After using different XC tires from Schwalbe, Continental and Maxxis. I think that Vittoria’s tires are a little better than their competitors. I used the Schwalbe Racing Ralf, the pattern design was good, the side casing wasn’t strong enough, I teared the side walls pretty easy. Then I changed to Continental Race King and X King, both tires rolled fast, but their lack grip, they were also harder to set tubeless and didn’t seal punctures well, even if the whole was minuscule and I used the continental branded sealant. After that I used Maxxis’s Ikons and Crossmarks, but I had really big problems with teared side walls, even with the EXO casing. The Ikons don’t have much grip on loose conditions. Finally, from Vittoria I have use Barzo, Saguro and Mezcal and I haven’t have any problems set them it tubeless and they seal punctures really well. Barzo is the best all arounder tire, Saguaro has an aggressive pattern, but they do not clear mud really well and Mezcal rolls great, but the Barzo has better grip in most conditions.
I agree, the vittoria's are super nice, I'm on the Mezcal xcr and they have been great for grip and ok for speed. They can't come close to the Michelin Jet XCR in terms of rolling resistance, however the Mezcal's have slightly more edge grip. If you haven't tried the Jet XCR I'd give it a try, its light, durable, and it's the only tire that has actually felt faster. It feels like someone is pushing the bike forward on the flats, it's truly amazing. I plan on setting up a blog or a channel dedicated to bike tires, as it's expensive and frustrating to purchase all of these tires. Since I already have almost every tire made I might as well share my findings. Have fun!
I’m running two barzos, Really impressed with the grip and speed so far. I also have a peyote set. I think the mezcal tires would be my pick for xc speed without losing grip, I think they have better side knobs while possibly being faster than the peyote. Right now things are pretty messy on the trails near me and the barzo has been great even on wet root beds
LoveMTB yes! I had tried to find information on them and had some trouble, knowing what I know now I may have gone with mezcals over the peyote tires I initially purchased. I’ll be interested to see what you think of them!
I think on the tire rolling resistance website the mezcal had lower rolling resistance than the Ikon! If I ran Ikons where I live I’d use the exo version so the weight isn’t too far off. My peyote tires are lighter than the mezcal or barzo but have the same sidewall and I’ve ridden them on rocky trails with beds of baby head rocks where I was sure I’d get a puncture and they held up great. It was disconcerting to hear the rim striking the rocks through the tire in the rear, but no significant damage to be seen. This was after a season of xc racing and trail riding. For most of the trails around here I’d like more grip, I’ve done a lot of two wheel drifting around corners. I may run one in the back with a barzo up front this year. The casing is more elastic than a Maxxis Schwalbe or Specialized tire, almost adding suspension. It’s an interesting feeling at first but I like it.
LoveMTB Yes, I mainly was using them on a 110mm specialized camber, definitely felt the difference. I’m really appreciating that supple feel on my 100mm Singlespeed hardtail now. It’s definitely welcome. Not as pronounced with tubes, but still very noticeable.
I have experienced with the saguaro tire...at that time it was geax saguaro. Now vittoria saguaro. 120tpu tire with nobby xc thread design. The thing that striked me most their rubber compound for loose and hard terrain which is used on this tire are lasts really good. Which you wound not understand with couple of days of usuage. But over time you would certainly get this. One weakness though, in muddy condition this would loose it's grip so easily sometimes people might think this is the first time riding you on the trail...dnt know how to brake...dnt knw how to control...so on.
Using the Mezcal on my mtb mainly on paved trails and some hard pack, pressure around 38psi, I'm 240lbs and these tires hold up well, I needed a tough tire, will get another set when they wear out.
Hello there an thank you for this quick "unboxing" video. I never had Vittoria tires but I have Geax tires, which as I know are now under Vittoria brand. I have Geax Barro Race 29x2.0 sure for last two years and for my type of usage they are fine. I have them in TL setup with DT rims and I never had a flat or something similar. I also ride down the sairs made of stone and they were great. Now I am considering to get Mezcal and Barzo
i have the Barzo 29erx2.25 wide tire in the front and i like it plenty of grip in most conditions looking to the try the same back tire when the wetter gets better
I am thinking on this brand but my question. Which one would you run in the front do you do front specific or could you do the mezcal on both I have always done separate tires front and back
I have a 26" Lapierre zesty 214, 2010 and live in Sweden.. I really like the bike but will soon buy a 29" trail bike. I've always ridden conti race king in all kind of situations. Love the low rolling resistance and the great grip they actually have. Mud and loose berms are its weakness for sure. I'm probably going for RK rear and barzo front. We'll see but thanks for the review!
Just tried the Brazo 2.35 in front. Great tire, and as you said finally no wobble, in contrast with my latest experiences with the xx brand. Decent price too. Now just trying to decide what width of the Mezcal to get for the back.
