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Patagonia MTs or Interco TrXus MT?

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I'm trying to figure what 30,000 mile tire would be better for the daily commute and the weekend trail.

My JT sees 70 mile daily commutes (if not driving the built TJ Rubicon) each day. After installing the tall 4.5" EVO Enforcer Overland, I will want a tire that will provide the clearance to not back down, but rather, tackle the terrain. I see clearance as a benefit, not a curse. The taller the better, IMO. I wheel out west, so lots of desert and rocky trails.

Characteristics of the Interco TrXus MT include:
Soft, compliant tread (that's been reformulated against chipping)
Over stated size - you get more tire height for your money.
Good sidewalls with sidewall protection.
Siped tread blocks that provide 30,000 miles of service.
Quiet ride the first 20,000 miles.

Characteristics of the Patagonia MT include:
Soft, compliant tread that does not chip.
A 38" size to fill the fenderwells for good clearance.
Sidewall tread that provides traction and protection.
Quiet ride the life of the tire.

I can't think of any 38"x17" tires that I'm missing.. that is for your advice.
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There is about a $200 price difference between the two.
 

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Well, if 38" is your criteria (instead of 37's) your options are limited. Why limit your choices due to 1" diameter, ½" more clearance?
 
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Well, if 38" is your criteria (instead of 37's) your options are limited. Why limit your choices due to 1" diameter, ½" more clearance?
In 4 wheeling, clearance is king. I see your point, though.
 

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How about the 39” KM3? It is likely about the same actual diameter of either of the others since BFG sizes are notoriously over-stated.
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I have owned the Trxus on one of my XJs. Not sure where you heard it's quiet for the first 20k miles. It will sing on the highway from new. Traction wise it was amazing, but for a daily driver....never again. Lol. I can't speak for the Patagonia. Really depends on what kind of trails, and how often you're on the road vs trail. I'd consider others though for sure.
 
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I have owned the Trxus on one of my XJs. Not sure where you heard it's quiet for the first 20k miles. It will sing on the highway from new. Traction wise it was amazing, but for a daily driver....never again. Lol. I can't speak for the Patagonia. Really depends on what kind of trails, and how often you're on the road vs trail. I'd consider others though for sure.
They're not too bad up to about 20,000 miles. Once they reach that 5th tread block, they become noisy, intolerable above say, 55 mph. I ran a set bald in 2012. The noise virtually disappeared with the tread.lol. I'm probably going with the Patagonias. Just trying to double-check my decision before spending the money. Thanks for your input @XJ2JTChris

My TJ Rubicon in 2005 when it ran TrXus MTs

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