We will be reviewing the Essex Surefoot 25" tire very soon

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GRIZZLYWIZARD

Discussion Starter · Jan 25, 2008

Here is a little info on the Essex Sure Foot.

For the best off-road performance in mud, snow and rocks choose the 25" or 27" Essex SureFoot. Based on the proven 589MT tread pattern, this 6ply tire has been specially designed and tested for today's heavy ATV and Utility Vehicles. Featuring run flat performance with bullet-proof Kevlar puncture protection, 1190 lb load rating (1115lb for the 25"), reinforced sidewalls for safe traversing and 1 1/8" lugs that eat up any terrain yet run fairly smooth on hard surfaces.

I have personally used these tires in the past with great success! We are looking forward to the opportunity to do a review on these.

This is a company that is often overlooked in the ATV community. Check them out at: http://www.essexmfg.com/

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formguy

· #21 · Feb 7, 2008

I've only done jets and clipped the carb spring. I'd love to do an exhaust, but it would have to be quiet. I'm on trail patrol at all hours and I don't want to annoy the landowners who opened the trails to us.
formguy

Koko

· #22 · Feb 7, 2008

I love 25" tires. Then again my 25" bighorns are almost 26's.

billybob11

· #23 · Feb 7, 2008

Looks to me that there are going to be super heavy.

Koko

· #24 · Feb 7, 2008

I can't believe you can stand on them like that! No wonder they're run flats!!! That's nuts.Nice work Essex Mfg I'm also a bit concerned that you are wearing Crocs. :laughing4:

GRIZZLYWIZARD

Discussion Starter · #25 · Feb 7, 2008

Koko said:
I can't believe you can stand on them like that! No wonder they're run flats!!! That's nuts. Nice work Essex Mfg I'm also a bit concerned that you are wearing Crocs. :laughing4:

I wandered how long it was going to be before someone commented on my Crocs. I actually had this run through my head "Oh no everyone is going to see me in my Crocs!" For the record those are my going in and out of the house shoes! Uhhh. My other shoes were in the shop....Ahh heck they're comfortable!

EssexMfg

· #26 · Feb 7, 2008

Koko said:
I can't believe you can stand on them like that! No wonder they're run flats!!! That's nuts.Nice work Essex Mfg I'm also a bit concerned that you are wearing Crocs. :laughing4:

Thanks Koko! We try! Next we going to come out with SureFoot indoor/outdoor shoes, be sure to get you a pair Grizzly! :laughing7:

Did I mention that they'll have stubbing resistance, load ratings of 300lbs, and a special carpet grip compound?

Koko

· #27 · Feb 7, 2008

I needed a good laugh! :violent5:

Back to the tires!

Thom

· #28 · Feb 7, 2008

Man I love this site. I will need new tires soon to replace the stockers. I cannot wait to see these reviews in order to make up my mind.

GRIZZLYWIZARD

Discussion Starter · #29 · Feb 7, 2008

EssexMfg said:
Koko said:

I can't believe you can stand on them like that! No wonder they're run flats!!! That's nuts. Nice work Essex Mfg I'm also a bit concerned that you are wearing Crocs. :laughing4:

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Thanks Koko! We try! Next we going to come out with SureFoot indoor/outdoor shoes, be sure to get you a pair Grizzly! :laughing7:

Did I mention that they'll have stubbing resistance, load ratings of 300lbs, and a special carpet grip compound?

You guys are killing me! You know what kind of balance and cat like reflexes it requires trying to get up on that tire? Now I gotta do a different photo op! This time it will be with my work boots! Hehehe

Koko

· #30 · Feb 7, 2008

Just like the Air Jordan slogan

"it's gotta be the shoes"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Abr_LU822rQ

GRIZZLYWIZARD

Discussion Starter · #31 · Apr 13, 2008

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OK after yesterday I thought I would give you guys and gals a little teaser of the Essex Surefoot tire. This tire is absolutely awesome. Essex Manufacturing has take ATV tire manufacturing to a new level in extreme terrain durability. These have superior traction in all types of terrain we tested them in.

My only complaint is the tire height. 25" tires seem to be just a little short for the style of terrain I frequently travel on. Notice the big dent in my Ricochet skid plate? Boy that sure did hurt!

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Koko

· #32 · Apr 13, 2008

Boy those sure do have some meaty lugs!

wildwest

· #33 · Apr 14, 2008

them tires sure look aggressive
..grizzwiz..what lights are you running. I like how they look and I have the same bumper.

nevermind I zoomed in...they are PIAA...

you guys gotta add this smiley icon

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slasher

· #34 · Aug 21, 2008

I couldent help but notice that the tread pattern is IDENTICAL to the TITAN 589's(not ITP's) I am currantly running.Rumor has it that ITP bought Titans old moulds,when they came out with the new version.

Check out Titans website for the Specs.

I run 28" Titan 589's

The good

They will throw mud,rocks,and small fur bearing animals with ease.The trail manners are actually good and they climb well.The side walls are thick,and have a great rimsaver built in.
They claw through anything.Work above average in the mud.I have smashed the sidewall into a tree stump,with no damage or air loss.A blow of half the magnatude sidelined me when running my old XTR's.The rubber compound is hard.Wear very well.

The bad

They are heavy
They suck on ice(as do all mud tires)
They dont measure true(28"s actually measures out at 27 inches)
Nnobody will want to ride behind you(lol)

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GRIZZLYWIZARD

Discussion Starter · #35 · Aug 21, 2008

Yes, these are excellent tires. I can't comment on how they do in on ice, but I would imagine your comment is accurate.

BTW, welcome to the site slasher! :beer"

slasher

· #36 · Aug 21, 2008

Thanks :beer"

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