RC Crawler Tire Comparison | Stock, Amazon, Duratrax, Ottsix

[@yankohristov2361]

Really good and informative video ! Several tires on several types of terrains each, good job, man.. also to the little man for helping :) Greetings from Bulgaria !

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you!

[@ugo_2224]

good stuff i am new to this hobby ... i have watched all of you crawler videos thank you for taking the time & effort to share Troy... again thank you from Wyoming looking forward to all your other videos.

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you for the kind words!!! I bet there is great crawling in Wyoming!

[@ugo_2224]

@@RoadsideRC You're welcome Troy, well to be honest to much snow yet i have played in the yard some... i am retired going to be 71 in Apr...Iam only into this hobby about a month i am driving a Danchess Ridgerock a great way to walk in the woods following a RC crawler... soon to upgrade to an Element ecto that i have watched you upgrade that crawls with ease on you personal course in your yard very nice by the way... thank you for the rapid reply... Warmest regards.

[@alfredooliva3123]

I got those Duratrax and they’re are amazing gripping all kind of terrains 👍👍👍👍

[@RoadsideRC]

Agree! I really like those tires.

[@NONONSENSERC]

Very nice test👍👌 This should give some people a idea how tires can make a difference.

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks! That is the goal!

[@rcleandro2263]

Wowww, you have all this in your Garden? So very good JOB, fantastisch Crawling, big fat thumbs for your Video brau 1+

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you!

[@BlackSmithRC]

Liking those Deep Woods now a days bro!

[@RoadsideRC]

They really are one of the best tires for the $$$.

[@Hellseeker1]

OttSix Stickies (RED) and proline duel foams is what I went with, waiting on my Vitavon 2.2" Beadlocks. Axial Ryft is what I'm running them on.

[@RoadsideRC]

Awesome! Should do well for you!

[@norcalrc]

Good stuff here ! There are so mNy different tire out on the market these days , it’s nice to have an honest evaluation to educate ones self . thx

[@RoadsideRC]

Glad to hear this was useful! I might pick up a few more tires and try again. Thanks!

[@teddygee1613]

Right now Im rolling Proline Krawlers predator compound

[@RoadsideRC]

I do need to try those! Thanks!

[@teddygee1613]

@@RoadsideRC got some Jconcepts landmines too

[@teddygee1613]

Its a great over all tires. I really like them

[@michaelniedojadl5481]

Great video What compound red or green were you testing on the usd stickies

[@RoadsideRC]

I apologize, I honestly don't remember. This was when they first came out, and they only had one compound.

[@charliebrown238]

Really awesome comparison against different tires ... only thing that would have made it better, if Dad let the young fella have the transmitter and do the test while Dad watched and commentated :)

[@RoadsideRC]

Ha! Yeah, they get plenty of wheel time!

[@thepatriotrcchannel8693]

I wonder it the ottsix would have done better on the smother surfaces if they were washed first. The come coated with a oil based release agent on them from the factory to get em out of the molds. Great video

[@RoadsideRC]

Maybe!

[@rcstumpjumpers2049]

Enjoyed your video

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks!

[@CommanderAstigRC]

Great and interesting comparison Troy. Thanks for sharing.

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks for the support, I appreciate it!

[@BangForYourBuckRc]

Awesome test my friend!

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you!

[@jrc-fabs1634]

Wow!! I thought the Duratrax wasn’t gonna do as good as it did! Very informative video, and that course is amazing!

[@jrc-fabs1634]

Also forgot to mention the sticky’s will SHRED IN THE MUD

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks for that! I'll be very interested to see how these Ottsix tires perform once broken in!

[@jrc-fabs1634]

Roadside RC me too!

[@TruSwagTv2]

Great test brother

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you sir!

[@TruSwagTv2]

@@RoadsideRC your welcome big bro

[@jacobkennedy6820]

so i mainly run trails. I want a set of hyrax for when i go into mostly rock. I use mudslingers on the trail and for hill climb.

