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Vittoria
Mezcal III G2.0 4C XC Race 29in Tire

3.4285714285714284 out of 5 stars
7 Review
$93.99
Color:Gumwall/Black, TLR

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Why We Like The Mezcal III G2.0 XC Race Tire

Constructed with XC racing and high-mileage trail rides in mind, the Mezcal III G2.0 XCR Tire is especially savvy on hard-pack trail surfaces. The alternating center tread keeps rolling speed nice and zippy, while cornering knobs still offer an effective edge for the inevitable unsupported corners. Vittoria's XC Race casing offers lightweight puncture protection, but priorities rolling speed for overall efficiency.


Details

  • XC tire with a knob pattern built for maximum speed
  • Alternating center-ridge tread lowers the rolling resistance
  • Cornering knobs add security for tricky turns
  • Graphane 2.0 compound delivers better wet weather grip
  • 4 compounds in the tread increase wear life and durability
  • XC Race 120TPI nylon casing drops grams
  • Tubeless compatible for flat protection and allows for lower pressures
  • Item #VIT004A
Compound
4C Graphene2.0
Construction
XC Race casing
Size
29 x 2.1in, 29 x 2.25in, 29 x 2.35in
Type
Tubeless
TPI
120
PSI
[29 x 2.25] max 58psi
Bead
Folding Aramid
Claimed Weight
[29 x 2.1in] 1lb 7oz (640g), [29 x 2.25in] 1lb 8oz (690g), [29 x 2.35in] 1lb 10oz (725g)
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year
Activity
cross-country, trail

Overall Rating

2.5 based on 2 ratings

Review Summary

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3 out of 5 stars

October 20, 2021

Tire as adverstized

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer
Size Bought:
2.2
Height:
5' 11"
Weight:
160

I admit I purchased these tires because I thought they were beautiful. Perfect sidewall color (better looking than the light or dark Maxxis tanwalls), nice graphics, Italian style (and I like Vittoria road tires). The price point was attractive as well as the low weight of these tires. As advertized, the Mezcals roll fast and are very efficient. They are absolutely perfect for racing or seeking Strava KOMs or PRs on hardpack dirt (I've gotten several with them). The almost solid center bead makes them incredibly efficient on pavement as well for a 2.2" mtb tire. But I have to say that unless one cares exclusively about the fine qualities mentioned above, these tires do not have great merit. Here's why: What surprised me most about the Mezcals is how hard they feel. The recommended lowest pressure is 29 psi. I ran them at 23 and still they were not very comfortable. I didn't dare go lower because of the worry of the lightweight/thin sidewall. Moreover, while they are efficient in perfect hardpack conditions, they are not very grippy in any other conditions. I've been rolling Maxxis 2.3 Ikon's on my hardtail carbon Niner Air 9 for years. They roll almost as fast as the Mezcals on pavement and hardpack but are much more comfortable and much grippier in a variety of terrains and weather conditions. I have a set of 2.0 Specialized Ground Controls on another hardtail that are more comfortable and more grippy then the Mezcals as well. My guess is that the rubber is just too hard. I got caught out in a crazy thunderstorm on the Mezcals and felt like I was wearing roller skates on an ice rink--all while my son riding Minions could stay on the trail just fine (he just might be a better rider than me too...). So I'll probably take these off and store them for some perfect race conditions. But I doubt I'll really ever put them back on. Time to go back to the Ikon, even if it doesn't look as cool and costs a little more.

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Bryan S
2 out of 5 stars

September 28, 2020

Buy the regular one.

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

Sidewall durability issue. Will try an inside patch job cause it's new, bummer.

Kevin M