekend even with a pop up storm that made everything slick as snot. 

AMetts wrote:

If you can believe the horror I've actually been racing on Tusk tires lately, did awesome last weekend even with a pop up storm that made...

If you can believe the horror I've actually been racing on Tusk tires lately, did awesome last weekend even with a pop up storm that made everything slick as snot. 

sam hain wrote:

I bought my son a set last week when they did their flash sale on them. I've actually never ran them, when they first dropped the...

I bought my son a set last week when they did their flash sale on them. I've actually never ran them, when they first dropped the T35 or what ever they call the soft/int one a buddy of mine ran a new set at a HS and said the front was terrible. But, I have no experience with them. For the price point I should probably try them. 

How are they holding up over a couple races/rides? Would you say on par with Dunlop?

AMetts wrote:

If you can believe the horror I've actually been racing on Tusk tires lately, did awesome last weekend even with a pop up storm that made...

If you can believe the horror I've actually been racing on Tusk tires lately, did awesome last weekend even with a pop up storm that made everything slick as snot. 

sam hain wrote:

I bought my son a set last week when they did their flash sale on them. I've actually never ran them, when they first dropped the...

I bought my son a set last week when they did their flash sale on them. I've actually never ran them, when they first dropped the T35 or what ever they call the soft/int one a buddy of mine ran a new set at a HS and said the front was terrible. But, I have no experience with them. For the price point I should probably try them. 

How are they holding up over a couple races/rides? Would you say on par with Dunlop?

AMetts wrote:

They hold up good, I think the T35 doesn't last quite as long as a MX33 has for me but its honestly really hard for me...

They hold up good, I think the T35 doesn't last quite as long as a MX33 has for me but its honestly really hard for me to get a gauge on tire longevity between riding sand, dirt ,mud, rocks and roots at different races. If I rode the same terrain every time it would be a little easier to gauge. 

The Talon front is the best Tusk front I've found, T35 struggled on flat corners compared to the Talon that can do that much better but also is good in sand and soft.

Rears the T35 is good but can chunk a bit in some conditions but not whole knobs or anything. Running a Crossbite rear now and its holding up even better and is a taller profile little skinnier than the T35 I am liking it a lot. 

sam hain wrote:

I bought my son a set last week when they did their flash sale on them. I've actually never ran them, when they first dropped the...

I bought my son a set last week when they did their flash sale on them. I've actually never ran them, when they first dropped the T35 or what ever they call the soft/int one a buddy of mine ran a new set at a HS and said the front was terrible. But, I have no experience with them. For the price point I should probably try them. 

How are they holding up over a couple races/rides? Would you say on par with Dunlop?

AMetts wrote:

They hold up good, I think the T35 doesn't last quite as long as a MX33 has for me but its honestly really hard for me...

They hold up good, I think the T35 doesn't last quite as long as a MX33 has for me but its honestly really hard for me to get a gauge on tire longevity between riding sand, dirt ,mud, rocks and roots at different races. If I rode the same terrain every time it would be a little easier to gauge. 

The Talon front is the best Tusk front I've found, T35 struggled on flat corners compared to the Talon that can do that much better but also is good in sand and soft.

Rears the T35 is good but can chunk a bit in some conditions but not whole knobs or anything. Running a Crossbite rear now and its holding up even better and is a taller profile little skinnier than the T35 I am liking it a lot. 

sam hain wrote:

Interesting, when you responded I assumed you were running the T35's. I like the looks of the talon front, it looks like a cross between the...

Interesting, when you responded I assumed you were running the T35's. I like the looks of the talon front, it looks like a cross between the M59 and mx33 IMO. 

AMetts wrote:

If you can believe the horror I've actually been racing on Tusk tires lately, did awesome last weekend even with a pop up storm that made...

If you can believe the horror I've actually been racing on Tusk tires lately, did awesome last weekend even with a pop up storm that made everything slick as snot. 

sam hain wrote:

I bought my son a set last week when they did their flash sale on them. I've actually never ran them, when they first dropped the...

I bought my son a set last week when they did their flash sale on them. I've actually never ran them, when they first dropped the T35 or what ever they call the soft/int one a buddy of mine ran a new set at a HS and said the front was terrible. But, I have no experience with them. For the price point I should probably try them. 

How are they holding up over a couple races/rides? Would you say on par with Dunlop?

newmason wrote:

756

Meister wrote:

756RR... Ran that too! But the spec tire does better..