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MAXXIS REFUSE
Grip 9/10
Excellent grip on this tyre, and even when pumped right to the maximum psi, it grips on all surfaces.
Wear 8/10
The Refuse wears well, but since the compund is relatively softer than some other tyres, its life may not be as long. I think wear is traded for grip, and all for the better.
Puncture Protection 10/10
Though the tyre does get more cuts and nicks than the Specialized All Condition, it still does not puncture. It is really quite amazing.
Comfort 10/10
I had a colleague ride my Cannondale Capo 5 (a very stiff framed bike) and he said he was surprised by how supple the ride was. I knew this was the Maxxis Refuse's doing, as the same bike, with different tyres, was almost a lesson in self-torture. Excellent comfort.
**Weight (or perceived rolling weight) 7.5/10 **
Rolling weight is certainly acceptable. Nothing special, but nothing negative to report also.
**Speed (rolling resistance) 7/10 **
IMO this tyre, due to its softer compund, does not ride as fast as the Quick Step, but again, I think the trade off between comfort, grip, and puncture protection, make the ride not the fastest. Speed merchants will not want this for a time trial.
Appearance (or Looks, if it comes in colours) 5/10
The Refuse is supplied in other countries in 4 colours, but only black in the UK. This is a shame, as its an excellent tyre, and more choices would be more welcome. As I write this, I can confirm that I have spoken with the official importers (funnily enough, its not MAXXIS UK), and they have taken my comments under advisement. They will now consider whether to offer the Refuse in the UK in the other colours also. But this will not be now, but sometime in the future.
Price 8/10
Can be had for a quite reasonable £20, so its not bad really. A lot of ability, for a not obscene price.
Skidability ?/10
Again, I am guilty. I don't skid rubber, so I don't know how this would fare.
Overall rating / opinion 9/10
Overall, this tyre is brilliant in its functionality, and its design. For long-term commuting, and puncture-free riding, I can say that this tyre is almost impossible to beat.