Okay right now I have the Mezcal 29X2.35 in the front, and the Barzo 29X2.35 in the rear. I live in Northern Minnesota and works real good, what setup would you use on the current tires I have?
My Vittoria Barzo (gumwall color) blew through the sidewall with a small hole in 50 miles in less of cross country Northeast Ct trails (rocky). Sidewall is wearing noticably thus the one leak which filled with Stans as I washed the tires with a bristle brush. Maybe the brush wore the tire sidewall?!... not going to buy again. Traction is good and I am running this only in the front on a Cannondale Scalpel.
I have a 2018 Spectral and now running Mezcal 2.6 4 compound and I couldn't be happier, improved rolling resistance over factory DHF and grip in the trails is excellent on roots, leaves, rocks,etc. and the tires are so supple, durable and smooth riding, certainly will buy again
I’m using panaracer driver 29 pro at the moment, great tyres for dry and hard compact surfaces not great in the wet muddy trails and very loose rocky trails I’m actually looking into getting mezcal tnt g 29er’s 👍
Im struggling with what combo to get …. Any advice? Agarro 2.6 front, 2.35 rear Aggaro f ?, Barzo r ? Dissector 2.4 f, rekon 2.4 rear Rekon 2.5 f, 2.4 rear The Vittoria tires seem a bit heavier, but it seems the quality is better. Extra info: i ride mostly Simcoe trails and 3 stage. Rims are 30mm internal. Thanks for such detailed reviews. Great work!
@@rueljamesdelfino2286 based on other reviews for the Mezcal, that’s the consensus. The close knobs down the center are supposed to make this tire with less rolling resistance on pavement. I’m interested in these tires. Might give them a try. Some riders are using a combination of Mezcal and Barzo.
Hey. Are you still using the Vittorias? I'm interested in how did the Barzo aged and how does it feel on the trail in time...planning on getting one or maybe 2 very soon :) Thanks!
Great review and details thanks! What do you think of using the Barzo on the rear as a replacement for 2.35" Maxxis Ignitor? I just put a Michelin Force AM 2.35" on the front and love it but need to replace the rear in a couple of months.
Thank you for the clear and detailed information. How do you feel with the tires after riding them? I Recently dumped my rigid 26er and got a 29er epic '12 which dropped my jaw how it just keeps rolling with minimal effort. It had installed Onza Canis 2.25 in tubeless which felt good but I'm not so sure if tubeless is the right thing for me since my riding involes longer distance with mostly hardpack and taking shortcuts trough the forest so maybe not enough benefits for me. To be honest I much rather deal with a spare tube or bit of glue in case of a puncture or a broken spoke while on the road instead of having to deal with that latex. While I uninstalled both tubeless wheels I spent 3h cleaning the wheels and the tires inner walls were ruined with latex residue so I dont know how could I ever use them with a latex inner tube since the friction could pinch a hole with time. I have no previous experience with latex tubes but got a pair of vittorias which are waiting for my tire decision. I live in Finland and was thinking a bit wider tire could make it without studs and I like that vittorias tire dimensions are close to actual measure. I first looked at the Continental Crossking but I see they are a bit narrower than I would like. Vittorias tires like to be on the heavier side but the weight seems to have its purpose to make a reliable tire that has a low rolling resistance which I think is more important than weight. Acceleration and uphill should be easier with a lighter tire right? For me between Barzo and Mezcal I think Barzo 2.35 is my choice for all-purpose and especially upcoming winter. Next spring I would like to try the Mezcal to compare the rolling characteristic between the two.
@@LoveMTB Will have to try the Mezcal later. What is your opinion about tubeless setup without sealant? Could it work for recreational riding while carrying a tube and/or tubeless patch?
@@jont7318 I ran UST tires with UST rims without sealant from 2001-2006 (Michelin, Panaracer, Hutchinson UST tires on Bontrager and Mavic UST rims). It works, but only if you have UST tires & rims and was still a big improvement over tubes in desert racing. With the new tubeless-ready tires, the tire bead doesn't seat well enough on the tubeless-ready rims to run without sealant. The tires won't seal and will burp air--I don't think you could get very far before they run flat. I switched to using sealant in 2007. You have a much wider selection of tires and rims with that set-up. I don't even see UST tires for sale much anymore.
Hi LoveMTB. I have couple questions. What is your opinion in comparison between Forekaster and Barzo both 2.35 as a front tire. (Forkaster 2.35 120TPI/ EXO dual ) in terms of grip, rolling resistance and suppleness . For rear tire I currently running Conti Protection Crossking 2.2 (615gr) , before it I used Rekon 2.25 3c . Looking for some alternative as Mezcal 2.25 TNT ~710gr , is the weight for 100gr difference between them worth the rolling resistance that Mezcal can provide ? Thanks for your interesting videos.
@@LoveMTB Thanks Danny. What do you think about racing ray addixspeedgrip vs barzo and forekaster as a front tire . All in 2.35. Which one will have the most grip and which will have better rolling resistance.
