NEW Tire SHOWDOWN! Nitto Recon Grappler vs. Mickey Thompson Baja Boss All Terrain Comparison Review

[@mo_muscle3513]

Baja boss is 3peak rated and made in 🇺🇸 and looks the best ... thats my choice 👍🏾 Amerrrrica!!!!

[@briancoburn5320]

Try getting some. I been waiting a long time and it's gonna be even longer.

[@lagoonrd4173]

Snow rated is what separates .... mt has stronger sidewall as well

[@Macndahat1]

Most nittos are built in the US and 100% of the exos are made in the US 👍 as well

[@apbt067]

That Mickey Thompson definitely looks superior compared to those nittos.

[@dominiquebrown2890]

@@briancoburn5320 just tried to order some. They are backorder. Im Extremely annoyed by this

[@bsmith6191]

I had a hard time picking between the Baja Boss AT and the Ridge Grappler when I bought new tires for my Tahoe. Let’s just say I won’t put any other tire on my trucks than the Baja Boss AT. By far the best tire I’ve ever owned. I’ve had cooper AT3, Cooper ST, BFG KM3. None of those come close imo. With that said, the ridge grappler is a damn good tire also. Ran plenty on customer trucks with no complaints.

[@PottersWork]

Is the Boss noisy on the highway? I'm looking at replacing my 33" Ridge Grapplers with 35" Boss's or 35" Recon's and can't decide. I'm liking the lower weight in the Recon's but worried they will be noisy like my Grapplers

[@boxersox]

@@PottersWork very quiet I'm impressed. Just put these on today and took them on the interstate 80mph+ minimal noise

[@PottersWork]

@@boxersox, that’s good to know! Thanks for the reply!

[@idontcaresapo8233]

Same here I have two trucks each one with one of the tires

[@idontcaresapo8233]

@@PottersWork they pretty good . It like any other hybrid tire after a few hundred miles it gets a bit noisy but Nothing crazy. Same with the ridge grapplers, they are super quiet when new.

[@tphvoice]

Just put the Baja Boss ATs on my Rivian R1S. I was considering Ridge Grapplers, but the 3PMSF rating of the Mickey Thompson was the deciding factor. So far, I'm loving the look and ride quality. They're surprisingly quiet, but the extra rotational weight is having a bigger impact on efficiency than I expected.

[@rogershipman3578]

I've ran both in 37" and 35" on my 2022 Wrangler. Both ran quieter than I expected on road and good traction offroad. I guess it's just personal preference, but either one will not disappoint.

[@RealDealNeal]

Yes absolutely

[@jasoncornett7948]

I have the Ridge Grapplers, I’ve bought them on my last two trucks, great tires, I will continue to buy them.

[@williamburk7988]

I'm running the Nitto Terra Grappler G2 295/60/20 on my 2021 F150 5.0L SuperCrew with the Readylift 2" kit and they are awesome. Smooth, quiet, good grip, warranty, and Made in the USA too! Your videos were inspiration for my build. Thanks Neal!

[@edleifer6719]

Have the same size and tire on my 2019 Dodge Ram 1500 and they are quiet and very long lasting and a great all around tire. Might go up to a 35/12.5/20 next time around.

[@FRMN8R_T4R]

Can’t wait until they start dropping some more 17” sizes on the Baja Boss AT’s and ANY 17” sizes on the Recon Grappler.

[@jmicm13]

Excellent review and spot in comments. As a tire guy, I can appreciate your thoroughness and accurate comments!

[@brada1997]

I've run Terra and Ridge. The Ridge are spectacular. I'm considering the Recon when they have a 37 on 17. My Ridge already have 65k on them and nowhere near done

[@stevec1660]

Hey man, I have Terra G2 now and love em but want something more aggressive. Are RGs noticeably noisy or ride quality suffers compared to Terra? I don't want to go backward and am spoiled! Thx

[@raydelfa1125]

Same here

[@NightmareEcoF-150]

Recon grapplers are super quiet and I have had mine for almost 60k miles on my truck, love them, but something I’ve surprisingly noticed about them is that these tires dry out over time even if properly maintained and garage kept a lot. I will be going with the Boss AT next set and hopefully these won’t have the same problem.

