Nitto Ridge Grappler Review | The Tire everyone LOVES to HATE

[@USAF-SF]

I just replaced my set of Ridge Grapplers last month, after 70K+ miles, and probably could have stretched them for another 5-10K but since it's winter time I didn't want to push my luck. My rig is a 2014 Power Wagon and I run 35x12.5x17, which has taken me across the country a couple of times, but I spend most of my time West of the Mississippi. Of all the tires I have owned on more trucks and Jeeps than I can remember, I'm completely sold on these Ridge Grapplers for every aspect that is important to me as an overlander, and I look forward to another 70K miles traveling the country. If anyone is on the fence about these tires, try a set and I promise you won't regret your decision, outstanding performance has been my experience while bearing the load of my 8700lbs Ram prepped out to the max with gear! I'm a believer in my Nitto Ridge Grapplers...

[@wadedenny9587]

How did you get 70k miles??? I'm about to replace mine after 37k on 2020gmc 3500hd...

[@ThunderCat19D]

First vjdeo after years of ridge graplers actually showing good footage while being used. Not just spewing brochure information. Great vid

[@ChristopherSeaDawg]

I have the Nitto Ridge Grapplers on my F-150 now for 10k miles and absolutely love them! I do half of my miles over landing and they look new. Get a lot of compliments too.

[@erickpando120]

Are they pretty quiet? I’m putting them on my 23 f150 tomorrow

[@ChristopherSeaDawg]

@@erickpando120 yes, very quiet. Your going to love them. Good choice.

[@southpawzoverland]

We loved our Ridge Grapplers while we had them. They were great on and off road, snow, rain, mud, rocks. We only changed because it was time for new tires and we wanted a more aggressive MT, so we went with Mickey Thompson Baja Boss MTs, but I would not hesitate to run Ridge Grapplers on our vehicles again in the future.

[@chadbrandonstreet]

Great review, perfect amount of information shared and not too much fluff. I’ve been looking at these two exact tires as my next set for my LR3. I’ve been running General Grabber X3’s for a few years now. The only downside with them is the short life with daily driving. They are quiet, soft ride, strong on rocks, great in muddy and slick conditions. The RT01’s were winning but this has possibly swayed me to the Nitto’s. Thanks for the perfectly timed video!

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

Glad I could help!! I’ve heard a lot of good reviews about the grabbers. I’m pretty curious about them myself. And the RT01s were really good tires. I think on a full size truck with a load they’d be great. In an suv however, they are rough

[@robertannable9584]

I have 35" Ridge Grapplers on my 2019 RAM 1500 Laramie, and they are awesome tires. I have had them for 2 years now, and about 20,000 miles. They are so quiet and smooth on the road. They perform and look great. Little slick in wet weather, but here in Vegas, we get very little rain. They still look brand new too.

[@rsanford446]

Really great review. Very in-depth. I’ve had the R grapplers on my Jeep for 25k miles and they weren’t my first choice but I’ve been super happy wheeling them in Az,Co, and Ut. Haven’t been in a spot yet that I felt I needed a tire with better traction which was my first concern.

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

Yeah I’m loving these so far. Reviews are so mixed on them but I’m a fan

[@Jc-bo1uu]

I got the new Toyo Open Country R/T Trail. And I really like them. The Toyo trails are a 2 ply sidewall, but it’s extra thick. so you get the benefits of a three pie sidewall in a way without the added weight of a 3 ply sidewall. And I pull a 15,000 pound trailer and they handle great. The Toyo trails have fantastic traction in snow, mud, ice, heavy rain, and I have even gone through standing water, approximately 4 inches deep and about 20 feet long at 45 miles an hour with no hydroplaning. They handle really good and they are not much louder than a traditional all-terrain tire. The only thing I have noticed on wet pavement the tires seem to lose traction or seem to be a little loose on wet roads. And I think that has to do with my truck being a diesel with all that torque, because I had almost the same problem with altering tires that were three peak winter snow rated. Had to tell you the truth, I have had stock tires on my truck and I had Les Schwab open country all-terrain tires as my last pair, in the Les Schwab tires I absolutely hated. I put the Toyo open country R/T trails on my truck about 6,500 miles ago and I would buy them again. And when it comes to wet roads, the wet handling of the Toyo trails are very good I know without a doubt breaking traction on wet roads with the tires have to do with the air pressure being at 80 psi. When I drop the air pressure from 80 psi to 60 psi with handling improves on the rear tires. I honestly believe that the Toyo open country trails handle just as good on wet roads as an all-terrain tire does. because I drive off road quite a bit and I’m in mud dirt, etc. these tires handle way better than the all-terrain tire does off-road.

