We want to replace the OEM tires (225/75/15 "D" load range) on our 2012 Keystone Laredo 275SBH fifth wheel. It's sticker empty weight is 7199, GVWR is 10k. We've never weighed it all stocked up, but I'd guess we're around 8500 lbs. We only haul shorter distances - 100 miles one way is typically the farthest we go however, we do have a 200 mile trip planned in a few weeks. For that, we don't plan to haul loaded with water. We live in Wisconsin, travel in Wisconsin, so we don't need to consider hauling through Death Valley for heat issues. We put on less than 1,000 miles/year. She's stored outside in the summer (May - Oct), inside in the winter.I read here that Carlisle makes a crappy tire, but it appears some are USA made, some are not. Their Trail RH tire was "redesigned" in 2011 so perhaps that tire is okay now. The local tire shop classifies both it and the Maxxis as their "BEST" quality tires. Questions1) Is load range D sufficient for our use?2) Is it really worth another $100 in cost to get the Maxxis M8008 over the Carlisle RH? If so WHY? Thanks in advance...

My rig also has a 10K GVWR and we are thrilled with the service our Maxxis tires are delivering. We travel extensively through a variety of temps and terrain and thus far our Maxxis ST tires have provided the peace of mind we were looking for when we replaced all of our stock china bomb tires. You asked if Maxxis tires are worth the extra $100, a resounding YES is my answer and my guess is compared to Carlisle tires, many will have the same response.

If someone gave me all new Carlisle's I wouldn't use them again. Have they improved? Maybe but I'm not going to be their test subject.I've had no problems at all since going to Maxxiss and that's the only brand I'll use until time and other users experience suggest another brand is as trust worthy.

$100 is cheap insurance. We put about 22,000 miles on our Maxxis 8008s without incident including driving on some of the worst roads in New England. I'm not a rocket scientist (although I DID work in the Rocket factory) but my intuition tells me it can cost a LOT more than $100 to fix a blown trailer tire when you're 100 miles-or even 25 miles-from home.

$100.00 is a small price to pay vs sitting on the side of the freeway in the rain trying to change a tire...B.O.

Carlisle RH Trail vs Maxxis M8008 Tires GVWR 10k

Sandia_Man
Explorer II
Jul 02, 2013
My rig also has a 10K GVWR and we are thrilled with the service our Maxxis tires are delivering. We travel extensively through a variety of temps and terrain and thus far our Maxxis ST tires have provided the peace of mind we were looking for when we replaced all of our stock china bomb tires. You asked if Maxxis tires are worth the extra $100, a resounding YES is my answer and my guess is compared to Carlisle tires, many will have the same response.
ScottG
Nomad
Jul 02, 2013
If someone gave me all new Carlisle's I wouldn't use them again. Have they improved? Maybe but I'm not going to be their test subject.
I've had no problems at all since going to Maxxiss and that's the only brand I'll use until time and other users experience suggest another brand is as trust worthy.
hoopers
Explorer
Jul 02, 2013
Buy the Maxxis.
Alley_Fox
Explorer
Jul 02, 2013
$100 is cheap insurance. We put about 22,000 miles on our Maxxis 8008s without incident including driving on some of the worst roads in New England. I'm not a rocket scientist (although I DID work in the Rocket factory) but my intuition tells me it can cost a LOT more than $100 to fix a blown trailer tire when you're 100 miles-or even 25 miles-from home.
B_O__Plenty
Explorer II
Jul 02, 2013
$100.00 is a small price to pay vs sitting on the side of the freeway in the rain trying to change a tire...

B.O.
therink
Explorer
Jul 02, 2013
Maxxis. Go with LRE is your wheels can handle 80psi. Also, get them balanced.
midnightsadie
Explorer II
Jul 02, 2013
might look at towmaster tires I,ve had good luck with them and not as meny bucks as maxxis
ependydad
Explorer
Jul 02, 2013
When I was faced with replacing my camper tires, I ended up getting Maxxis as they had the most favorable reviews that I could find.

So far, I only have about 1,000 miles on them but I'm happy with them.
goducks10
Explorer
Jul 02, 2013
IMO you'll run our of service time before either will wear out. If you only put 1,000 miles a year on then that's 5-7,000 miles. Depending on what site you read, tire service life runs between 5 and 7 years. If you have had no tire wear issues in the past then your axles, weight and TT are balanced right. I would get the Carlisle's. Save your money as they will need to be replaced before they wear out. I just got done running 10,000 miles on GY Marathon's and our new 5'er has GY Marathon's also. We put about 4,000 a year on our units so I'm just sticking with the GY's. I've never run Maxxix or any other brand for that matter, so all I can base my opinion on is the good service from my so called China bomb GY's. With all that being said not many people come on here and complain about Maxxis, so that makes it a good choice too. FWIW when my time comes to replace the tires I will jump to 16" rims and LT tires.
Martyn
Nomad
Jul 02, 2013
I wouldn't put Carlisles on a wheelbarrow - oh wait my wheelbarrow does have a Carlisle, and it is constantly flat. Had a Carlisle blow out on my boat trailer while towing doubles as well - not fun. :(

My boat and 5er are now very happy with Maxxis all round. :)