[@northjerseykevin409]

Nicely said at the end. Thanks for the reminder.

[@michaelbrame4933]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@PUREOWN]

Just got a set of baja boss in a E load. Extremely quiet for how aggressive they are I was shocked how quiet they are. Look sick too.

[@NightmareEcoF-150]

Recon grapplers are super quiet and I have had mine for almost 60k miles on my truck, love them, but something I’ve surprisingly noticed about them is that these tires dry out over time even if properly maintained and garage kept a lot. I will be going with the Boss AT next set and hopefully these won’t have the same problem.

[@madmaxximus1234]

The Boss is thaaa Boss! Impresses me!😉👍🤙 Made In the USA!!! All though I'm in 🇨🇦!

[@johnbehneman1546]

THANK YOU SO MUCH. A MUST WATCH. ALL BRADS ARE A GREAT CHOICE. IT JUST SEPENDS ON YOUR BUDGET.

[@danielcarver5615]

I'm getting the Baja Boss AT...Made in America...good on and off road. They look really good also.

[@jeremypoole8879]

Neal... you are the real deal!!! Always on point🤟

[@joshuathomas8909]

Owned both and the Mickey is by far the best!!!

[@koberoy5947]

Ridge grapplers have 3ply sidewall. Mine does

[@streetwiseguitar5113]

How loud are the Bajas?

[@kiranali4898]

Which tire is quieter the Mickey or nitto grappler

[@SacredTubes]

I have same question…you ever figure it out?

[@DarkCavalry1228]

You had me at "Made in America"

[@sinnombre5466]

Definitely digging the M/T , especially because it's available in pizza slicer 255/85R17 🤘🏼

[@notoriouslopez1]

Same! Can’t believe they are on back order though. Waiting two months to get them though

[@sinnombre5466]

@@notoriouslopez1 word , I got tired of waiting and picked up 255/80r17 from toyo....

[@FlipCamFilms]

Great video and info thanks for sharing! Which one would you recommend for a Dually?

[@austinwilbourn5340]

So go with ridge grappler?

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

The Thompsons have a 3 star snow peak as well.

[@Macndahat1]

The mikey Thompson will vibrate on the highway if not roadforced or stacked up with tons of weights , nitto is a superior tire if you want a smooth ride and especially if you have a 22” and up

[@32Lakes1]

No mention if the Recon was 3 Peak rated like Baja Boss is

[@Icutmetal]

And? Go look at their website.

[@32Lakes1]

@@Icutmetal And.....Nitto doesn't give that info on their website

[@Icutmetal]

@@32Lakes1 Dude; c’mon, use common sense. It’s marketing. They’re not going to tell you that’s it’s NOT 3PMS rated, but they will tell you if it is. Go look at their ExoGrappler.

[@32Lakes1]

@@Icutmetal Dude coming you use common sense. I was pointing out he didn't mention something one tire was rated and the other possibly isn't. Which could possibly make one a better choice than the other.

[@32Lakes1]

C'mon ** his video was comparing tires . That's a feature he didn't compare between the two tires

[@marcoe14]

So what spare tire sgould I buy if I choose MT Baja Boss? Left or right?

[@SwampFeet678]

I got 40" Baja Boss MTs on my jeep and love them, but while searching for tires on my 2500 I have to keep in mind going 80mph on the interstate. I believe the Nittos would perform better on the highway at higher speeds.

[@hellra1ser.]

Lets go brandon

[@RealDealNeal]

💯

[@MC-kc9je]

Information Packed Great Video. Like The Perspective! MC

[@jonathanmontz7003]

I have the g2s now and hate them in the rain they are the worse tire I've ever had...also not good offroad. You are correct that they do last forever and are good on road. I was between the recon and the MT next but after this video seeing them side by side I think I'm set on the MT. Good video!

[@dougnval]

Ive got a set of Recon Grapplers going on my Ram 1500 Limited this week. Hopeful that they will be quiet, but provide "grip". The stock tires that came on the ram (with 22" wheels) are slippery and dangerous.