[@RoadsideRC]

That makes sense! Have you ever used any of the Voodoo tires? Those are very popular around here for pure rock.

[@jacobkennedy6820]

@@RoadsideRC no. my buddies use mostly pitbull rockbeast. I think thats my next set of rock tires. we have a lot of shale and my buddy told me his hyrax in that area, similar built trx4 sport, do not grip well in that spot. It's a HUGE 5 mile long shale beach. we have 3 within an hour of us, all similar size.

[@SoteroMurguia]

Great video!

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you!

[@yamahschector]

I really think the wraith in either spawn or 1.9 is one of the best crawlers out there only because it’s so darn fun to run.

[@RoadsideRC]

I had a lot of fun with mine!

[@ReggieMan85]

Would love too see this test with the whole duratrax range of tyres! You can’t be them!

[@RoadsideRC]

I have had good luck with them! Typically, Pro-line Predator compound does seem to have better grip overall though. That is why I have gone to using them mostly.

[@ReggieMan85]

@@RoadsideRC nice one I’ll take a look thank you

[@sprather84]

Great comparison Troy i appreciate your hard work 👍🏻💯 im currently running the Duratrax showdowns but ive got my eyes on the proline hyrax 👊🏼

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks! The Showdowns also look like a good tire. The Hyrax is a suggestion from a lot of people.

[@devon8419]

Exactly what I needed right now, thanks

[@RoadsideRC]

I'm glad!

[@calderonpr]

Troy are you running brushed in your crawler love you vids if have kid I’ll be exactly like you a rc family god bless you guys

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks! Yes, a 12T Holmes Hobbies brushed motor. Works well for us! Thanks for the family comment also. It makes it fun!

[@TheRCBuildersPost]

Hey Troy! I know this is an older video but was looking for some reviews on the ottsix voodoo klr trail spec tires and can't find a single video on them! Think that's something you might do soon?, I can't believe I can't find a single video on them! They've been out for a while now!

[@RoadsideRC]

Hi Harry! Great callout! I need to see if I can get my hands on a set. I do wonder if most folks who buy them go for the comp spec. Honestly, it is where I would spend my $$$. I have literally NEVER worn-out a crawler tire. It is starting to be my standard to just purchase the Proline Predator compound because of this.

[@TheRCBuildersPost]

@@RoadsideRC Yeah comp spec would be the way to go but was curious how these "cheaper" ones were. I was also curious how the trail spec compared to the cheap Amazon KLRs and if it was worth getting the trail specs over the Amazon knock offs. I have a couple sets of the Amazon knock offs and they actually surprised me for $19 a set! I have a few proline predator compound myself (KM3, Hyrax, Super Swampers and Krawlers) they are my go to. I have a few jconcepts as well. You know how it is, though, tires are just one of those things in this hobby I love trying all I can get my hands on lol

[@TheRCBuildersPost]

@@RoadsideRC RPP has the trail specs in stock for $24.99 a pair without foams. I went ahead and ordered a set 😂

[@winksley1981]

Great test video. Thanks for scientific approach to this 👍 We can actually gauge how they performed

[@RoadsideRC]

Glad you found it useful!

[@yamahschector]

The deep woods are all over the place I wonder how good they are

[@RoadsideRC]

As you saw in this video, I liked them. They did get better (and softer) with time.

[@ScottzillaRC]

Great tire comparison 👍

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks Scott!

[@RoadsideRC]

Any hint of getting back to racing in TX?

[@islandrc-duke1972]

Great compairision,cool video

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you! What tire do you normally run?

[@islandrc-duke1972]

@@RoadsideRC all my RCs still have the factory tires,two of my little RCs have cheep tires from Amazon,the big tires on my Danchee RidgeRock from Red cat are pretty awesome I like them alot.

[@RoadsideRC]

@@islandrc-duke1972 Thanks!

