Comments on: Geax Saguaro 29 X 2.20 Tires: Final Review

By: captain bob

captain bob — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 01:20:57 +0000

Try a local Raleigh bike dealership. I know the one in my town has the 26er Saguaro spec’d on some models. I don’t know about the 26er but the 29er rolls just as smooth and fast as the Sedona but the corner on the Saguaro is not quite as good as the Sedona. I still love this tire.

Good luck!

By: JD

JD — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:51:49 +0000

I realize this was a review of the 29r version, but has anyone ridden the 26″ version? The primary reason the Sedona was my favorite 26r tire was the way it rolled easily over rocks compared to anythign else in its class. I still keep searching the web for leftover 2.25 Sedonas with black sidewalls but there apparently aren’t many out there any more Maybe the Sagauro will be my replacemetn for the big-volume, high-profile Sedona.

By: okwreckrider

okwreckrider — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 18:11:06 +0000

Try a loose gravel road with the tire turned in the “traction” rotational direction. I’ve had a lot better luck cornering since I flipped it. This is by far the best tire I’ve ever ridden.

By: GreenLightGo

GreenLightGo — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 10:44:42 +0000

I’ve started running mine in the ‘traction’ direction in the rear - there was no real noticeable increase in rolling resistance but I got some more tire hum on the pavement.

Agree with the traction issue on loose gravel roads. I road 8 miles of state fire roads in Tuskegee National Forest this past weekend, as long as I stayed in the tracks worn by cars, I was ok. If I wandered off into the rocky portion, they got a bit sketchy as the rocks rolled around underneath the tire.

Overall - great tire though.

By: anonymous

anonymous — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 14:39:26 +0000

Completely agree with the review. I am amazed at how much traction they consistently have. I haven’t had many pack up issues (here on the East coast) and when I have it didn’t noticeably diminish the traction.

My only issue was when there was when the trails were still a little damp (after the rain). They tire has gobs of traction except when it hits the roots. The almost complete lack of transition between full- and no traction was slightly unnerving. I did however get over it. I love these tires.

By: Captain Bob

Captain Bob — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 23:12:53 +0000

Vic….forgot to mention that the chainstay guard is an old lizard skin. It was size large back then. If I didn’t have it I would have used electrical tape. The lizard skin doesn’t cover the stay completely but I have no problems with the chain slapping the stay but keep in mind I am not running a small front chainring. Only a 36 tooth up front for me.

By: mud'n'sweat

mud'n'sweat — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 22:22:44 +0000

This tire is NOTHING like the WTB’s. I have used one up front all season here on the east coast with excellent results. I have run it rigid mainly, and with my Reba for some enduro’s with excellent results. I typically use a different tire out back (SB8 or XMark as of late). I agree with much of the review and highly recommend this tire myself. Rolls fast, corners well (except gravel as mentioned), fairly light for it’s volume.

By: Captain Bob

Captain Bob — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:29:20 +0000

Vic….I was running and XT hub with Alex anti-snakebite rims. Not the lightest but seem like strong wheels. I have never run anything larger than the Bontrager XR’s which is a large 2.20. I had plenty of room. I never even think about lateral flex with the Mamasita. I don’t even think it moves that way. Very impressive in my mind. I am 215lbs today but was around 222 when I completed my ride and never experienced any unwanted flex. I think you’ll be just fine.

For those of you who had riden the Saguaro’s……….be glad they are as popular or they would always be sold out.

By: fritZman

fritZman — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 18:48:52 +0000

Totally agree with the review.

This tire has done everythng for me. It has the weight (680gr) and speed to help me to a 3rd overall at a 100km enduro. But rare for a fast/light’ist tire, it also has the durability to withstand wicked technical trail rides - zero flats despite weighing 185lbs and running 24f/26r psi on a fully rigid setup.

By: Vic

Vic — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 17:21:26 +0000

Off topic question:

I see you are on a Mamasita. I just built one yesterday and am curious about what you are using to protect the chainstay. Also, what wheels are you running and can you get away with a 2.3 on the rear without getting rub on the off drive chain stay when the wheel flexes? I ask the last question because I have had this problem with my paragon. I weigh about 230 so my bike and rims wiggle a bit more than most.

Thanks,
Vic