[@treshampton9822]

I just put MT Baja Boss tires on my Ram 1500 Limited LongHorn! They are tremendous tires I would recommend them for any Ram owner

[@JVXEH]

@dougnval how are you liking the Recons? Really curious on the tread life and wet driving experience

[@dougnval]

Ive had them for a year now, probably 12k miles on them. They are definitely holding up, and even better, they are still sticky. I never find myself losing traction on wet roads. they are a 100% improvement over those garbage tires Ram puts on at the factory. @@JVXEH

[@Marathon13240]

Got a set of 295/70/17 (128 load index) Recon grapplers coming in for my 2017 ram 2500 4x4. I recently bought a set of take off powerwagon wheels/tires for $500 which is a steal but the duratrac's are load D tires and towing as much as I do I needed something with a higher load index than what they had and equal to or higher than the 275/70/18s that came on it which were 125. I got them off simple tire for a pretty good deal, they were on sale about 20% already plus I got an extra 10% and a military discount so they ended up being about 1200 for all 4. They're normally just above 400 each! I hope they'll last!

[@larryb7047]

Update on your Recon grapplers?

[@kevinstarski1598]

Right...who cares if someone got a deal or not...all we care about is how they perform lol @@larryb7047

[@darrylm3627]

Good Stuff, Great Tips👍🏿😀

[@benward6038]

hey ! was wondering if you could do a review on the mickey thompson baja boss legend exp please !

[@Jassman3536]

great review. I switched to the Yoko X-AT 37 12.5 20's on my 20 F250. Whats your take vs the Ridge Grapplers.

[@connorscott1801]

Real deal Neal, how do these stack up against nitto or toyo in terms of grip in wet conditions? I live in the city, but on weekends I am in the woods. I want something that looks good but handles well for when I have to go to the office or client sites again if that day ever comes back!

[@treshampton9822]

MTs are the best. Just got a set of the Baja Boss a/t. Definitely impressed with how queit and smooth they are on my 5th gen Ram Limited LongHorn

[@Bananahammock88]

Recon grappler has the highest tow rating of any tire on the market. Tows the most weight.

[@ChristopherSeaDawg]

The Nitto Ridge Grapplers LT have a 3 ply sidewall. Not 2 ply!

[@danielthompson4865]

I would have definitely considered the Nitto’s but they don’t have a 33x13.50r20 so it’s a no go for me.

[@josegonzalescastillo5776]

I’m looking for set of tires good for rain and snow but not loud in the road witch one you recomen ?

[@dominiquebrown2890]

I have the same question

[@josegonzalescastillo5776]

@@dominiquebrown2890 i install the bf Goodrich k2 and I love it good for rain and snow and no loud at all

[@armygreenfj3924]

I just bought new Yokohama g003 but those Mickey Thompson AT looks amazing!

[@SuperSnallygaster]

Need 16" sizes in the Baja Boss.

[@kmhendrickson]

The Mickey Thompson look the best but are very heavy and take a ton of weight to balance. I’ll stick with Nitto/ Toyo.

[@RealDealNeal]

Yes I agree

[@jplee123]

How many real sidewall plies on the Recon Grapplers? 2? 3?

[@Mike-bb1li]

The MT AT Boss !

[@1g4u]

What tires would you recommend for 17” aev salta hd wheels for a 06 dodge Ram 2500? I have leveling kit and running airbags in the back. 10ply all terrain would be nice. Maybe 37” or 35” tires ? Thanks

[@RealDealNeal]

37s on a ridge grappler or Toyo RT

[@CS-qc7np]

Nitto is a subsidiary of Toyo Tires from Japan.

[@2SlyLures]

You cannot go wrong with either tire but I find the Mickey Thompson grips better on wet surfaces.

[@kennymiller8217]

Im sorry but the ridge grappler is by no means a off road tire. A great tire for concrete or light dirt but thats all .

[@kevinstarski1598]

First time I hear that

[@brianflynn5491]

Good video thanks

[@jwatt95]

Mickey Thompson Baja boss at or Kenda klever rt. Longevity, wet, dry, snow. Have a constant weight of about 950 pounds of stereo equipment in a 04 Yukon Denali. 20x10 275/55. Want a E rated 10 ply tire.