[@garymears9005]

I have venom Ridgeline cuts 2.2 that are my go too

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks!

[@runningtrilobite]

Great thanks! When my spawn (kit) stock tires get retired, I´ll get Duratrax DW. Btw. watched 80% of video :)

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks! I appreciate the feedback. I know this was a long video. The Duratrax are really just good, especially for the $$$!

[@TRKISH324]

Just picked up a Wraith, and i am itching to get these Deep Woods

[@JoeyRock333]

After this I will definitely pick up a set of the Duratracks for our scx10 rigs but I really like the Axial BFGoodrich Krawler T/A KX 2.2" Tires on the wraith, Yeti, Bomber...

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks for the feedback. I have not tried a set of those BFG tires.

[@DirtyJoeDirt32]

good content! thanks for this review

[@RoadsideRC]

Glad it was helpful!

[@patricklavoie8719]

Hey Troy, were you running C2 compound for those Duratrax or C3? Thanks!

[@RoadsideRC]

Sorry, Patrick - I honestly don't know. It was whatever was on the wall of my LHS. I honestly suggest the softer the better.

[@patricklavoie8719]

@@RoadsideRC Sounds good 😄

[@johnabelljr1997]

For the money, those Duratrax Deep woods would be my pick

[@RoadsideRC]

I sure like them!

[@calebdavey1314]

Great video but the board you used was bent so the angle may be off

[@RoadsideRC]

You are right!

[@JesseBMotors]

Great test 👍

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you sir!

[@driver8sk]

Tell your assistant he's doing a great job. I'm wondering if the lack of tread down the center is an issue with the Amazon tires causes the grip issue? I'm sure there a theory behind it, but I'm not sold on a a completely empty continuous strip in your contact patch.

[@RoadsideRC]

That is an interesting theory! Normal 1:1 tires have grooves, but that is a whole different kind of usage. Thanks!

[@driver8sk]

@@RoadsideRC After I wrote this, I noticed that your Duratrax has the same empty center and it does great. Who knows.

[@75Chopin]

Thanks@ very informative. Dearwood I think I will get for my danchee

[@RoadsideRC]

I keep thinking of getting a Danchee just to try them! How do you like it so far?

[@p.shadrack4229]

RC4WD Mickey Thompson 1.9" Baja Claw TTC Scale Tires ( Z-T0048 ) and RC4WD Goodyear Wrangler MT/R 1.9" 4.75" Scale Tires ( Z-T0158 )

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks! I need to try those!

[@Hirthirthirt]

I want to order the Voodoos for my Rock Rey for bashing.....they are quite expensive, do I have to go with the ultra-expensive USD Sticky foam or can you recommend me a cheap foam from Amazon or Ali in the right size, Sir?

[@RoadsideRC]

I believe these foams should work for you: amzn.to/3l9jy5N Honestly, these tires are very heavy and don't have great traction. Not sure they would be the best basher tire.

[@Hirthirthirt]

@@RoadsideRC can you recommend any rough tire (in a similar look as the Voodoo) that you find better? For bashing actually too much grip is not good. Especially for the Rock Rey, it loves to roll over at any chance. The weight would help with the air control......but tell me your opinion

[@Hirthirthirt]

as for your foam recommendation - is'nt the sidewall to low for the Rock Racer-tires?

[@RoadsideRC]

If you are going to just bash it, I would go with something like this: amzn.to/3Ac17Sr

[@hotrodpieper9541]

Proline interco , you will be thoroughly impressed, Richard( rc workbench ) and I have pretty much put them on every crawler we have now.

[@RoadsideRC]

Yeah - I need to get a set of those to try. Thanks!

[@hotrodpieper9541]

@@RoadsideRC they work amazing, i bought a set to just see what they are about. Now just about every crawler i.have has a set lol.

[@aggiechad2005]

Running the same in mine. Pretty happy.

