The Nukeproof ARDs were in stock briefly two weeks ago and I was able to snag a pair. They feel very firm to the touch, so much so that I could only compress it a few millimeters with my fingers. Setup (with WTB Vigilante 27.5x2.5s, tough high grip front and back) was more difficult than a standard tubeless tire, not as bad as some of the horror stories I've heard about Cushcore, and probably more difficult than the Huck Norris. They look to fill the tire well and are large enough to provide some sidewall support, but they only weigh about as much as an inner tube. I've only got one ride on them, plus a few laps on the one drop and one jump in my backyard, but I like them so far. I ran around 5-7 psi lower than usual front and rear and didn't feel like my rims were in danger, even on some fast sections with lots of sharp-edged rocks. Cornering grip was improved, and although it felt like the rear tire was squirming a bit more it still felt supported, and not like it would completely fold over or burp. I'll try and make a followup post on the forums at some point in the future, if you're interested. I hope they hold up well over time. For reference, I weigh about 215 sans pack, am a fairly aggressive rider, and ride a hardtail, a bad combination for my rims. Sorry for the wall of text.
April 26, 2019, 3:45 p.m. - Adam Grice
The Nukeproof ARDs were in stock briefly two weeks ago and I was able to snag a pair. They feel very firm to the touch, so much so that I could only compress it a few millimeters with my fingers. Setup (with WTB Vigilante 27.5x2.5s, tough high grip front and back) was more difficult than a standard tubeless tire, not as bad as some of the horror stories I've heard about Cushcore, and probably more difficult than the Huck Norris. They look to fill the tire well and are large enough to provide some sidewall support, but they only weigh about as much as an inner tube. I've only got one ride on them, plus a few laps on the one drop and one jump in my backyard, but I like them so far. I ran around 5-7 psi lower than usual front and rear and didn't feel like my rims were in danger, even on some fast sections with lots of sharp-edged rocks. Cornering grip was improved, and although it felt like the rear tire was squirming a bit more it still felt supported, and not like it would completely fold over or burp. I'll try and make a followup post on the forums at some point in the future, if you're interested. I hope they hold up well over time. For reference, I weigh about 215 sans pack, am a fairly aggressive rider, and ride a hardtail, a bad combination for my rims. Sorry for the wall of text.