[@scottriggs9703]

I also have the R/T Trail 315/70R17 tires on my '23 Bronco Wildtrak. They are actually an 8ply with 3ply sidewall "D" Rated and weigh 68 pounds. In my experience they pick up very few rocks when driving on the gravel roads. They have handled the wet roads and the frozen roads that we had here last week, very well. I run them at 35PSI cold on my 4-door with very light load. I actually find the ride is better with these compared to the original Goodyear tires. I don't have enough time in the mud yet unfortunately.

[@ronhugginskw]

Once again, what size ridge grabbler you run on your vehicle? 35x12.5x17?

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

315/70 17

[@ronhugginskw]

Very informative, Thanks

[@iErnest85]

Just watched this Tire Review. Thank you! I was kinda surprised that you mentioned that Ridge Grappler is louder on the road compared to the stock GoodYear. I have 2021 Bronco® First Edition 4-Door. Only 22k miles so far. I was considering the Ridge Grappler after lots of research, but seems like once my original tires will require replacement I’ll go with the Toyo Open Country R/T Trail. Seems like a very competitive tire to the Ridge Grappler. The Toyo Open Country R/T Trail wights the same as the Ridge Grappler at 76 lbs which is 50% more than the stock 52 lbs GoodYear. Kinda mind blowing fact. I was hoping to get a quieter ride and similar or better MPG since it’s Hybrid tire and not M/T so the rolling resistance should be better. But based on your review I should expect similar results as with your Ridge Grappler probably due to that huge weight difference.

[@zsyacsure07]

I’ve had these on 3 different trucks since 2016 love them 2 1500s and now a 2500 diesel they are great in the PNW 👍🏽

[@mpfield4495]

I ran these on a 2020 f250 in a 38x13.5 . After 35k miles i sold the truck but the tires still looked great. No noticeable wear even with the majority of the 35k miles were towing. Like any tire keep them rotated and the pressure set right. And depending on the size and vehicle you are running check for lighter load range options. Tiresize calculator and easily show and compare specs. I was going to run these tires on a new f150. However in the size i was looking at was 91lbs per tire. The nitto recon grappler in the same size i could get in the factory load range. They come in at 52 lbs per tire. This allowed me to run 35s and i can still get beter than the window sticker highway mpg. Adding weight to the rolling mass makes a huge difference in onraod performance. And this weight is way different than carrying weight inside the car. If you are like most people and drive mostly on road a some offroad this makes a huge difference in enjoying your vehicle.

[@NorthShoreBronco]

Great review! I love the look of the Nitos, maybe I'll try a set next time.

[@kevinstarski1598]

I just keep hearing after 20 000 miles they start to get really loud and I'm surprised to hear they performed well on wet roads, I keep hearing the opposite. Again, maybe different tires age differently.

[@erichughes9098]

Good to know since you and I are driving down a lot of the same roads. I will keep that in mind. Next time I go to buy tires. 😎👍

[@Knight_Raider_]

I have about 30k miles on my Nitto Ridge Grapplers on a '21 Tacoma running 265 75r16. Works well in snow, desert rocks, pavement etc.

[@IndependenceOverland]

I paid for my Ridge Grapplers, I have gone through 2 sets on my Fj the past few years and I put them on my Conqueror camper. My new Trailhunter will most likely get them too. They have been solid for me, I haven’t done much in the snow with them but I do plan to!

[@philliprollman7421]

I had bf goodrich all terrain T/A and Goodyear duratrac which both were great tires i just don't know which of 3 i want

[@JakesShop]

Appreciate honest opinions I’m running a 2500 HD Duramax. Live in wa state as well and haul loads quite a bit. I’ve had my grapplers for over 50,000 miles. They still look OK but I’m gonna be due for a new set here in the next six months. I think I’m going to do them again. Looked at the exo grapplers as well but it looks like they are actually louder which I dont prefer.

[@mikepringle3275]

These are very qiuet for the agressive look but do get louder as they age but that is true with any tire. The wet traction is okay but not great so I just ordered the Terragrappler G3.

[@ndm8447]

That new Falken Wildpeak R/T in 35x12.50 size is 79.4 lbs. I understand weight matters but also weight is what determines higher quality tire that is more durable as well. The wildpeak R/T is 34.8x13 which is a pretty wide 35 inch tire snd would look excellent in a 0mm offset wheel.

[@tylaroverturf]

I wish Nitto and other companies made more tires in a skinny size. I've been looking at the Kenda Klever R/T's because they have a skinny 35x10.5/R17. Hardly anyone else seems to make a size like that.

[@danielabel3826]

Mickey Thompson Baja Boss AT comes in a 35x10 r17!

[@austinhuff283]

I had the Kenda Klever MTs and they were garbage. Hopefully the RT is better.

[@Japlonewolf57]

Love my ridge grappler! Have had them for 5 years and not one problem.

