Minion FBF vs Trail King ProTection Apex review

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

Minion FBF

Trail King ProTection Apex

This tire shines on enduro bikes and "all mountain" bikes with a suspension travel of greater than 140mm, thanks to its comfortable and voluminous casing.Multitude of small knobs guarantee best traction on any difficult trail. Excellent puncture resistance and maximum stability.

Minion performance comes to fat bikes.

Super performance on every trail

The Minion FBF represents a progression in fat-biking by offering a front-specific tire designed for trail riding. Featuring the proven Minion DHF tread blocks, the FBF combines extreme cornering capability, low rolling

This tire shines on enduro bikes and "all mountain" bikes with a suspension travel of greater than 140mm, thanks to its comfortable and voluminous casing.Multitude of small knobs guarantee best traction on any difficult trail. Excellent puncture resistance and maximum stability.

Features

Tubeless Ready (TR) available
EXO Protection available
Front-specific tread design
Inspired by the Minion DHF

Features

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
ProTection Apex
Further Details

Usage

Trail

Fat/Plus

Usage

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.

Technologies

Specifications

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Part #: TB72655200
Size: 26X4.00 ETRTO: 102-559 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1283 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 30 Tech: Color: BLACK Application: FAT BIKE/PLUS TIRES

Part #: TB72662200
Size: 26X4.80 ETRTO: 122-559 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1651 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 20 Tech: Color: BLACK Application: FAT BIKE/PLUS TIRES

27.5

Part #: TB91182000
Size: 27.5X3.80 ETRTO: 97-584 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1475 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 30 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: FAT BIKE/PLUS TIRES

Specifications

"29"

Article: 0101477
ETRTO: 60 - 622 Dimension: 29 X 2.40 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 970 PSI: 51

Article: 0101476
ETRTO: 55 - 622 Dimension: 29 X 2.20 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 820 PSI: 58

"27.5"

Article: 0101383
ETRTO: 70 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.80 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 1015 PSI: 40

Article: 0101382
ETRTO: 65 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.60 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 955 PSI: 44

Article: 0101460
ETRTO: 60 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.40 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 915 PSI: 51

Article: 0101468
ETRTO: 55 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.20 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 775 PSI: 58

"26"

Article: 0101478
ETRTO: 60 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.40 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 875 PSI: 51

Article: 0101487
ETRTO: 55 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.20 Technology: ProTection Apex Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 735 PSI: 58

Minion FBF vs Trail King ProTection Apex review

Features

Features

BlackChili

ProTection Apex

Usage

Usage

Technologies

Technologies

Specifications

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27.5

Specifications

"29"

"27.5"

"26"