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Tire Recommendation for Road Trip

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by SOLID, Feb 8, 2021.

  1. Feb 8, 2021 at 6:36 AM
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    SOLID

    SOLID [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I'll be taking a spring road trip that will involve 2,000 miles + of highway driving in my stock 3rd Gen TRD OR. I'm hoping to do some moderately aggressive roads like Black Gap in Big Bend National Park. What tires would you recommend that will be reasonable on the highway as well as sharp, stony trails?
     
  2. Feb 8, 2021 at 8:42 AM
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    Any recommendations? Seems like a similar trip you take. I forget what you set up you run??
     
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  3. Feb 8, 2021 at 1:54 PM
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    I don't think you can go wrong with BFG KO2's or Falken Wildpeaks. I ran KO2's for my road trip which did great on the highway as well as on trails. Make sure you get at least the Load C ratings.
     
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  4. Feb 8, 2021 at 2:07 PM
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  5. Feb 8, 2021 at 2:12 PM
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    Falken AT3w. mine have taken me all over the country on and off road.
     
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  6. Feb 10, 2021 at 1:34 PM
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    If you want something a little more agressive i liked my st maxx coopers, very flat resistant and still good manners.
     
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  7. Feb 10, 2021 at 1:42 PM
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    I'll add another data point to the Falken AT3. Good traction on loose rock and comfortable on highway. Those tires got me through a couple of mountains on a surprise late spring snow.
     
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  8. Feb 10, 2021 at 1:46 PM
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    That's good to know. Around here (South Louisiana) there's lots of advice for mud, snow/loose rock....not so much. I appreciate the feedback!
     
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  9. Feb 25, 2021 at 11:40 AM
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    Looks like I'll be getting Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac - 265/70R16 112S installed on Tuesday. Looks like these should be a reasonable, slightly boring solution for the 95% highway / 5% trails I'll be covering. I appreciate everyone's help. Thanks!
     

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