Vittoria Peyote XC Race Tire — 29 x 2.4 Tubeless Ready Folding
This is Vittoria’s Peyote XC Race in the wider 29 x 2.4 format—a fast XC tire built for modern cross-country courses where speed, traction, and volume matter.
It pairs a low-profile race tread with a larger casing for added comfort and control without giving up efficiency.
Key Functional Details
- 29 x 2.4 XC race tire
- Tubeless-ready folding clincher
- Low-profile alternating V-shaped center tread for fast rolling
- Horizontal bar shoulder tread with large corner lugs for predictable handling
- 60 TPI Nylon Race Casing for supple ride feel with added puncture resistance
- Single Graphene + Silica race compound focused on speed and grip
- Bead Shield reinforcement for protection against rim strikes
- E25 e-bike rated (up to 25 kph / 15 mph)
- Approximate weight: 730g
- ISO 622 / true 29"
Compatibility & Technical Notes
- 29" / ISO 622 rims only
- Tubeless-ready (sealant and tubeless valves required)
- Compatible with modern XC and trail rims within manufacturer width guidelines
- Requires frame and fork clearance for true 2.4" casing
- E25 rated for pedal-assist e-bikes
- NOT intended for downhill or enduro-specific riding
Service / Ownership Context
This is a race-oriented XC tire with added volume for modern XC bikes. Expect quick rolling speed with improved comfort and cornering confidence compared to narrower race tires. Tubeless setup is strongly recommended.
Fit & Use Signals
- Good Fit: XC racers, marathon MTB riders, fast trail riders wanting more volume without moving to trail tires.
- Not A Fit: Enduro riding, sharp rock gardens, loaded bikepacking, or riders prioritizing maximum sidewall protection over speed.
Same Peyote race tread as the 2.25, just wider. More comfort and stability, still very much an XC tire.
Center tread is fast but light on braking bite. Works best on hardpack, mixed trail, and smoother XC courses.
2.4 measures wide on modern rims. Clearance check is mandatory, especially on older XC frames.
Race casing feels great but isn’t trail tough. Bead Shield helps rim strikes, not sidewall slashes.
These like tubeless around 17–23 PSI depending on rider weight. Too much pressure makes them skittish.
Riders love the speed with added volume. Complaints come from people riding chunky rock expecting trail durability.
Failure points: sidewall cuts in rocky terrain, faster wear if ridden mostly on pavement.
Who this is really for: modern XC racers and fast trail riders who want more footprint without going full trail tire.
Who should avoid: aggressive enduro riders, bikepackers, or anyone riding sharp limestone constantly.
Mechanic advice: run tubeless with fresh sealant, don’t overinflate, and if customer wants tougher casing steer them toward Mezcal or Vittoria trail options.