@@LoveMTB I have an hardtail 29er, internal width of the rims is 26 mm. Do you mean my weight? Now I'm 75 kg. Thank you! I think that I'll go on the front with 2.35 Barzo, on the rear with 2.35 Mezcal
@@LoveMTB Well I have the XR3 up front, XR1 in the rear but I need to replace it. Just got another XR1 but considering just changing all of it to this set :)
@@LoveMTB To each their own, I guess! The most recent XR1 is miles ahead of the old one and holds its own in different conditions for me. Rounded and predictable.
Hi, did I well see that you installed the tires on the hookless rim? I assume you went the tubeless way. Is this combination okay and no problem? I haven't received an answer from Vittoria to my question about Barzo / Mezcal compatibility with the Mavic Crossmax hookless wheels.
I have great respect for Vittoria, run Saguaro, Goma, Jafaki. I wish they were cheaper though. In shops they can exceed RRP and if not, they very rarely being sold below locally. Only online prices can get a bit more attractive. Unfortunatelly with some mysterious sale of VeeTire from one shop on allegro platform in Poland, nothing can compete with value of those and really there is no point in buying any other tires before the shop runs out. A double ply 120tpi dual compound top of the line VeeTire can be purchased for 16 euro
@@LoveMTB Yeah I don't get it either, Chinese and far east brands are getting some attention from bloggers and on forums in Poland, but for average less knowledgeable rider, those brands do not exist. Maybe the shop was struggling with shifting them and decided to get rid of the stock completely, not sure. I do regreat, that I have enough tires atm, and kinda planning on swapping to 29" after I wear the ones I have. But who knows what will happen, so I would rather not stock up.
Hi , haha I was just in your other video man ! Great videos , a question, can I use those vittoria in regular rims ? Meaning no tubeless ready ? Thanks
Please tell me about Presta Valve in detail. In our country there very less expensive bikes. And Presta Valves are very Rear to see and no body have knowledge about that even bike shops and mechanics. I want to convert my non-tubeless ready mtb in tubeless and I want to know everything! I have watched 30+ videos even yours about this but didn't get right knowledge!😢
Thanks for another informative review. I do easy hard pack trail riding, nothing technical, so purchased a pair of the Mescals for both front and back and waiting for delivery. I have to do some pavement riding before my trails so I liked the continuous center thread design of the Mascals. They were sold out just about everywhere.
Nice. Do they roll good. Thinking about the doble barzo or barzo upfront and mezcal in the rear. I switch from pedally long hardpack rides to pretty aggressive rocky routes on my specialized chisel hardtail.
How is the mezcal on wet conditions?i’m ridding a hard tail and i don’t know if i should buy the barzo for front and rear or the barzo in front and the mezcal in the rear...same 2.35 but i shoul use them all year long and some times on tarmac..
Thanks for the video. I'm considering the Barzo 2.35 front/ Mezcal 2.35 rear combination, but I have Kovee 23 rims that have internal rim width of 22.5mm. I'm currently running 2.2 tyres. I can't find any solid info on the minimum rim width for the 2.35 tyres. Do you think the 2.35 tyres will be OK on my 22.5mm rims?
@@LoveMTB Very pleased with these tires. I've been running a set of 2.35 Mescals front and back in dry conditions. Super fast with good traction in climbs and they hold corners well too. I also ride on some pavement to get to some of my dirt trails and the roll very well over pavement due to the design of the center knobs.
@@LoveMTB what is your suggestion for flowy trail with rock gardens and roots? I'm coming off DHF/DHR. I ride in Southern Ontario. 95% dry conditions. Would you go barzo front and back or keep mezcal rear?
@@LoveMTB warned meaning far less grip/traction? Also, I have a new aggressor I haven't tried yet and may run that for the fall with leaves falling and then run the mezcal/barzo next spring/summer...thoughts?
Great tires description right here. My hardtail came with Barzo/Mezcal combo (both 2.25) and i really liked it. I mainly ride in dirt roads and trails, pavement also but just as a path going to the trails (doesn't mean It is a short path). Right now is almost time to change the rear tire and i considered switching to other brands, like Schwalbe Racing Ralph, Maxxis Ardent Race or Ikon.. but everytime i do some research or read/watch a review i end up reaching to the conclusion that i should stick with the Vittoria ones (now i have to figure out If It will be another Mezcal or a Barzo). Anyway, If you have any advice on that i would appreciate.
@@LoveMTB It seem that It does fit, but with not too much clearence, It would be tight i think (with mud i think would even touch the frame). I'll try to give It a test somehow, i agree it would be better. But i'm having a good experience with the 2.25" you know, cannot complain. Thanks for the advice.
