Tire Tips

Is It OK to Mix & Match Tires?

Maddy Scheinost2023-11-16T00:26:40-06:00

Is It OK to Mix & Match Tires? Let’s face it. In an ideal world, replacing all your ATV tires, UTV tires, trailer tires and other equipment tires whenever you have a problem with one tire is the way to go. But in an ideal world, no one has to worry about staying within budget or about easy access to needed tire sizes and types. In the world most of us live in, the idea of only replacing tires that keep...

ATV vs UTV Tires

Maddy Scheinost2023-11-16T00:27:53-06:00

What’s the Difference Between ATV Tires and UTV Tires? Like any vehicle, your All-Terrain Vehicles requires the best ATV tires, and your Utility Terrain Vehicles require the best UTV tires to ensure optimal safety, traction, performance and feel. That’s obvious, but it doesn’t mean that finding the right 4-wheeler tires for your machine is easy. The tire experts at Treadworld are here to help. Are ATVs and UTVs the same? No, they’re not the same. ATVs and UTVs are more like brothers than...

Flat Spotting

Maddy Scheinost2023-11-16T00:29:31-06:00

What You Should Know About Flat Spotting, from the Tire Experts at Treadworld

What is flat spotting? So, you jump in your vehicle, start it, pull out and head down the road. But instead of the smooth ride you expected, you’re feeling bumps and thumps, and the car seems to be vibrating. What the heck? Chances are good you’re experiencing flat spotting. In other words, there are flat spots on your tires. Flat-spotting occurs when a flat, rigid patch develops where the rubber of...

Recycling Tires

Maddy Scheinost2023-12-07T23:03:49-06:00

Why Recycling Tires Matter

Tire Recycling can be a big issue Over 2.5 billion tires are produced each year, and some studies estimate that as many as 300 million tires are discarded per year in the U.S. alone. Tires are tough and they’re durable, which is good. But they’re also non-biodegradable, so if they’re not disposed of in a thoughtful manner, they tend to cause havoc with the environment as they fill up landfill space, release harmful gases and create breeding grounds...

How to Know the Age of Your Trailer Tires

Maddy Scheinost2023-12-07T23:06:05-06:00

Why the Age of Your Tires Matters You may be considering buying used trailer tires at a swap meet, or you might be looking at purchasing a used trailer, equipped with what appears to be a decent set of tires. Or you may just be asking yourself the question “how long do tires last?” Unfortunately, the answer is more complicated than just checking for excessive or uneven treadwear and looking for cracks in the sidewalls. That’s why the tire experts here...

What you should know about buying tire rims

Maddy Scheinost2024-02-14T00:41:54-06:00

What You Should Know: How to Get the Best Tire Rims for Your TrailerUsually, you can count on tire rims to outlast several sets of tires. But, if your current trailer wheels are rusty or bent, it’s time to replace them. You might also want to change out your trailer rims if you want a different look. Our tire experts here at Treadworld have put together a few considerations to help you get the best rims for you.Starting your search...

Maintenance Checklist for Your Tires

treadworldcs2023-12-07T23:08:55-06:00

Treadworld Maintenance Checklist for Your Tires

Clean your tires. While there are several commercial tire cleaning solutions on the market, we prefer warm water, a mild detergent and a medium to soft-bristled brush. Allow the detergent to sit on the tire for a few minutes to loosen the grime, then rinse and repeat as needed. Do the same with the wheel, then dry both with a clean clot Inspect each tire. Look for uneven wear, cupping, scalloping or feathering on the...

Tips for Plowing Snow with Your ATV Snow plow

treadworldcs2024-02-08T04:47:35-06:00

Tips for Plowing Snow with Your ATV SnowplowClearing snow with your ATV snowplow can become one of your favorite Winter pastimes, giving you the chance to get outside and have some cold weather fun. An ATV plow is effective because your machine is compact, maneuverable and agile, especially when it’s fitted with our top-performing Master ATV tires. Using an ATV snowplow or a UTV snowplow can make short work of up to 8 inches of light, dry snow that could...

How do I know when to replace my trailer tires?

treadworldcs2023-12-07T23:13:37-06:00

How to Know When to Replace Your Trailer Tires It goes without saying that knowing when to replace your trailer tires is crucial to your safety, and to the safety of your passengers, your cargo and others on the road. Blowouts are never good, and can be catastrophic. As you might expect, there’s no one-size fits all answer for exactly when to replace your trailer tires since many factors can impact the best answer for you. A good rule of thumb is...

Bias vs Radial

treadworldcs2023-12-07T23:23:45-06:00

Bias Ply vs. Radial: Which Is Better? Though tire advertising in today’s world would have you believe that the bias ply vs. radial debate delivers an easy answer, namely radial, in the real-world environment, the “best” choice is not so clear. Both designs have their advantages in specific situations, and both have their disadvantages. Radial Tires vs. Bias Ply Tires: What’s the Difference? The difference between bias ply and radial starts with the way each tire is constructed. Bias ply tires are manufactured...