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Jjstandardz

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Jjstandardz

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Recently purchased a 15 sierra with the manufacture tires on it. Their not very good and starting to get pretty worn.

 

I live in north dakota so a lot of snow and ice here the majority of the year, on my last 05 silverado I had bfgoodrich k02s and there were really good tires, but they were pretty loud and that truck didnt drive the smoothest on the highway.

 

I'm wondering what tires people are running and would recommend for the climate up here. I dont want to compromise the ride quality to much because i love how smooth this truck drives, that's why I was a little concerned about getting another set of all terrains like the k02s.

truckguy82 Senior Enthusiast

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11 minutes ago, Jjstandardz said:

Recently purchased a 15 sierra with the manufacture tires on it. Their not very good and starting to get pretty worn.

 

I live in north dakota so a lot of snow and ice here the majority of the year, on my last 05 silverado I had bfgoodrich k02s and there were really good tires, but they were pretty loud and that truck didnt drive the smoothest on the highway.

 

I'm wondering what tires people are running and would recommend for the climate up here. I dont want to compromise the ride quality to much because i love how smooth this truck drives, that's why I was a little concerned about getting another set of all terrains like the k02s.

I lived in north dakota for 4 years, I was stationed at grand forks afb.

 

the snow is way less harsh there compared to the northeast. It’s more like white sand then snow, and because they don’t salt the roads there really isn’t any slush. Add to the fact that it’s all flat and you’re not really tested for traction all that much going up inclines all the time, like say in vermont, I would think a nice all season would do the job.

 

That being said. I got around fine in my lowered fwd turbo civic with summer tires, minus the one time I hydroplaned on the snow and into the middle of the road lol.

 

If you want a dedicated snow tire I hear you, but I cannot possibly be happier with my sumitomo encounter HT. One of the cheapest tires for our truck and I absolutely love them in rain, dry, and snow. Just bought some for my wife’s suv as well.

 

as for a dedicated off-road/snow tire, never had one so can’t be much of assistance

 

since the winter season is so long there. It makes more sense for you than most to switch out tires seasonally. Dedicated snow tires/wheels in the winter and highway tires in the summer.

CamGTP Senior Enthusiast

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My current truck came with Firestone destination LE2's on it, they work great in all weather condition so far. I live in Minnesota as well.

 

I'd say those or even the bridgestone dueler RH-S's are a great tire. Both are more of a highway tread style tire that can still be used almost anywhere. They won't be loud or ride really bad like some of the more nobby looking truck tires.

 

I do agree though, if you can swing it, get some snow tires for winter and swap them for summer tires in the warmer months.

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2 hours ago, Jjstandardz said:

Recently purchased a 15 sierra with the manufacture tires on it. Their not very good and starting to get pretty worn.

 

I live in north dakota so a lot of snow and ice here the majority of the year, on my last 05 silverado I had bfgoodrich k02s and there were really good tires, but they were pretty loud and that truck didnt drive the smoothest on the highway.

 

I'm wondering what tires people are running and would recommend for the climate up here. I dont want to compromise the ride quality to much because i love how smooth this truck drives, that's why I was a little concerned about getting another set of all terrains like the k02s.

Falken Wildpeak AT3W, the have the 3-peak mountain symbol and so they are tow rated, great tires

HeySkippyDog Senior Enthusiast

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I like the OEM-offered Michelins like they used on Tahoe/Suburban/Yukon/XL with 18s. The ride quality, wear rate, and performance on slick hard surfaces is pretty awesome. They don't look like much to the eye, but I believe they're the best tire I've ever bought.

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Bash74 Enthusiast

Bash74

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GoodYear Duratrac or Nokian Hakkapeliitta. Been through a lot of tires and these are the 2 best performing tires I trust. I spend 6 months of the year in snow and ice and these tires get it done even when it gets into the -50s.

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amxguy1970 Senior Enthusiast

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A few of the recommendations are going to ride worse and be louder than the BFG's as they are hybrid tires which are between an AT and MT tire (Wildpeak AT3w and Duratrac). Though they are good in snow for all intensive purposes they are going to ride worse and be louder in regular driving and heavier as they are usually only available in E-rated sizes. If you are wanting to keep the ride stay with a P-rated tire unless you plan on towing often or leave the pavement regularly for rough terrain. Sounds like the Cooper AT3 4s would be right down your alley. They are a less aggressive than the KO's yet still have some good looks. They have a deep tread for a p-rated tire (14/32 in the size I am looking at) and they are 3 peak mountain rated and known for a solid quiet ride with excellent traction. Give them a look, they have a long warranty and are US made...

 

Tyler

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A few of the recommendations are going to ride worse and be louder than the BFG's as they are hybrid tires which are between an AT and MT tire (Wildpeak AT3w and Duratrac). Though they are good in snow for all intensive purposes they are going to ride worse and be louder in regular driving and heavier as they are usually only available in E-rated sizes. If you are wanting to keep the ride stay with a P-rated tire unless you plan on towing often or leave the pavement regularly for rough terrain. Sounds like the Cooper AT3 4s would be right down your alley. They are a less aggressive than the KO's yet still have some good looks. They have a deep tread for a p-rated tire (14/32 in the size I am looking at) and they are 3 peak mountain rated and known for a solid quiet ride with excellent traction. Give them a look, they have a long warranty and are US made...
 
Tyler
That is true, but everyone I know where I live have 2 sets of tires. Winter set and a set for the rest of the year. So don't have to worry about the ride quality or sound.

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