Thread: LRR vs. Weight
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Old 02-22-2021, 08:27 PM   #8 (permalink)
IsaacCarlson
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LRR will do best in a highway setting. Low weight will do better in a stop and go setting. There are some cross over areas, but this is the general idea.

We got heavier tires this time and there is definitely a penalty for weight. Starting and stopping takes more power. It has gotten better as the tires have worn down, but it is still there. I do like having more rubber on the tire though, because we used to get all kinds of flats with those thin walled economy tires.

I might try a lighter tire next time, but I really like the tires we have.

As far as LRR tires, I don't like how stiff the tread area is. It's like a plastic ring and that will likely inhibit traction in off road or rough road scenarios.
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