Monday, 29 July 2013

DMR Moto SuperMoto Tyre

The DMR SuperMoto tyres rrp's at £24.99 - a very reasonable price when you compare it to downhill and cross country tyres from popular brands. Low block height (allegedly) leads to more stiffness and better grip. There are two choices, black or tan (whitewall). I've used a SuperMoto rear tyre for just over a year, and found it fantastic. Designed for dirt jumping and street, it does the job perfectly. The pattern allows for grip through turns (even on a gravel bmx track) whilst being a fast rolling tyre on the flat. A year later, it's still got tread left, possibly due to it being used irregularly and mainly on road or dirt. In dry, dusty conditions it's fantastic, although can be dicey in the wet, especially on tarmac. It only comes in a 26 X 2.2 fitment, but it is designed specifically for dirt jumping. On the trails it left a bit to be desired, but it's not designed for that - it would be like criticising a Swamp Thing for not being fast rolling enough. The low weight is a real bonus, but the real benefit comes from how fast rolling it is on smooth terrain. You won't be replacing it anytime soon - although I have heard reports of them being shredded by rocks.

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