In my experience it is rare that vittoria tyres are not achieving quoted width. Most times they were the biggest tyres I've meassured. HOWEVER graphene series is relatively new model, from wide rims fashion era and possibly 26mm internal is not what they had in mind although I'd say 25-27mm is to me a very sweet spot for width vs weight and practicality. I don't like casing sticking out beyond side knobs as it promotes sidewall cuts. My Dartmoor Thunder rims are 32mm internal and are designed for up to 2,6" according to spec, which to me is quite too wide for that aplication, but seems like wide rims fashion has got outta hand a bit. So I'd say 2,35" should have quoted width even with narrower rims than Yours. Verry dissapointing from Vittoria.
On my 9er RIP9 I used Saguaros front and rear for quite a while with the only complaint being overall volume. I ran a Barzo but it was killed pretty quickly by my SoCal high desert terrain..... and I feel ya on tires wobbling. For the $ we spend for these tires, they should be far better. I will never use any Schwalbe tire again, unless I want to rub the paint off of the inside of my stays or fork.
Imho Saguaro is better than Barzo, Barzo loses its grip quite unpredictably over loose, Saguaro has a bit less ultimate grip but is more predictable. Also, my 2.2" (true 2,2" in size) Saguaro is larger in volume and thread width than 2,25" Barzo, but that might just be a defect.
@@justinwbohner seriously dude? One small typo, which doesn't change the meaning of the sentence, why are you so toxic bro? Never heard of auto spell check?
After using different XC tires from Schwalbe, Continental and Maxxis. I think that Vittoria’s tires are a little better than their competitors.
I used the Schwalbe Racing Ralf, the pattern design was good, the side casing wasn’t strong enough, I teared the side walls pretty easy.
Then I changed to Continental Race King and X King, both tires rolled fast, but their lack grip, they were also harder to set tubeless and didn’t seal punctures well, even if the whole was minuscule and I used the continental branded sealant.
After that I used Maxxis’s Ikons and Crossmarks, but I had really big problems with teared side walls, even with the EXO casing. The Ikons don’t have much grip on loose conditions.
Finally, from Vittoria I have use Barzo, Saguro and Mezcal and I haven’t have any problems set them it tubeless and they seal punctures really well. Barzo is the best all arounder tire, Saguaro has an aggressive pattern, but they do not clear mud really well and Mezcal rolls great, but the Barzo has better grip in most conditions.
Have you ever tried Hutchinson cobra, taipan or phyton 2??
I’ve use Hutchison python’s in the past
Not as good as the panaracer driver
But I’m actually looking forward to buying the mezcal
Arnaldo S. So you using barso front and mezcal rear?
I agree, the vittoria's are super nice, I'm on the Mezcal xcr and they have been great for grip and ok for speed. They can't come close to the Michelin Jet XCR in terms of rolling resistance, however the Mezcal's have slightly more edge grip. If you haven't tried the Jet XCR I'd give it a try, its light, durable, and it's the only tire that has actually felt faster. It feels like someone is pushing the bike forward on the flats, it's truly amazing. I plan on setting up a blog or a channel dedicated to bike tires, as it's expensive and frustrating to purchase all of these tires. Since I already have almost every tire made I might as well share my findings. Have fun!
@@sturdyvw that'd be great on your vids, thanks for confirmation on vittoria
I've got to give these a spin.
Love the Mezcal. Am going to try the barzo/mezcal combo for the NUE races on the technical days this season though
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I’m running two barzos, Really impressed with the grip and speed so far. I also have a peyote set. I think the mezcal tires would be my pick for xc speed without losing grip, I think they have better side knobs while possibly being faster than the peyote. Right now things are pretty messy on the trails near me and the barzo has been great even on wet root beds
LoveMTB yes! I had tried to find information on them and had some trouble, knowing what I know now I may have gone with mezcals over the peyote tires I initially purchased.
I’ll be interested to see what you think of them!
Hi and what do you think about Mezcal / Mezcal combo for dry and lose technical riding? I´m not riding in the wet :)
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I think on the tire rolling resistance website the mezcal had lower rolling resistance than the Ikon! If I ran Ikons where I live I’d use the exo version so the weight isn’t too far off. My peyote tires are lighter than the mezcal or barzo but have the same sidewall and I’ve ridden them on rocky trails with beds of baby head rocks where I was sure I’d get a puncture and they held up great. It was disconcerting to hear the rim striking the rocks through the tire in the rear, but no significant damage to be seen. This was after a season of xc racing and trail riding. For most of the trails around here I’d like more grip, I’ve done a lot of two wheel drifting around corners. I may run one in the back with a barzo up front this year.
The casing is more elastic than a Maxxis Schwalbe or Specialized tire, almost adding suspension. It’s an interesting feeling at first but I like it.
LoveMTB Yes, I mainly was using them on a 110mm specialized camber, definitely felt the difference. I’m really appreciating that supple feel on my 100mm Singlespeed hardtail now. It’s definitely welcome. Not as pronounced with tubes, but still very noticeable.
