With over 30 members reporting issues with their Maxxis ST8008 I wouldn't say their the best. Not all Maxxis ST8008 have the nylon tread cap that helps hold the tire together.
However if you got good service and milage out of those old out dated Carlisle tires then the Maxxis may work for you
If your sticking with a ST I would go with the new and much improved Carlisle HD or Provider ST tires.
Or the best upgrade would be with a Goodyear Wrangler HT in a LT215/75-15 D at 2095 lb capacity for 7-9 years and 40k-50k miles of trouble free service6