[@andrewstafford7109]

Proline Racing Hyrax 1.9 G8 Tires ?

[@bdubb650]

I have been running the proline tsl xl super swampers on 1.9 beadlocks. But have been eyeing those deepwood tires for a while now. Will thedeepwoods work on beadlocks tho?

[@RoadsideRC]

Yes. They will work on beadlocks also. They sell them either mounted or unmounted.

[@joeyparlegreco1983]

I love my deep woods! I kinda wish they made them in a 2.2! I want a bigger tire

[@RoadsideRC]

They do make them in a 2.2! amzn.to/3uN00Xb

[@richardwatt911]

​@@RoadsideRC

[@jessjoshwyatt3571]

Can't really compare a big tire to a small tire but still a good review.

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks

[@richardmarsden6516]

I'm currently looking for a new set of tyres i use modified ripsaw tyres which seem good but I want to try different thinking losi rock claws or duratrax showdown but open to ideas

[@RoadsideRC]

I have been very happy with Duratrax tires!

[@daltonvires6099]

This is an old comment but I absolutely love Losi Rock claws. They do amazing

[@richardmarsden6516]

@@daltonvires6099 ooo I've seen them but no real reviews on them I might just try them as the reasonably priced

[@rcarty419]

Great video my cheap eBay mudslingers have always been good. But my proline Hyrax Are just bad ass.

[@RoadsideRC]

Yes sir!

[@tiborvon]

That was a very good test video troy, Which tyre would i choose, I actually dont know. The cheap tyres did ok didnt they lol. I think i would have to watch this video 3 or 4 times to be able to make a final choice if i am to be honest. Traxxas trx4 tyres, i really rate them, and i agree about tyres getting better with use dude

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks! You are the second person to mention the TRX4 tires. Sounds like I need to find a set!

[@tiborvon]

I was very impressed with the trx tyres after buying the Trx4 Defender that I bought another set to put on my Carisma Coyote

[@devon8419]

I'm running stock gen8 tires with washed out foams, I wonder how those would compare. I think I'm going to get some metal beadlocks and the deep woods. Btw I watched 100% of the video

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you! We have stock gen 8 tires that we are using on my son's truck. Seem good, but he is looking for an upgrade. Might be those Hyrax tires. Thanks for the 100%!

[@devon8419]

@@RoadsideRC the foams that come with them have a chemical in them that makes them act like a memory foam, really not ideal. If you take then out and wash out that chemical, they don't do too bad

[@lifeofwheelin6500]

I would like to see how hyrax does on this same curse

[@RoadsideRC]

I have tested them before - sounds like I should do it again!

[@billyb5057]

An interesting tyre test I noted that some situations the vehicle was grounded and that would effect what the tyres will do *👍Au👍left a like and fully viewed 😊supported*

[@RoadsideRC]

You are correct! Even the best tire can't perform if it is not touching the ground! :)

[@kerryp346]

I run the Deepwoods myself and love them. I think they are the best crawler tire for the value. Unless you need it to say bfgoodridge for a scale truck I would choose the DW. The come just tires no rims and in 1.9 and 2.2.

[@RoadsideRC]

Good point! I forgot that they do come unmounted!

[@almondjoy590]

Looking for mud tires for scx6. What is kool.

[@RoadsideRC]

RC4WD has the mud slingers in a 3.8" size: amzn.to/3z3crBl

[@rcworkbench4405]

I was REALLY curious how the Duratrex would do. Couple guys at the LHS run them and swear by them. I may pick up a set just for the heck of it now. Maybe I'll do a similar vid of some different brands lord knows we have enough laying around. lol

[@RoadsideRC]

Ha! Exactly - I think everyone with a crawler could make this same video!