In the rolling resistance website even the Barzos had better rolling resistance than the ikons and the Aspens!.
Can I put 29x2.35 on rims 28 tickness🤔
Yes 👍🏻 ✅
I have experienced with the saguaro tire...at that time it was geax saguaro. Now vittoria saguaro. 120tpu tire with nobby xc thread design. The thing that striked me most their rubber compound for loose and hard terrain which is used on this tire are lasts really good. Which you wound not understand with couple of days of usuage. But over time you would certainly get this. One weakness though, in muddy condition this would loose it's grip so easily sometimes people might think this is the first time riding you on the trail...dnt know how to brake...dnt knw how to control...so on.
Why My barzo tire 29' 2.35 is slippery in road.
Not a road tire really High pressure, tall knobs, no good on ashfalt
Using the Mezcal on my mtb mainly on paved trails and some hard pack, pressure around 38psi, I'm 240lbs and these tires hold up well, I needed a tough tire, will get another set when they wear out.
Do the Mezcal tires feel a little squishy at 38psi? I'm 215lbs at around 45psi on Bontragers thanks for your comment!
🤔could i run barzos front an rear in the winter? And throw on a mezcal in the summer, im in the uk🤔
@@stevebennett3587 guess so
It's good for asphalt?
If this is former Geax I will have to give them a try. I used Geax Blade back in the day. Only thing to fly through Belgian mud.
Is the barzo fast rolling on pavements?
Hello there an thank you for this quick "unboxing" video. I never had Vittoria tires but I have Geax tires, which as I know are now under Vittoria brand. I have Geax Barro Race 29x2.0 sure for last two years and for my type of usage they are fine. I have them in TL setup with DT rims and I never had a flat or something similar. I also ride down the sairs made of stone and they were great. Now I am considering to get Mezcal and Barzo
@@LoveMTB that is exactly what I mostly ride. Alao gravel and tarmac too
I’m running a set of Vittoria Morsa.... love them on the looser trails by me. The Mezcals I like to give a go on they look like a fast tire😎
i have the Barzo 29erx2.25 wide tire in the front and i like it plenty of grip in most conditions looking to the try the same back tire when the wetter gets better
Great XC combo, I can’t wait to try it on mine
Great indeed
It says Vittoria tire size 2.35, but when measuring with a caliper 2.25?
They're narrow...
@@LoveMTB nope only aut from the box they stretch over time to 2.35
this is because of the stiff side walls the tire just needs some work
They did not stretch
@@LoveMTB how can they on 26mm rim
I am thinking on this brand but my question. Which one would you run in the front do you do front specific or could you do the mezcal on both I have always done separate tires front and back
I have a 26" Lapierre zesty 214, 2010 and live in Sweden.. I really like the bike but will soon buy a 29" trail bike. I've always ridden conti race king in all kind of situations. Love the low rolling resistance and the great grip they actually have. Mud and loose berms are its weakness for sure. I'm probably going for RK rear and barzo front. We'll see but thanks for the review!
Just tried the Brazo 2.35 in front. Great tire, and as you said finally no wobble, in contrast with my latest experiences with the xx brand. Decent price too. Now just trying to decide what width of the Mezcal to get for the back.
Hi have you tried maxxis rekon race? How do they compare to the mezcal?
Okay right now I have the Mezcal 29X2.35 in the front, and the Barzo 29X2.35 in the rear. I live in Northern Minnesota and works real good, what setup would you use on the current tires I have?
I realize that the Barzo is almost identical to the Continental Cross King, which tire is better overall? Especially in durability?
Hi, any update on these tires? Issues?
How about the graywall? Is it good?
@@LoveMTB do you still recommend these combo? Im in more into roads with light trails or should I use mezcal/mzecal set?
My Vittoria Barzo (gumwall color) blew through the sidewall with a small hole in 50 miles in less of cross country Northeast Ct trails (rocky). Sidewall is wearing noticably thus the one leak which filled with Stans as I washed the tires with a bristle brush. Maybe the brush wore the tire sidewall?!... not going to buy again. Traction is good and I am running this only in the front on a
Cannondale Scalpel.
How would you rate them vs the scorpion xc?
Scorpion XC RC every time, not even close - volume, comfort, overall grip
@@LoveMTB even in terms of casing stability? I keep on wondering how does the puncture resistance par with the Vittoria offering..
@@TheBIKEDEALZ ours were very very good, not that I had issues with Vittoria. But larger tire helps with that also so XC RC for us.
my barzos punctured after i ran over a thorne lol. ive now gone for continetals race king shield wall
I have a 2018 Spectral and now running Mezcal 2.6 4 compound and I couldn't be happier, improved rolling resistance over factory DHF and grip in the trails is excellent on roots, leaves, rocks,etc. and the tires are so supple, durable and smooth riding, certainly will buy again
@@LoveMTB Thanks,,i will keep the Barzo in mind
I’m using panaracer driver 29 pro at the moment, great tyres for dry and hard compact surfaces not great in the wet muddy trails and very loose rocky trails
I’m actually looking into getting mezcal tnt g 29er’s 👍
Kombi Vittoria Mezcal oder Schwalbe Racing Ralf better for Asphalt?
