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Grip the Trails with Mavic’s New Crossmax Enduro Wheel Tire System and Shoe

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Mavic Crossmax Enduro WTS 3

Following the launch of the Mavic Notch clothing line (review coming soon), Mavic is continuing their support of Enduro riding with their first ever mountain bike Wheel Tire System along with a new clipless mountain shoe. Enduro racing is quickly growing in popularity with Mavic athletes like Chausson, Clementz, and Barel leading the way. Mavic says the new wheelset is specifically designed for Enduro – just what does that mean? It means the emphasis is placed going down hill as quick as possible, yet keeping things light enough to climb the un-timed sections. Because of this the front wheel needs to offer the conering grip, stability, and handling while the rear can be designed differently for responsiveness, lower rolling resistance, and traction.

The result is a Wheel Tire System (WTS) that not only has different tires front and back, but different rims as well. More on the wheels plus the new shoes after the break.

Mavic Crossmax Enduro WTS tires

Offered in only 26 and 27.5, the Crossmax Enduro tires are front and rear specific. The aggressive Crossmax Charge 2.4 front tire is paired with a 21mm internal front rim for added volume and better stability while cornering. The rear Crossmax Roam is a narrower 2.3 tire that mates with a 19mm internal rim, and the tire has a lower center tread with ramped knobs to roll fast and accelerate quickly. Both tires are constructed from a 2-ply 66tpi Gaurd 2 casing for maximum durability, though the front tire is a single 40a durometer for maximum grip while the rear gets a dual compound design (62a center, 52a shoulders) for better durability. Apparently in testing Mavic’s athletes didn’t like the feel of a dual durometer front tire when transitioning between the two compounds in corners, so low rebound, tacky 40a rubber is used on the entire tread.

Like many Mavic wheels, the Crossmax Enduros are UST meaning there is no need for sealant if you choose not to run it. The airtight rim is accomplished through FORE drilling which uses a threaded nipple on each Zircral spoke that threads into the rim. Like everything else, spoking is different front and rear with 24 bladed straight pull spokes laced 2-cross on the front and 20 of the same spokes on the rear laced with Mavic’s Isopulse pattern – radial drive, and 2-cross non-drive. The front is laced for maximum lateral stiffness and radial comfort, while the rear is tuned for slightly less weight and more responsiveness. Both rims include Mavic’s ISM machining which eliminates unnecessary weight from each rim.

The hub system is compatible with just about every standard except DH sizes, including 15mm, 20mm and even QR in the front though you will need optional adapters for the QR. The rear is compatible with 12×135, 12×142 and standard QR, with both hubs offered with 6 bolt rotor mounts. Reigning in all the rider’s power is the ITS-4 freehub system which provides 7.5° of engagement.

US availability is planned for July with the entire WTS retailing for $1000. Replacement Crossmax Roam 2.4 front tires will be available for $80 and Crossmax Charge 2.3 rear tires will retail for $75.

Weights:

Wheels:

  • 26″: 825g ft/ 835g rr, 1660g set
  • 27.5″/650b: 850g ft/ 860g rr, 1710 set

Tires:

  • 26″: front 2.4; 950g, rear 2.3; 850g
  • 27.5″/650b: front 2.4; 990g, rear 2.3; 870g

Mavic Enduro Shoe

Another first for Mavic, is the all new Enduro racing specific shoe – the Crossmax. Designed for gnarly terrain and long days in the saddle, the shoe balances performance with all day comfort and increased protection from baby heads reaching out to grab your feet. That, and probably protection if you happen to crash as well.

The Crossmax borrows the Ergo Lite ratchet from the Fury shoe as well as the quick lace system from the Alpine XL which is hidden under the lace keeper. The shoes feature a roomy fit with an Ortholite sock liner that combines with the Ergo tongue to maximize comfort and padding. The Trail Grip outsole of the shoe has a stiffened sole plate for power transfer with Contragrip tread for the times you need to push. Added protection is offered through the Ergo Lite toe cap and neoprene ankle cuff.

The CrossMax shoes weigh in at 460g for a size 8.5 UK, and are offered in 3.5-13 UK in whole and half sizes. The shoes will be available in the US in September for $189.95.

 

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Steve M
Steve M
10 years ago

Mavic’s attempt to control everything that touches the dirt?

