This tire is light, versatile and has great grip. I ride mostly flat areas with dry, rocky, dusty, loose over hard pack and the grip is amazing. Especially on turns. The side knobs really dig in when you lean into corners.
Personally I prefer the cross kings just based off of the rolling resistance of the two. These tires have amazing grip and have no issues with light mud and more techy terrain. I inflated them with Stan’s no tubes and have seen no leaks after the first 12 hours. They do not roll easily. If you ride cross these make great tires to train with. I have been racing for ~6 years now. I would buy again.
By far these are the fattest set of meats I’ve ever put on my Niner. However cornering is terrific and they roll really well. On hard pan shell rock trails they are the tire for firm corners with a bit of loose gravel. The 2x4 size clearance is tighter but fine. Conti’s are great treads and I am happy with these tires big time.🚵☮️