@@LoveMTB Danke
Thanks..How are they? Any new feedback?
@@LoveMTBRad thanks!
Im struggling with what combo to get …. Any advice?
Agarro 2.6 front, 2.35 rear
Aggaro f ?, Barzo r ?
Dissector 2.4 f, rekon 2.4 rear
Rekon 2.5 f, 2.4 rear
The Vittoria tires seem a bit heavier, but it seems the quality is better.
Extra info: i ride mostly Simcoe trails and 3 stage. Rims are 30mm internal.
Thanks for such detailed reviews. Great work!
It was not useful/worth use it in rear wheel? Only in front? Thank you.
@@LoveMTB for slight damp condition? 2.6 front 2.35 rear barzo?
Can I mount these 2.35 tires on a 20mm inner diameter rim or is 2.25 enough?
Hi there idol! How is mezcal in asphalt or road or hard pack have you tried it what can you say about it is it fast rolling in the road or asphalt?
@@LoveMTB i mean how the mezcal roll in pavement or asphalt does it roll very fast compare to other brand? Thanks
Awesome review bud, thank you.
Is the mezcal fast rolling on pavement and grippy on trails? I would like to have one. Thanks for the reply.
@@rueljamesdelfino2286 based on other reviews for the Mezcal, that’s the consensus. The close knobs down the center are supposed to make this tire with less rolling resistance on pavement. I’m interested in these tires. Might give them a try. Some riders are using a combination of Mezcal and Barzo.
Which one is good for the travel mtb bike?
Mezcal
Hey. Are you still using the Vittorias? I'm interested in how did the Barzo aged and how does it feel on the trail in time...planning on getting one or maybe 2 very soon :) Thanks!
Yes and yes, good tires
How do you find them compared to the pirelli scorpions XC RC
Vai in bici o sei il controllo qualità di Vittoria?
Non sono sicuro di aver capito la tua domanda...
Great review and details thanks! What do you think of using the Barzo on the rear as a replacement for 2.35" Maxxis Ignitor? I just put a Michelin Force AM 2.35" on the front and love it but need to replace the rear in a couple of months.
Thank you for the clear and detailed information. How do you feel with the tires after riding them? I Recently dumped my rigid 26er and got a 29er epic '12 which dropped my jaw how it just keeps rolling with minimal effort. It had installed Onza Canis 2.25 in tubeless which felt good but I'm not so sure if tubeless is the right thing for me since my riding involes longer distance with mostly hardpack and taking shortcuts trough the forest so maybe not enough benefits for me. To be honest I much rather deal with a spare tube or bit of glue in case of a puncture or a broken spoke while on the road instead of having to deal with that latex. While I uninstalled both tubeless wheels I spent 3h cleaning the wheels and the tires inner walls were ruined with latex residue so I dont know how could I ever use them with a latex inner tube since the friction could pinch a hole with time.
I have no previous experience with latex tubes but got a pair of vittorias which are waiting for my tire decision. I live in Finland and was thinking a bit wider tire could make it without studs and I like that vittorias tire dimensions are close to actual measure. I first looked at the Continental Crossking but I see they are a bit narrower than I would like. Vittorias tires like to be on the heavier side but the weight seems to have its purpose to make a reliable tire that has a low rolling resistance which I think is more important than weight. Acceleration and uphill should be easier with a lighter tire right? For me between Barzo and Mezcal I think Barzo 2.35 is my choice for all-purpose and especially upcoming winter. Next spring I would like to try the Mezcal to compare the rolling characteristic between the two.
@@LoveMTB Will have to try the Mezcal later. What is your opinion about tubeless setup without sealant? Could it work for recreational riding while carrying a tube and/or tubeless patch?
@@jont7318 I ran UST tires with UST rims without sealant from 2001-2006 (Michelin, Panaracer, Hutchinson UST tires on Bontrager and Mavic UST rims). It works, but only if you have UST tires & rims and was still a big improvement over tubes in desert racing. With the new tubeless-ready tires, the tire bead doesn't seat well enough on the tubeless-ready rims to run without sealant. The tires won't seal and will burp air--I don't think you could get very far before they run flat. I switched to using sealant in 2007. You have a much wider selection of tires and rims with that set-up. I don't even see UST tires for sale much anymore.
I used before Geax Saguaro but this i want to try this Vittoria Mezcals and Barzo
Hi LoveMTB. I have couple questions. What is your opinion in comparison between Forekaster and Barzo both 2.35 as a front tire. (Forkaster 2.35 120TPI/ EXO dual ) in terms of grip, rolling resistance and suppleness . For rear tire I currently running Conti Protection Crossking 2.2 (615gr) , before it I used Rekon 2.25 3c . Looking for some alternative as Mezcal 2.25 TNT ~710gr , is the weight for 100gr difference between them worth the rolling resistance that Mezcal can provide ? Thanks for your interesting videos.