[@rickeyb450]

I have Ridge Grapps on my TRX. They are great tires. Love the ride quality and the look as well. Unfortunately, they tend to loose traction in the rain from time to time. I still love them though and will be replacing them with more of the same when it’s time.

[@cole30758]

i bought the same ikamper rooftop tent and roof rack that u have but my bolts that came with my rooftop tent arent long enough for the trail rax. did you have to buy more bolts for them to work with the roofrack or am i not doing something right?

[@overlandingjohn1277]

I have not heard any "Bad Rep" or "Hate" at Nitto Ridge Greppler tires in my circa of friends and fb groups. everyone loves them

[@Jaredius]

One of the few with a rim protector which is a must have for me.

[@ScreaminOutdoors]

I bought nitto ridge grapplers for my super duty, good all around for heavy truck mud/snow/rain/gravel but when they get half tread wear they get loud as shit. We have them on the 4runner now too just because I thought they might be good on a light vehicle. But it’s the same once you get half way loud and not good in snow or wet.

[@steveb8883]

Great review. I am torn between these and the BFG MT KM3. I still have about 5k-10k left on my Territories though. I don't love the Territories, so I can't wait to get rid of them. I still haven't upgraded my steering and tie rods. That is a must before adding heavier tires. We have 2 Broncos, so it gets expensive when doing these upgrades.

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

Oooo both good options. I think the RGs will be a better all round tire, but if you’re a kidder I’ve heard great things about the KM3s. And yeah, I bet it does get spendy lol

[@Yippynutsmacker]

The km3's throw gravel like crazy

[@claytonjessup6163]

Thank you for the awesome video, do you think that this would be to much tire for my Bronco Sport .

[@beepeesoup]

Appreciate this detailed review my guy

[@ADPX24]

I am on my second set on my Rebel. I drive a lot for work and they have done well on the highway and I get a lot of miles out of them. Not my favorite in snow at all.

[@jasonkendal3407]

I just bought a 2020 Ranger Raptor, and it came with these 35x12.5 R20, slippery as on wet pavement , I had to go 4H.

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

I’ve heard people say that about these but that has not been my experience with them. Wondering how the first rain after the summer will be though Wasn’t the ranger raptor released in 2023? I also thought they came with K02s?

[@zip1233]

Ive got 35s on my suburban and they're ok, i bought it with them on it, i wont be buying another set though, theyre 2k a set and i can get tires that fit my needs Better for like 1500. I deal with a fair amount of heavy clay mud, and they just font get the bite i need.

[@gabrieldalcomune3044]

Man I’ve been debating between the new rt01s and the ridge grapps too. But I guess tires and tire recommendations are gonna be like threads on forums asking what oil to run. I was looking pretty hard at the wildpeaks but might look at ridge grapps again. My current tires, klever rt are good but the constant being out of balance is annoying me now. But they’ve been wearing great. But either way, you recommend the grappler over the rt01?

[@CoolKillkennyCat]

Should rotate your spare with your main tyres, you will get longer life out of your set and you will use the whole set so you don't have one brand new one left at the end

[@philliprollman7421]

Are they good in rain and snow?

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

Good in the rain. Not great in the snow

[@jpi8726]

Do they get hate? For my part, I had them on my JK and now I have them on my Colorado. No complaints at all.

[@robertannable9584]

There are some negative reviews out there, but that's because so many people buy them. The overwhelming majority I've seen love these tires. I certainly love them on my RAM and my wife's Suburban.

[@oliver5911]

I (unfortunately) spend 95% of my time on pavement, so I'm currently trying to decide between the Ridge Grapplers and the Falkan A/T4W or Toyo AT III's.

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

If you spend that much time on road, I would honestly look at the recon grapplers. A buddy runs those that spends a lot of highway time and he says they are so quiet. The wild peaks are awesome tires too though

[@oliver5911]

​@@OFFTHEGRIND- the new AT4W's are 3 ply, which makes them even more tempting. Waiting on more reviews, though. Recons would probably be a decent alternative. I've heard good things about those, as well. I really need to move out west so I can flip my pavement and dirt ratios... lol

[@kevinstarski1598]

Some are 3 ply...the same with Toyo Trail RT...@@oliver5911

[@ADPX24]

With 10ply can you air down the 10ply tires? I heard the sidewall won't flex enough

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

Well 10 ply is just on the contact part of the tire. The sidewalls are three ply, so they still have plenty of flex. Just might have to air down a little more than 2 ply sidewall tires

[@philliprollman7421]

I just got these in today 37x12.5r17 wrapped in black rhino Abrams

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

SOLID setup!

[@dorknerd]

Does anyone make a hybrid in the other direction? IE... mostly all terrain, but has some road comfort? i feel like that is where the OEM sasquatch tire fits in really really well

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

I have no idea. Not that I have seen. The territories are super comfy on the road, but man they break easy. Couldn’t wait to replace them

[@wn9448]

What psi do you run for everyday driving?

