Howdo. Only me again.
Currently running a super tacky Maxxis Minion 2.3 up front, which I love to bits (my mates don't though, least, not in the faster corners).
However, it's a bit heavy, and I'd like to find a lighter tyre that gives me the same gnarl overall (bites into the corners, drops in without dropping off as it tips over, grabs when I hit the brakes, that sort of jazz).
I've religiously used Minions, especially having done 4 Mega's so they're a trusted tyre. I've stopped using HR's at the back, having been recommended the Advantage - which was a great move, a tyre I really like.
My chappie Rob at my LBS (Psyclewerx) recommended putting an Advantage up front (something he's done) which I raised an eyebrow at - but I'm willing to try something new:
What are others using for a bit of gnarl up front?
Bike: Zesty with 140mm front/rear, and used for aggresive XC*. Like, ya know. Gnarl.
*currently mainly razzing around the new AC/LW trails in Bristol
Advantage 2.4 here 🙂
Rubber Queen 2.2 Black chilli - light, decent grip unless it gets really muddy.
Long time Minion user here - now running Conti Baron up front. Worth a shot. Rubber Queens are decent too, but lack the edge bite of the Baron/Minion.
I too razz the LW/AC trails - the benefit of the Baron is that you can switch from Yer Tiz/Nova to some of the off piste stuff and they handle the slop well, similar to the Minion but grippier.