@@LoveMTB even the xking is 100 gr “rotational weight “ less havier than mezcal. So how rolling resistance plays vs weight.
@@LoveMTB Thanks Danny. What do you think about racing ray addixspeedgrip vs barzo and forekaster as a front tire . All in 2.35. Which one will have the most grip and which will have better rolling resistance.
How did you like these? Looking to purchase
I have barzo f and rear. Do you recommend front barzo and rear mezcal for faster rolling on tbe straights and climbs?
@@LoveMTB whatsbout continental race king protextion front rear 2.20s? I do mostly asphalt climbs and some off road like 20 percent . Not racing :)
Goma front and Morsa rear on my Enduro. Barzo front and Mezcal rear on my Downcountry XC bike 🔥 🔥🔥
2.25 or 2.35 for XC?
@@LoveMTB I have an hardtail 29er, internal width of the rims is 26 mm. Do you mean my weight? Now I'm 75 kg. Thank you! I think that I'll go on the front with 2.35 Barzo, on the rear with 2.35 Mezcal
@@LoveMTB I don't know for the weight of the tire, I just bought this 29er. Thank you for the advice!
Any idea how these compare to Bontrager XR1/2/3? I like Bonty tires but these seem great...
@@LoveMTB Well I have the XR3 up front, XR1 in the rear but I need to replace it. Just got another XR1 but considering just changing all of it to this set :)
@@LoveMTB To each their own, I guess! The most recent XR1 is miles ahead of the old one and holds its own in different conditions for me. Rounded and predictable.
Is mezcal available in 27.5 x 2.1?
Hi, did I well see that you installed the tires on the hookless rim? I assume you went the tubeless way. Is this combination okay and no problem? I haven't received an answer from Vittoria to my question about Barzo / Mezcal compatibility with the Mavic Crossmax hookless wheels.
I have great respect for Vittoria, run Saguaro, Goma, Jafaki. I wish they were cheaper though. In shops they can exceed RRP and if not, they very rarely being sold below locally. Only online prices can get a bit more attractive. Unfortunatelly with some mysterious sale of VeeTire from one shop on allegro platform in Poland, nothing can compete with value of those and really there is no point in buying any other tires before the shop runs out. A double ply 120tpi dual compound top of the line VeeTire can be purchased for 16 euro
@@LoveMTB Yeah I don't get it either, Chinese and far east brands are getting some attention from bloggers and on forums in Poland, but for average less knowledgeable rider, those brands do not exist. Maybe the shop was struggling with shifting them and decided to get rid of the stock completely, not sure. I do regreat, that I have enough tires atm, and kinda planning on swapping to 29" after I wear the ones I have. But who knows what will happen, so I would rather not stock up.
Did you happen to do a video on these after riding for a while?
I got the 2.6 trail version.
Nice. There are nit to many reviews on this combo. Was wondering if the barzo/barzo would beat the barzo/mezcal combo in most or all situations.
@@LoveMTB appreciate that.
Hi , haha I was just in your other video man ! Great videos , a question, can I use those vittoria in regular rims ? Meaning no tubeless ready ? Thanks
Would you recommend these on a 25 or 30mm inner width wheels?
@@LoveMTB thanks! Really enjoy your channel, keep up the good work!
Please comment when you have some information to compare with the Thunder Burts.
Mezcal is a corning beast, performs way better than it looks!
@@LoveMTB barzo front, mezcal rear? Is that a good combo?
Please tell me about Presta Valve in detail. In our country there very less expensive bikes. And Presta Valves are very Rear to see and no body have knowledge about that even bike shops and mechanics. I want to convert my non-tubeless ready mtb in tubeless and I want to know everything! I have watched 30+ videos even yours about this but didn't get right knowledge!😢
@@LoveMTB ok! Thanks a lot!😊💐
@@LoveMTB Sorry this was not useful.😔
Thanks for another informative review. I do easy hard pack trail riding, nothing technical, so purchased a pair of the Mescals for both front and back and waiting for delivery. I have to do some pavement riding before my trails so I liked the continuous center thread design of the Mascals. They were sold out just about everywhere.
I have the the barzo 29er back and front vittoria barro race 💪🤘🔝super tires
Nice. Do they roll good. Thinking about the doble barzo or barzo upfront and mezcal in the rear. I switch from pedally long hardpack rides to pretty aggressive rocky routes on my specialized chisel hardtail.
I just ordered a set of vittoria agarro , have you used them yet ?
Have you already tried them? How do they perform compared to barzo?
@@eduardaltimiras2492 I run Agarro on the back and Mazza on the front...I have not found a better tire combo, and I've run a ton of different tires.
