Thursday, Nov 05, 2020 at 12:21
Stephen,
Ok - I've re-read your reply and perhaps I should have been more specific.
Your suggestion was that:
"Sounds like you only want a tyre for looks over tyres that are practical for our outback roads "
This was ,I felt, a bit judgmental of Genes intentions and that can be discouraging for posters asking questions about matters that they are seeking guidance on - perhaps simply saying those size tires aren't necessarily the best for your needs could be considered more friendly.
The question pertained to fuel economy and gearing - perhaps that's where the answer could best be directed. Most often your posts and answers are full of useful knowledge and experience and are considered by many to be valuable contributions to this great
forum ....
I also run Toyo Open Country AT2 LT tyres and 100% agree they are a great all round tyre for wear, traction and price. And I totally agree with you that "a good quality AT/LT tyre will do those tracks in its stride."
As far as my experience goes I'm not wanting to enter a p*****g contest but .... ( I will)..... I have lived and worked in FNQ, The Western Gulf Country and
Cape York for only 38 years now. I am familiar with both the
Birdsville and
Oodnadatta Tracks having traveled widely through Northern, Central and North Western Australia for both leisure and work in that time.....I consider myself an amateur in remote area travel and living by some standards and bow to the superior knowledge of others.
I will admit that I'm very short of knowledge of the Victorian High Country and Tasmania as
well as South Western Australia but I do hope that the opportunity presents itself to visit these areas at some stage.
Cheers
Crusader
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