[@robertannable9584]

33-35 for me.

[@СерёгаДолгушев-м8ж]

Добрый день, рисунок протектора очень похожи на Maxxis RAZR AT ,кстати езжу на них почти без шумные зимой можно но окуратно бывало пару раз разварачивало ну на укатоной в лёд снежной целене,в мороз -40 мягкие не дубеют и в жару держу хорошо

[@sandmanpls]

Thank you for sharing. Very helpful.

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

My pleasure

[@Lantoro13]

Are those 35s?

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

Technically just a tad shy. Like 34.5” I think but they are the metric equivalent to 35s

[@sassinator21]

They are pretty decent tires. There are other tires out there that are better. I’ve had 3 sets of RG’s, bfg ko2’s, rt01’s, MT Baja boss at’s. The RG’s are good but on road they slip like the ko2’s on rain and snow ice conditions. Offroad they are good but get water on them and they slip on rocks…. Then get them wore down… they get loud as MT’s and they handle quite bad. Nothing is safe but dry conditions. I’d rather go back to nitto at’s or try the recon grapplers. The best overall that I’ve liked is Mickey Thompson Baja boss at’s. Oh by the way… get the ridge grapplers half tread… all these reviews are out of the question then… they suck.

[@victorserao7180]

I think I conquered to the lot more better job than letting you know now is that steering rack from iKON called and told him no I want you to replace it or give me my money back and let me go get my stash rack at one

[@trautist0457]

Dangerous tire in icy snow conditions. Slips and major drift. One can see it in the tread pattern, too many horizontal lugs. I didn't believe the negative reviews but try them in icy conditions.

[@Jon626]

Every tire is dangerous on ice.

[@ezurmnd]

Mickey Thompsons hands down over anything

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

I’ve heard a lot of good about Mickey Thompsons for sure

[@mikeshuck2760]

Have had R Grappler on 1500. I’m thinking MT Baja Boss AT 35/10.00-17 on the 22 Power Wagon. OEM wheels. Only neg I’ve heard, balance issues. How have yours been?

[@robertannable9584]

The Mickey's are so damn heavy. I know they are good, but 80 Lbs for a 35" tire is too much. Same with the Wildpeak AT3 & 4

[@jasonchase3923]

These RGs are the best looking tires Ive ever owned...also the worst performing. Felt down right dangerous in my Ram 2500 in the PNW...switched to Falken AT3ws and couldnt get the tires to break free in the rain no matter how hard I tried.

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

Oh man that’s a big truck. Were they d or e load tires? Reviews for these tires, or tires in general are all over the place. I’ve been really pleased with them. But I had the at3ws as well on my Tacoma and I LOVED those tires. I went from k02s to the at3w and it was a night and day difference

[@jasonchase3923]

@@OFFTHEGRIND they were both e load rated. Really wanted the RGs to be a solid tire cause like I said they look awesome. But I couldnt go around a turn at light throttle without the back end sliding around if the ground was wet. Switched to the AT3ws and it was night and day different.

[@mercurials54]

Had this tires on my Ram 1500, horrible traction on rain and snow, looking forward to the Falken AT4W.

[@robertwehlau7220]

Will never buy nitro tires again. Buy wildpeaks and save you the hassle..

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

Wild peaks are great. But kinda funny since I came from the wild peaks to these and prefer these. Tires is not a one size fits all. Sorry you didn’t like these. I love them

[@matthewhayes5221]

I had a bad experience with wildpeaks and will never use or recommend them.

[@Bananahammock88]

@@OFFTHEGRINDyeah man I have them on my Cummins and tow my 40’ fifth wheel across the country for work and they’ve been great to me. They’re quiet and look good for sure.

[@John.ThirteenPoint6969]

Falken tires used to be cheap tires till the fanboys drank the wild peak koolaid. Wild peaks over rated with thin side walls

[@mattdagger1480]

Not a fan of anything I've tried nitto personally

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

Reviews are all over the place for pretty much any tire lol. Just wanted to give my two sense and experience with these

[@alexcosta7020]

Wait, you're sitting down? I thought you were standing up... Midget. :D kidding as always. Im waiting for the Falken AT4W's. I really think they're gonna be a great challenger to the RT01's and Ridge Grapplers.

[@Ben-g3s1t]

Worst tires I’ve ever owned

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

Crazy how different everyone’s experiences are with tires. I hated my K02s but a lot of people love them

[@Sgiboty]

BFGATK02'S ALL DAY EVERYDAY

[@Sgiboty]

10 PLY OF COURSE

[@John.ThirteenPoint6969]

Heavy and they suck in the rain just as bad as the ridge grapplers