New (Maxxis?) Tires

[zalle]

Hi guys, I run a giant emtb 27+ and I'm looking to get new tires.

I was considering a pair of Maxxis rekon's either 2.6 or 2.8.
I ride in Portugal, usually dry, a mix between xc and light trail.
Is the region a good option, And how about the 2.60 X 2.80 debate? (Should I bring in the 120tpi Vs 60tpi into the battle??)
I prefer comfort and durability.
Thanks for any help.

 

[Charliefox]

My Giant Trance E+3 has Maxxis Minion on the front and Rekons on the back. A couple of times on dry trails the front tyre skittered sideways without warning but OK in soft damp stuff. I may have been running them too hard, not being used to tubeless after my other bikes 26*2.1 tubed Kenda Nevegals which were amazing in the bogs but slow running. I will probably replace the Maxxis with the same again.

 

[Charliefox]

Update. decided to change to the latest Kenda Hellcat in the EMC casing which is made specifically for EMTBs. They are supposed to be a lot more free running than the ancient Nevegals I have on my other bikes. £50 each.