[@rcworkbench4405]

@@RoadsideRC Well, you got the best performance out of the Duratrex. RC Propaganda did one as well and the Interco's were the best.(I think, I'll have to re-watch it) Should do a March Madness type bracket to find the champ. Find the best from everyone's videos and send them to Thunderdome... 🤔🤔🤔

[@RoadsideRC]

@@rcworkbench4405 Ha! Thunderdome = massive burnouts until they pop. So long looosers!

[@rcworkbench4405]

@@RoadsideRC 🤣🤣🤣

[@devon8419]

I wonder how the hyrax would compare to the deepwoods

[@RoadsideRC]

I am very curious about that also. My son needs some different tires for his truck, so I might need to get a set.

[@ericshanahan8296]

Would definitely like to see them thrown into the mix.

[@andrewstafford7109]

Proline Racing Hyrax 1.9 G8 Tires "or" Ar SOUR 2.2 Crawler tires

[@RoadsideRC]

I've never heard of the AR SOUR - I'll have to check those out!

[@aggiechad2005]

Hobbywing ESC will take out that motor wine and give you a bit more control. Great budget mod.

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks - this is the Hobbywing 1080. Which one do you suggest?

[@aggiechad2005]

@@RoadsideRC I have the same. Check your PWM setting. At 8 or 16k it is dead silent.

[@RoadsideRC]

Great! Thanks for the tip!!

[@JMHZ2401]

I like the canyon trails by Traxxas.

[@RoadsideRC]

Those are the stock ones that come on the TRX4, right?

[@JMHZ2401]

@@RoadsideRC yes came in my TRX4 Blazer. I bought a second set for my Gen 8.

[@ChrisHirner]

I got to admit when new i didnt like the traxxas tires, but after about 4 hours of use they really changed my mind.

[@oibabayaga9935]

Its kinda not fair as the new tires are bigger more clearance the Amazon were the smallest and did just as good if they were as tall they would of won. Clearance is the biggest problem crawling

[@RoadsideRC]

Interesting! I actually disagree that clearance is most important. My crawlers have all gotten better as they get lower. Center of gravity - both forward/backward & vertically is very important for the performance of a crawler. Yes, in general 2.2s can have an advantage over 1.9s - but some of these test are simply about traction, not about clearance.

[@oibabayaga9935]

@@RoadsideRC even with stock tires on my trx4 i can crawl over any rock that i don't get hung up on the frame and the video shows just that

[@akiraotb]

You judge it on a wood plank there is nothing for knobs to grip. Wdyt the tire is for..

[@RoadsideRC]

That is true!

[@NCmountainsYouTubeChannel]

NC MOUNTAINS 🏞backyard RC AND MORE.,,👍👍💯 My very first tire on the RC crawlers was the Duratrax Showdown C3 1.9,, There in my playlist new ,, and on my still on my trx4 4 sport, I really like them,

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks - I imagine they may be a similar rubber compound to the Deep Woods here.

[@archerash6695]

I enjoy the content. But I'm not sure why people do tire tests and compare tire that are not scrubbed in... They need a good hour of driving.

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks for the comment! I haven't really found this to be true, personally. The rubber appears stickiest straight out of the box. The foams continue to change throughout their life.

[@red17able]

raise the truck up, all tires will work

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks! All tires do work.. some are just better than others for sure.

[@djflow1227]

Deep woods check my last video 👍

[@RoadsideRC]

I am a big fan of them!

[@cji1369]

Just subbed. You should check out exocaged channel and see how he tests the tires. Pretty spot on. He doesn't do over terrain like you do though which is awsome view

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks! Yes, subscribed to gus channel also. He is one of the masters of RC crawling.

[@ericshanahan8296]

What would I do? Buy Hyrax🤣 but they are expensive also.

[@RoadsideRC]

I really need to get a set to try! Thanks for the recommendation.

[@ericshanahan8296]

Roadside RC I do like mine. And I have tried a fair amount if others including modifying stick canyon trail tires. So far they are the best rock climbers for me....however they do pack up in mud and lose their advantage.