Ryan
Ryan
10 years ago

What’s a guy got to do get a nice pair of MTB shoes for flats. The 5/10 and Teva lines are atrocious. I’m not some skater kid with flat billed snapbacks and basketball socks pulled up to my knee. Can somebody make some nicer “grown up” MTB shoes for flats that have all the features clipless shoes have…minus the clips?

ccolagio
ccolagio
10 years ago

you really enjoy stereotyping people huh? vans waffle grip – theres a reason people have been using vans shoes + bicycles s really, really long time

wheelz
wheelz
10 years ago

19 mm internal width rear rim for tubeless? Too skinny, try again.

Brad
Brad
10 years ago

So climbs are not timed in enduro racing? Why even bother making lightweight equipment, then?

Brian
Brian
10 years ago

When is mavic gonna figure it out? 19mm internal rim width is a joke

jose
jose
10 years ago

Or you could nut up like a ‘Grown Up’ and ride clipless and enjoy a plethora of fine shoe offerings that may suit your ‘Grown Up’ tastes.

xcgeek.com
10 years ago

rear tire says to front tire “whats up Maxxis Minion?”

hello?
hello?
10 years ago

Some of the features clipless shoes have are because they’re clipless, ie. ratcheting buckles, etc. Have you visited a bikeshop with more than 10 different styles on hand?? Good luck with stiff soles on flats…

satisFACTORYrider
satisFACTORYrider
10 years ago

riding like a “grown up” is the worst way to ride. on your left

BT
BT
10 years ago

Hey Mavic, can you offer a UST 21mm internal width rim for aftermarket purchase?

dhbomber
dhbomber
10 years ago

Hey respect the “grown-up” riders out there! 😉

The way I see it:
-I’m really not a fan of yellow.
-You can build cheaper/lighter wheels with Stans ZTR rims/hope hubs.
-Shoes look like boots IMO, fugly color…Plus I like the way my SIDI’s feel and look.
-Tires look OK…although I would use Maxxis Highrollers, best tire EVER!
-If they had a BLACK wheel offering, it would be sweet. Oh, and a cheaper price tag.

Light Saber
Light Saber
10 years ago

I stopped reading as soon as I saw “21mm internal width.”

JD
JD
10 years ago

the wheels are just crossmax st rear and crossmax sx front painted yellow.

filibuster cash
filibuster cash
10 years ago

I stopped reading as soon as i saw “enduro”. this has gotten old real quick-like.

Justin
Justin
10 years ago

I get what Mavic is trying to do here, but I’m not buying.

Bog
Bog
10 years ago

Seems like they missed with the internal widths of these rims by 2mm each end. 23mm front followed by a 21mm rear would have nailed it IMO but for some reason they decided on a XC skinny 19mm for a rear wheel!? Swing and miss for Mavic.

sideburnz
sideburnz
10 years ago

Wheel tire and shoe designed as a system. Mavic cannot guarantee the performance of any one component except when used exclusively as a system.

obi-wan
obi-wan
10 years ago

what’s the deal with radial lacing on a drive side? am I missing something?

Karel
Karel
10 years ago

@Obi-wan Mavic has been doing that for almost 10 years. They seem to insist it is better for power transfer and braking?!
Having used them for years I can say they work just fine. Even though it looks weird.

I just don’t seem to get why they would want to use a 19mm rim in the back? I moved to their CSMax SX wheels because they had wider 21mm rims.

They just pulled the same trick they do with their road wheels. Mix wheels from different sets and call it a “whole new” wheelset. Specifically developed for… insert riding style here…

chsad
chsad
10 years ago

I agree, wide is the word. How about stop co. stop assuming XC means narrow AM means medium and just make a light, wide mtb wheel? Mavic never seems to be in the break when it comes to tech/trends. When I say trends I mean market direction.

Jacob
Jacob
10 years ago

The uphill sections aren’t timed but there is a maximum time limit to complete the climb so you still have to ride at a certain pace and try to save energy so weight does play a part in equipment selection. Not sure about the 19mm rear internal width as that seems to be going against the trend but I do tend to run slightly narrower tires in the back so I’m not too put off by that. Mavic needs to move towards carbon and the benefits that it provides. Giant leaps and not just rehash old equipment.

Woof
Woof
10 years ago

Ditto… The inner rims ARE TO NARROW… No buying here…
Stan’s new Flow rim is just super ! : )

dennis
dennis
10 years ago

I have broke 3 axles and 2 free hubs and countless spokes. Not to good! I have a 2013 29er set. I just got a 2014 enduro 29er and I’m looking for different rims

dennis
dennis
10 years ago

They are crossmax st

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