FORCE XC COMPETITION LINE vs Pace review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Michelin FORCE XC COMPETITION LINE vs Maxxis Pace tyres. Both manufactured by different brands, Michelin and Maxxis respectively, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Michelin FORCE XC COMPETITION LINE is better for mtb activities, Maxxis Pace is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to mountain activities.

FORCE XC COMPETITION LINE

Pace

Thanks to GUM-X3D technology which is a combination of three special rubbers: an outer traction compound, a Race Compound base layer and a special side grip compound

The most agile cross-country tire for a competition use

Low profile tread for XC or dirt jumping

Thanks to GUM-X3D technology which is a combination of three special rubbers: an outer traction compound, a Race Compound base layer and a special side grip compound

The Maxxis Pace uses small, tightly spaced knobs to create a tire with low rolling resistance. Originally intended for XC use, the Pace has proven to work well for slopestyle, pump track, and dirt jumping.

Features

Single or dual compound options
60 TPI casing
SilkShield or EXO puncture protection options
Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below

Usage

cross country

Usage

XC (Cross Country)

Technologies

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.
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.

Specifications

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Part #: TB96764100
Size: 29X2.10 ETRTO: 53-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 664 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN