Minion SS vs DTH review

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

Minion SS

DTH

Semi-slick for aggressive riding

Drop. The. Hammer.

The Maxxis Minion SS (Semi Slick) takes the classic DHF tread design and shaves down the center knobs to vastly improve rolling speed. Use the Minion SS as a rear tire paired with a Dissector, Minion DHF, or Assegai front tire.

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

Features

60 TPI or DoubleDown (2×120 TPI) casing options
Dual compound
Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below
Silkworm or EXO puncture protection options

Features

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

Usage

Trail

Enduro

Usage

Dirt

Flat

Park

Street

Technologies

Double Down (DD) DoubleDown (DD) is the next step in the evolution of the dual-ply tire casing for enduro racing. Two 120 TPI casing layers reinforced with a butyl insert provide the enduro racer with the support and protection of a downhill tire, but in a lighter package.
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

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.

Specifications

27.5

Part #: TB91007000
Size: 27.5X2.30 ETRTO: 58-584 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 851 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

29

Part #: TB96778000
Size: 29X2.30 ETRTO: 58-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 916 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

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