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bstar1952
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Oct 09, 2016

Carlisle HD Tire Review

I've recently read several postings questioning the new Carlisle HD tires. Thought I'd provide a little feedback for those interested. Just came back from a 32 day, 5200 mile trip from San Antonio to The Badlands, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons, Salt Lake City, Las Vegas back to San Antonio for a total of 5,200 miles. Had a set of the new HD tires installed and balanced just prior to leaving. TT in 34 feet long and weights in right at 8,200lbs. I use an Equalizer WDH. Tires were aired to 70psi. I visually checked the tires every morning and did an air check weekly. Never saw any signs of wear on the tires and did not have to add air during the entire trip. We traveled in sunny 95 degree "scorcher" weather and 29 degree snowy weather in the mountains. In my opinion, tires performed flawlessly. I'm very satisfied so far with the new Carlisle(s), looks like a good alternative to the Maxxis brand. By the way, this is the first set of TT tires I've had balanced and it does make a positive difference in the ride.
  • I just put a set on my trailer also. Made a 3500 mile trip to Palm Springs and back, 104 was the highest temperature I saw, but I'm sure it was hotter on the pavement. The tires performed flawlessly and look just like they did when I left. I also had mine balanced and noticed no shake or movement that unbalanced tires would transmit through the hitch. I also stepped up to 225/75/15 load range E which is overkill for my trailer, but I would rather be over tired than not. I would recommend them Highly and think Carlisle is back bigtime in the trailer tire market!:B
    Happy towing!
    Bill
  • The new HD look like a winner for Carlisle however most any brand ST tire when new will make a 5200 mile trip.
    Its going to take several years and 20k-30k miles on a set of the new HD to know how good they actually are long term.
  • OP'er, you say that balancing the TT tires made a difference in the trailer ride. How, what was the difference?
    I've heard others say that trailer tires should be balanced and I'm considering having mine balanced. So I'm very interested in how you were able to notice a difference in the ride.
  • Thanks for the review. I'm considering the Carlisle's when the time comes for replacing my tires.