Der Baron Projekt ProTection Apex vs Ikon review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Continental Der Baron Projekt ProTection Apex vs Maxxis Ikon tyres. Both manufactured by different brands, Continental and Maxxis respectively, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Continental Der Baron Projekt ProTection Apex is better for Mountainbike Tires activities, Maxxis Ikon is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to mountain activities.

Der Baron Projekt ProTection Apex

Ikon

Technical, versatile and sophisticated enduro tyre which is always the right choice.Versatile tread pattern with good rolling characteristics and a sporting weight.

The enduro baron

A versatile XC tread

Technical, versatile and sophisticated enduro tyre which is always the right choice.Versatile tread pattern with good rolling characteristics and a sporting weight.

The Maxxis Ikon is a versatile XC tire designed to perform in a broad range of conditions. With its predictable handling, the Ikon is also a favorite among our slopestyle athletes.

Features

ProTection Apex
Further Details
BlackChili
It’s all about how you mix it
With our unique tread compound, which is produced only in Germany, we have revolutionised the sport of cycling. With the legendary BlackChili Compound we have answered the eternal question of the best balance of grip and rolling resistance for cycling.
Regular test wins confirm the measureable and noticeable advantages for the cyclist, established in the laboratory and on the road. The latest polymers as well as specially developed carbon black particles and filler materials guarantee unique performance
Further details

Features

Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below
Dual compound, 3C MaxxSpeed, or 3C MaxxTerra options
60 TPI or 120 TPI casing options
EXO sidewall protection

Usage

XC (Cross Country)

Technologies

Tubeless Ready Tubeless tires provide the rider with many benefits: the ability to run lower air pressures, which improves traction; lower rolling resistance when compared to a tube-type tire; and less chance of flatting because there is no tube. Liquid sealants should only be used in the following types of tires: tubeless road, tubular, and tubeless ready. The use of liquid sealants in any other Maxxis tire will void the warranty.
3C MaxxSpeed Used primarily in cross country and enduro tires, the two compounds in the outer layer are specially formulated to reduce rolling resistance and optimize treadwear and traction.
3C MaxxTerra An intermediate compound configuration used in select mountain tires. 3C MaxxTerra is softer and offers more traction than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet provides better treadwear and less rolling resistance than MaxxGrip.
EXO An extremely cut-resistant and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls of select mountain tires. This densely woven fabric is also lightweight and highly flexible, ensuring that the performance of the tire remains unaffected. Choose EXO Protection for exceptionally rocky, treacherous trails where the chance of sidewall cuts and abrasions is high.

Specifications

"29"

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ETRTO: 60 - 622 Dimension: 29 X 2.40 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 990 PSI: 51

Article: 0101842
ETRTO: 60 - 622 Dimension: 29 X 2.40 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/Bernstein skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 1040 PSI: 51

"27.5"

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ETRTO: 65 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.60 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 935 PSI: 44

Article: 0101572
ETRTO: 60 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.40 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 925 PSI: 51

Article: 0101841
ETRTO: 60 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.40 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/Bernstein skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 965 PSI: 51

"26"

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ETRTO: 60 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.40 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 890 PSI: 51

Specifications

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Part #: TB72385300
Size: 26X2.20 ETRTO: 57-559 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 572 Compound: SINGLE Max PSI: 65 Tech: Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB72390100
Size: 26X2.20 ETRTO: 57-559 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 623 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB73499100
Size: 26X2.35 ETRTO: 60-559 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 675 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

27.5

Part #: TB00332800
Size: 27.5X2.20 ETRTO: 56-584 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 701 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB85919000
Size: 27.5X2.20 ETRTO: 56-584 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 646 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB85956000
Size: 27.5X2.35 ETRTO: 60-584 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 700 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

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Part #: TB96646100
Size: 29X2.00 ETRTO: 50-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 618 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00333000
Size: 29X2.20 ETRTO: 57-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 710 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00332900
Size: 29X2.20 ETRTO: 57-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 737 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB96740100
Size: 29X2.20 ETRTO: 57-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 697 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB96731100
Size: 29X2.35 ETRTO: 60-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 755 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00038300
Size: 29X2.60 ETRTO: 66-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 805 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 40 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Der Baron Projekt ProTection Apex vs Ikon review

Features

ProTection Apex

BlackChili

Features

Usage

Usage

Technologies

Technologies

Specifications

"29"

"27.5"

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