Right – as I look out the window at the rain lashing down I realise it is going to be muddy again! I have a Whyte T-129 which is splendid but does have limited space tyre wise out back. In the dry I run a trail boss 2.25 which just fits. In the wet/mud I ideally want some more clearance for the chain stays. I don’t want a dedicated mud tyre as it will be for all sorts just something with decent grip/mudshedding, rolls OK and 2.2 or under. It came with a WTBNineline but that is more a dry and sunny tyre and I like something with a bit more heft! Normally run a vigilante out front.

Your expertise and suggestions greatly appreciated!

Maxxis Beaver 2.25 (skinny). Good wet weather all rounder.

Wot he said ^

does the beaver come up small then? If so it works for me!

Yes and works pretty well in all conditions, great tyre

Bontrager XR3, Specialized Ground Control, Nobby Nic

On my T129S I use Hans Dampf 2.35 EVO upfront and Nobby Nic 2.25 EVO on rear.

For me its a sweet pairing and I use this set up all year round and I’m very happy as both ends are planted and give me enough feedback and confidence to push hard and grip damp roots.

Just purchased a beaver today in 2.25 EXO for the same frame.

Have read it’s actually a decent all round tyre in the 2.25 guise and should be especially good through winter.

Oh and if you use Tweeks you get a £5 off code when spending £30 or more (tyre is £30 at the moment)

cheers scandal!