The updated Forekaster is aimed squarely at modern short travel (100mm-130mm) trail bikes - aka the “downcountry” segment Intended to be a “Goldilocks” tire, the new Forekaster rolls fast but also provides solid cornering and braking traction in a broad range of trail conditions. Densely packed tread pattern to increase rolling efficiency, taller side knobs to improve cornering grip, and raised ridges on the casing to promote mud clearing. When an Aspen isn’t enough tire but a Minion is too much, choose the Forekaster.