@@John_D2 Those seem to be more to the enduro side, i’m looking for lighter trail tyres
@@eduardaltimiras2492 they are as light as trail tires.
How is the mezcal on wet conditions?i’m ridding a hard tail and i don’t know if i should buy the barzo for front and rear or the barzo in front and the mezcal in the rear...same 2.35 but i shoul use them all year long and some times on tarmac..
@@LoveMTB thanks for the answer!!!ill take 2 barzo and a mezcal 😁 so i’m covered!!
Thanks for the video. I'm considering the Barzo 2.35 front/ Mezcal 2.35 rear combination, but I have Kovee 23 rims that have internal rim width of 22.5mm. I'm currently running 2.2 tyres. I can't find any solid info on the minimum rim width for the 2.35 tyres. Do you think the 2.35 tyres will be OK on my 22.5mm rims?
FYI - the 2020 Mescal 2.35 are listed at 735g and mine weighed about 15g more than that.
@@LoveMTB Very pleased with these tires. I've been running a set of 2.35 Mescals front and back in dry conditions. Super fast with good traction in climbs and they hold corners well too. I also ride on some pavement to get to some of my dirt trails and the roll very well over pavement due to the design of the center knobs.
@@LoveMTB what is your suggestion for flowy trail with rock gardens and roots? I'm coming off DHF/DHR. I ride in Southern Ontario. 95% dry conditions. Would you go barzo front and back or keep mezcal rear?
@@LoveMTB warned meaning far less grip/traction? Also, I have a new aggressor I haven't tried yet and may run that for the fall with leaves falling and then run the mezcal/barzo next spring/summer...thoughts?
Vittoria Barro Race! a domination tire...buying right now!
Great tires description right here. My hardtail came with Barzo/Mezcal combo (both 2.25) and i really liked it. I mainly ride in dirt roads and trails, pavement also but just as a path going to the trails (doesn't mean It is a short path). Right now is almost time to change the rear tire and i considered switching to other brands, like Schwalbe Racing Ralph, Maxxis Ardent Race or Ikon.. but everytime i do some research or read/watch a review i end up reaching to the conclusion that i should stick with the Vittoria ones (now i have to figure out If It will be another Mezcal or a Barzo). Anyway, If you have any advice on that i would appreciate.
@@LoveMTB It seem that It does fit, but with not too much clearence, It would be tight i think (with mud i think would even touch the frame). I'll try to give It a test somehow, i agree it would be better. But i'm having a good experience with the 2.25" you know, cannot complain. Thanks for the advice.
I really want to try the Barzo but my rim is 30mm. I wish these came in a true 2.4” size. (yes, I know this video is 2 yr old)
Best tires.
Great vid!! 👍
How did you end up like the barzo in the front??
looks like wtb nano and conti x-king
isn't the vittoria barzo just as the continental cross king?
In my experience it is rare that vittoria tyres are not achieving quoted width. Most times they were the biggest tyres I've meassured. HOWEVER graphene series is relatively new model, from wide rims fashion era and possibly 26mm internal is not what they had in mind although I'd say 25-27mm is to me a very sweet spot for width vs weight and practicality. I don't like casing sticking out beyond side knobs as it promotes sidewall cuts. My Dartmoor Thunder rims are 32mm internal and are designed for up to 2,6" according to spec, which to me is quite too wide for that aplication, but seems like wide rims fashion has got outta hand a bit. So I'd say 2,35" should have quoted width even with narrower rims than Yours. Verry dissapointing from Vittoria.
Sidewall cuts how?
On my 9er RIP9 I used Saguaros front and rear for quite a while with the only complaint being overall volume. I ran a Barzo but it was killed pretty quickly by my SoCal high desert terrain..... and I feel ya on tires wobbling. For the $ we spend for these tires, they should be far better. I will never use any Schwalbe tire again, unless I want to rub the paint off of the inside of my stays or fork.
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Классная покрышка mezcal
Imho Saguaro is better than Barzo, Barzo loses its grip quite unpredictably over loose, Saguaro has a bit less ultimate grip but is more predictable. Also, my 2.2" (true 2,2" in size) Saguaro is larger in volume and thread width than 2,25" Barzo, but that might just be a defect.
@@LoveMTB forgot to mention, Barzo is a bit better in wet/mud than Saguaro though.
What is a thread width? You foreigners need to put some effort into your English.
@@justinwbohner seriously dude? One small typo, which doesn't change the meaning of the sentence, why are you so toxic bro?
Never heard of auto spell check?
@@piciu256 I approve of your spelling and grammar in this latest post. Well done. I'll call off ICE.
@@justinwbohner hopefully 2 years latter uve learnt some manners u muppet
Oh,wery heavy tires...
Those are heavy tires
The lack of rolling resistance on the Mezcal, more than makes up for any added weight
graphene is such marketing bs, i actually refuse to buy vittoria because of that