I was seriously looking at Cooper STTs and Toyo Open Country M/Ts, as they have VERY similar tread patterns. While I was researching the Coopers, I wondered across the Discoverer STT PROs. I was only able to find a few reviews of them, since they are new to the market, but I was quite impressed.
Expedition Portal:
http://expeditionportal.com/exclusive-cooper-discoverer-stt-pro-review/
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Alex on Autos:
I went with a 285/70/17 and I couldn't be happier with the aggressive look of these tires. They have lots of void space between the lugs by the shoulders, and the sidewall tread should really help when aired down. I found these for only $236 per tire, with a quick Google search.
Yes..., they do hum. Although, it is not as noticeable as I expected it to be. At low speeds in town they are about as loud as the ATs on my Tundra. Traveling over 65 mph does require the radio to be turned up, or to speak a little louder to converse. The stiffness in the 3-ply sidewalls is noticeable going over bumps compared to the stock Michelins, but seriously it should be. The one thing I don't like is they do seem to track more in the low spots of the road requiring a bit more attention and effort to keep straight and centered. And No, its not an alignment issue. I had an alignment when they were mounted and balanced. Overall I am pleased with the on road performance for such an aggressive mud tire.
I know, I know, you really just want to hear how they perform in mud and on the trails? Well, I plan to report back over the next few weeks. I am waiting on extended brake lines, and I have to replace a leaky radiator before I can go play. So stay tuned.
Expedition Portal:
http://expeditionportal.com/exclusive-cooper-discoverer-stt-pro-review/
and
Alex on Autos:
I went with a 285/70/17 and I couldn't be happier with the aggressive look of these tires. They have lots of void space between the lugs by the shoulders, and the sidewall tread should really help when aired down. I found these for only $236 per tire, with a quick Google search.
Yes..., they do hum. Although, it is not as noticeable as I expected it to be. At low speeds in town they are about as loud as the ATs on my Tundra. Traveling over 65 mph does require the radio to be turned up, or to speak a little louder to converse. The stiffness in the 3-ply sidewalls is noticeable going over bumps compared to the stock Michelins, but seriously it should be. The one thing I don't like is they do seem to track more in the low spots of the road requiring a bit more attention and effort to keep straight and centered. And No, its not an alignment issue. I had an alignment when they were mounted and balanced. Overall I am pleased with the on road performance for such an aggressive mud tire.
I know, I know, you really just want to hear how they perform in mud and on the trails? Well, I plan to report back over the next few weeks. I am waiting on extended brake lines, and I have to replace a leaky radiator before I can go play. So stay tuned.