DTH vs Overdrive review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Maxxis DTH vs Maxxis Overdrive tyres. Both manufactured by the same brand Maxxis, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Maxxis DTH is better for bmx activities, Maxxis Overdrive is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to hybrid activities.

DTH

Overdrive

Drop. The. Hammer.

For all-weather trekking and commuting

The grooved slick design of the Maxxis DTH (Drop the Hammer) is suited to a variety of BMX, dirt jumping, and pump track situations.

Created to meet the demands of the European trekking market, the Overdrive has a grooved slick design for all-weather application, as well as a K2 breaker to provide excellent protection from encounters

Features

60 TPI or 120 TPI casing options
Single or dual compound options
Silkworm puncture protection beneath tread

Features

K2 Puncture Protection
Reflective stripe
City/touring tire
Grooved slick design – front or rear

Usage

Dirt

Flat

Park

Street

Usage

Technologies

Silkworm Silkworm is an exclusive material incorporated into the casing of select models, increasing puncture and tear resistance. Silkworm is featured under the tread as a breaker.

Technologies

MaxxShield MaxxShield represents the ultimate in flat protection. We begin with our SilkShield bead-to-bead protection and add our K2 (Aramid Composite) layer under the tread for unparalleled durability.
K2 Available in select tires, this Maxxis-exclusive fabric provides greater puncture protection than aramid. The addition of this lightweight and supple material ensures that ride quality and performance remain unsurpassed.

Specifications

20

Part #: TB20352000
Size: 20X1-1/8 Etrto: 28-451 Tpi: 120 Bead: WIRE Weight (g): 254 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 85 Tech: SILKWORM Color: BLACK Application: BMX

Part #: TB20629000
Size: 20X1-3/8 Etrto: 37-451 Tpi: 120 Bead: WIRE Weight (g): 340 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 65 Tech: SILKWORM Color: BLACK Application: BMX

24

Part #: TB47649000
Size: 24X1.75 Etrto: 44-507 Tpi: 120 Bead: WIRE Weight (g): 463 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 65 Tech: SILKWORM Color: BLACK Application: BMX

26

Part #: TB72683000
Size: 26X2.15 Etrto: 52/54-559 Tpi: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 552 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 80 Tech: Color: BLACK Application: URBAN

Part #: TB00334100
Size: 26X2.15 Etrto: 52/54-559 Tpi: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 602 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 80 Tech: EXO/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: URBAN

Part #: TB00334400
Size: 26X2.30 Etrto: 55/58-559 Tpi: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 711 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 65 Tech: EXO/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: URBAN

Part #: TB00334500
Size: 26X2.30 Etrto: 55/58-559 Tpi: 60 Bead: WIRE Weight (g): 793 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 65 Tech: EXO/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: URBAN

Specifications

27.5

Part #: TB90905100
Size: 27.5X1.65 Etrto: 42-584 Tpi: 60 Bead: WIRE Weight (g): 535 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 80 Tech: SILKWORM/REF Color: BLACK Application: HYBRID

700

Part #: TB95688700
Size: 700X38C Etrto: 40-622 Tpi: 60 Bead: WIRE Weight (g): 544 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 75 Tech: K2/REF Color: BLACK Application: HYBRID