I need new tires on my 5th wheel toy hauler. 235/80R16 E rated. It has Maxxis M8008s on it now from 2013 and they are starting to develop cracks on the sidewalls. We are going to be putting quite a few miles on it this year so new rubber is in order.The Maxxis have been great. No issues at all whatsoever. All the local shops as well as Americas (Discount) Tire have the Carlisle Trail HD (new model, not the RH) in stock for about $35/tire less. My buddy put them on his toy hauler last year and really likes them. So do I spend more $$ and special order the Maxxis? Or do I get the Carlisles?

Until Carlisle can earn the reputation of Maxxiss, I would stick with the M8008's.

I have had great service from Maxxis 8008's.I also have been hearing good stuff about the new Carlisle HD's.And now Goodyear has a new ST tire made in the U.S. called "Endurance"When I need new rubber, I will be checking these out also.

Cant go wrong with either option. Personally I've become a real fanboy of the Carlisle HD (an improved RH series).The Endurance tires appear to compete with these two, having nearly the same ratings, which include higher speed ratings. Their claim to fame right now is "Made in America" and people are going (falling?) for it. Time will tell. They will be out there in masses as they are becoming the OEM tire option for a few major trailer OEM's. This could back fire on Goodyear, where they have high volumes on the road, and thus a higher number of reported failures. Again...time will tell. To be fair, depending how heavy your 5th wheel is and how often and far you travel, there may be commercial grade tires that are better suited for you, at a cost. Sailunes are competitively prices, have a good rep, but made in China. Goodyear G614's and Michelin Ribs are popular as well.

I have the Carlisle and couldn't be happier. From what I've seen here, they may be easier to get if you need a replacement.

I have the Maxxis and have had really good luck with them.

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Rjdreyer
Explorer
Feb 16, 2017
Think Carlisle's come in a load range F also for those that are on the skirts of E rated.
Brisk
Explorer II
Feb 16, 2017
RAS43 wrote:
I don't know how many miles you travel in a year but IMO if I only got 4 years out of a tire before it starts showing cracks I wouldn't buy another one. I'd try the Carlisle's.

Did about 6k last year. Trailer sits in the sun when stored. I need to get tire covers.
2001400ex
Explorer
Feb 16, 2017
I bought the Carlisle HDs last year. They are too new to determine longevity. But so far they look brand new after a few trips. And have a good load rating and speed rating.
RAS43
Explorer III
Feb 16, 2017
Brisk wrote:
RAS43 wrote:
I don't know how many miles you travel in a year but IMO if I only got 4 years out of a tire before it starts showing cracks I wouldn't buy another one. I'd try the Carlisle's.

Did about 6k last year. Trailer sits in the sun when stored. I need to get tire covers.

I have similar experience with miles/storage and do have covers. My tires are close to 5 years old and look okay. They are Michelins and have some cracking which I have seen is normal and Michelin has said that they are good. I will continue running them.
RinconVTR
Explorer
Feb 23, 2017
I just picked one Carlisle Radial HD as a loose spare.

What a solid trailer tire!!! Better than the RH series I tried years ago.

And 81mph speed rating.

Simple tire dot com has the best prices I've ever seen. Locally these run 110-120. I bought this for about $60, shipped to me door.

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