With a design based on the popular Maxxcross IT tread pattern, the Maxxcross Desert IT has a specially engineered compound that increases durability in rocky or desert conditions by reducing chipping and cutting. Stiffer tire carcass design minimizes flex, reducing the chance of pinched tubes. Tall knob design improves traction when racing in sandy conditions. Tread compound optimized for longevity and to perform in a wide variety of desert terrains