Best Tires for Offroading

If you are looking for the best in off road tires then there are some questions that you need to answer first.

What is your preferred terrain for your off road jaunts?

If you prefer to drive in the snow or mud then you will need to look for some tires that have areas for high voiding as well as a design that allows for them to self-clean.  If you prefer more of a rocky terrain then you will need a tire that has a high resistance to punctures, bruises and cuts.  This tire should have lugs with bite in the sidewall as well as in the shoulder.  For dunes and sandy soil your best option would be a tire that is wider because this type of tire will give you a better ability to float and a reduction in digging.  If you are more of a gravel type of driver then you can go with a tire that doesn’t have such an aggressive tread pattern but you will want one that is resistant to punctures and has a tread that will eject any stones.

What grade is the terrain you prefer?

On hard, flat terrains you would most likely go with a tire that features a broad should and a tread design that isn’t too aggressive.  For mountains or hilly terrain you will need a tire that has biting edges that can help you crawl up and over.

Is your off road toy also your source of highway transportation and if it is, how important is tire wear, mileage, ride quality and road noise to you?

With off road tires you sacrifice the quietness of street tires as well as the ride quality for traction.  If you only spend a small amount of time off road then you might want to opt for an All-Terrain tire.  This type of tire compromises with the street manners and the capability it has off road.

How is your rig set up? 

Is your rig just as you got it from the dealer?  Has it been lifted or leveled?  Do you have flared fenders on it?  All of these things come into play when you are choosing the right tires.  These factors will play a part in the size of tires that you need as well as the types of terrains that you can tackle.

Pro Comp Tires

Pro Comp is in the business of making tires, wheels and suspension systems for off road enthusiasts.  They make tires of every type that was discussed in the preceding paragraphs.  Once you have answered those questions, take a look at the Pro Comp tires that have the features that you are looking for.