[@ss55539]

Baja looks great but they're so damn heavy. Have a set of 305/70r18 and they're 77lbs a tire. Going to go with something a little lighter

[@TexasLariat]

Just put 295/60/20 MTs on my 2016 5.0 2in strut spacers and you are absolutely right about the weight. They look amazing on the truck but I feel like my truck is sluggish and it's drinking up wayyyy more fuel than I was expecting. Lost about 4mpgs.

[@northjerseykevin409]

Great video

[@WheresWaldo05]

Hey its Kirk Cousins!

[@kl_trailhawk3320]

Yes, I thought the same!

[@thebigempty_5792]

I was really hoping to see the side profile of the Recon and how they look compare to a KO2 - I've run many sets of KO2 without issue. Sometimes they didn't like to balance on a 4Runner, but never any quality issues. They are heavy and I get tired of picking pebbles out of the treads HAHA - I'm really interested in the Recons if they will be available.

[@stenny1970]

Real Deal Neal at Wild Willies Customs - I like the Mickey Thompson by look a lot better over Nitto. I do still prefer BF Goodrich #1

[@RealDealNeal]

Awesome

[@starkness7030]

Baja boss ATs are the BEST ats on the market Period

[@bradpowell843]

They are just way too heavy is the issue.

[@jbivvy420]

How does the BFG KO2 compare to these?

[@RealDealNeal]

A more dedicated less aggressive all terrain. Will ride the smoothest

[@jbivvy420]

@@RealDealNeal thats not what i asked but ok

[@Rogue_1987]

BFG KO2 is GREAT IF YOU LOVE RIDING ON ROARING ROCKS!

[@jamieeisenhower1560]

Mickey Thompson is still the better Tire you can see that the other one looks slick and probably won't handle ice and snow

[@texanwd8387]

Nitto , separated at 32K miles , went back to the MT

[@B_EIMON]

Ridge Grapplers have a 3 ply sidewall not 2 ply

[@jdm8577]

Nope they are 2 ply. I called Nitto. I’ve heard from people the Ridge Grapplers sidewalls are weak.

[@B_EIMON]

@@jdm8577 it's 3 ply says on the sidewall

[@jdm8577]

@@B_EIMON what size? In my oem size Nitto said 2 ply

[@B_EIMON]

@@jdm8577 295/75/r18 on my TRD PRO, now nitto says all ridge grapplers in any size are 3ply sidewall and 12ply tread

[@jdm8577]

@@B_EIMON oh ok where did you see that information?

[@matthewcritchfield6997]

My opinion,G2 Good Street tire terrible in the mud terrible in the snow ridge grappler noisy and heavy heaviest tires I have owned And they also were the worst on gas mileage out of all the tires I had so I’m leaning towards MT

[@ethanspruill7539]

My ridge grapplers are more quite than KO2’s and pathfinder at’s

[@abeljimenez594]

Move over nitto the boss is on it's way

[@Ken-qq6gp]

That other tire isn't even in the same ballpark as the Mickey Thompson How could that be a hot seller

[@gk9417]

Toyo at3 👍

[@lagoonrd4173]

The tire siping what your pointing out isn’t for water 🤣😂

[@brada1997]

EXACTLY! Thank you. I was coming here to say that

[@treyfisse8593]

Dude the Baja Boss is sexy!

[@EFFTrudeau-001]

100% baja boss at for everyone and every style compared to the Nitto

[@johnbehneman1546]

MICKEY THOMPSON, MADE IN AMERICA!!!!!

[@carpet180]

ridge grapplers all the way. nothing on the market even comes close .

[@RealDealNeal]

Agreed

[@johnharrington7116]

You must not live in the northeast…

[@Icutmetal]

Says who? Comes close in what way; snow or rain traction? 🤔

[@VeryCoolJeep]

Toyo RT are better than Nitto Ridge Grapplers

[@SMiller5488]

Toyo AT3 FTW

[@ronaldrahm6073]

This is not a tire comparison, it's an add for their business. Weak.

[@RealDealNeal]

🧢

[@Leonidas6674]

got 265/75 r 16 on my tacoma best tires ive ever owned on any vehicle

[@DROPTINE]

Is no comparison Baja Boss by far the BETTER TIRE.................................