Minion FBR vs CONTACT Cruiser review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Maxxis Minion FBR vs Continental CONTACT Cruiser tyres. Both manufactured by different brands, Maxxis and Continental respectively, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Maxxis Minion FBR is better for mountain activities, Continental CONTACT Cruiser is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to Urban/Tour activities.

Minion FBR

CONTACT Cruiser

Voluminous lifestyle tire featuring high comfort for a high performance especially on tarmac. A fabric breaker provides light-rolling puncture protection.Available in different colors and dimensions.

Rear-specific tire for trail riding

Chic Cruiser

The Minion FBR is a rear-specific fat bike tire designed for trail riding. It shares the look of the Minion DHR II, but is optimized for fat biking. The Minion FBR features well-known, proven side knobs for cornering traction and ramped, paddle-like knobs down the middle, minimizing rolling resistance and maximizing traction in all conditions.

Voluminous lifestyle tire featuring high comfort for a high performance especially on tarmac. A fabric breaker provides light-rolling puncture protection.Available in different colors and dimensions.

Features

Tubeless Ready (TR) available
Rear-specific tread design
Inspired by the Minion DHR II
EXO Protection available

Features

eBike
Suitable for E-Bikes
For our E-Bike tire we fall back on over 100 years‘ experience with moped and motorcycle tires. All of our city/trekking tires are rated to a standard speed of at least 25 km/h. Those tires marked e50 are also certified for S-Pedelecs. With their high quality structure, puncture protection is high and the rolling resistance is low offering protection from premature wear brought about by the additional driving force.
SafetySystem Breaker
Puncture protection with a system
The SafetySystem Breaker is made up of Kevlarreinforced, high-strength nylon fabric. Puncture and cut-resistant but nevertheless light and flexible, the tire adjusts quickly to the surface below. Without raising the weight or rolling resistance noticeably, it protects the carcass against foreign objects and contributes to a longer lifespan of the tire. Tires with the SafetySystem Breaker also provide good comfort properties.

Usage

Trail

Fat/Plus

Usage

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.
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.

Technologies

Specifications

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Part #: TB72656200
Size: 26X4.00 ETRTO: 102-559 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1353 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 30 Tech: Color: BLACK Application: FAT BIKE/PLUS TIRES

Part #: TB72664200
Size: 26X4.80 ETRTO: 122-559 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1637 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 20 Tech: Color: BLACK Application: FAT BIKE/PLUS TIRES

27.5

Part #: TB91184000
Size: 27.5X3.80 ETRTO: 97-584 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1247 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 30 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: FAT BIKE/PLUS TIRES

Specifications

"28"

Article: 0101522
ETRTO: 55 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.20 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: grey/grey Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1025 PSI: 65

Article: 0101521
ETRTO: 55 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.20 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: brown/brown Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1025 PSI: 65

Article: 0101520
ETRTO: 55 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.20 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: cream/cream Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1025 PSI: 65

Article: 0101519
ETRTO: 55 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.20 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1025 PSI: 65

Article: 0101518
ETRTO: 50 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: grey/grey Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 960 PSI: 65

Article: 0101517
ETRTO: 50 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: brown/brown Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 960 PSI: 65

Article: 0101516
ETRTO: 50 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: cream/cream Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 960 PSI: 65

Article: 0101515
ETRTO: 50 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 960 PSI: 65

"27.5"

Article: 0101753
ETRTO: 60 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.40 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1025 PSI: 58

"26"

Article: 0101511
ETRTO: 55 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.20 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 905 PSI: 65

Article: 0101512
ETRTO: 55 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.20 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: cream/cream Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 905 PSI: 65

Article: 0101514
ETRTO: 55 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.20 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: grey/grey Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 905 PSI: 65

Article: 0101513
ETRTO: 55 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.20 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: brown/brown Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 905 PSI: 65

Article: 0101507
ETRTO: 50 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 850 PSI: 65

Article: 0101508
ETRTO: 50 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: cream/cream Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 850 PSI: 65

Article: 0101510
ETRTO: 50 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: grey/grey Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 850 PSI: 65

Article: 0101509
ETRTO: 50 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: brown/brown Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 850 PSI: 65

"20"

Article: 0101754
ETRTO: 50 - 406 Dimension: 20 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 615 PSI: 73

Minion FBR vs CONTACT Cruiser review

Features

Features

eBike

SafetySystem Breaker

Usage

Usage

Technologies

Technologies

Specifications

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27.5

Specifications

"28"

"27.5"

"26"

"20"