Completely agree! The Butcher T9 is an awesome alternative to the classic DHF!
I jumped from the original Schwalbe Hans Dampfs in Speedgrip compound my trail bike brought to a Butcher T9 front/DHF Maxxterra Exo+ rear, and against my prejudice, I produced a couple personal KOMs.
I expected the taller knobs and softer rubber to at least slow me down a bit, but the tighter knob spacing and more reactive compound seems to help the bike both rolling faster and better hugging the ground.
Also, they can be had really cheap almost new because most guys buying Specialized ebikes immediately take the T9 Grid Trails off and replace them with meatier tires.
March 24, 2024, 2:45 p.m. - Luix
Completely agree! The Butcher T9 is an awesome alternative to the classic DHF! I jumped from the original Schwalbe Hans Dampfs in Speedgrip compound my trail bike brought to a Butcher T9 front/DHF Maxxterra Exo+ rear, and against my prejudice, I produced a couple personal KOMs. I expected the taller knobs and softer rubber to at least slow me down a bit, but the tighter knob spacing and more reactive compound seems to help the bike both rolling faster and better hugging the ground. Also, they can be had really cheap almost new because most guys buying Specialized ebikes immediately take the T9 Grid Trails off and replace them with meatier tires.