That is a CLEAN truck

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Those look really nice. Seems like a good compromise between an all terrain tire and quiet enough for city driving. Keep us updated please!

 

They look good, let us know how they ride and sound at highway speeds.
Thanks

 

I'm seriously thinking of getting these tires as well. I'm very curious about how well, or not, these tires grip the road when stopping and taking corners. Do you notice anything different from how the Firestones performed in this area?

Please keep us all updated.

 

I really, really wish they made these tires in 255/60r18. I think I am going to end up with Pirelli Scorpion ATRs since they are the best highway/AT hybrid at that size, and they are pretty cheap. But I'd definitely get these if they were available in the size I want.

 

I like the Pirellis too, but their specs (112T, 520 A B) means they will have a rougher ride, faster tread wear, worse traction in extreme temperatures, lower speed rating (not real important with the RL, but...), plus the tread pattern is not as aggressive (not like either is all that extreme). Are those trade-offs worth a slightly wider tire? I'm still asking myself that question and I've not decided yet.

 

Looks good! I'm considering these in stock size as well. Or joining the 265/60 club or 255/65 club w/ less aggressive tires. Decisions, decisions... Thanks for posting pics! Looking forward to an update as you get more use out of them... particularly MPG impact.

 

Tires seem every bit as quiet at highway speeds, not much else to report yet.

 

Bumping this thread as I'm highly interested. Any updates @TheCarGuy?

Stock size will have minimal weight penalty and won't void any warranty. Also considering 265/60/18, but that's mainly for looks (and ~1/2 lift) but at ~5 pounds increase in weight per corner. I'm already dealing with ~16 mpg on my daily commute (lots of stop signs/lights for short distances). Although I want the all terrain capabilities when I go to the snow and camping.

 

I have been running this tire for over 5k miles. Stock size. Love them. Quiet as stock tires, and ride a bit better. I have averaged 22.3 mpg for last 4K miles and see over 20mpg in commuting traffic (Atlanta is bad). I have seen 27-28 mpg on highway trips. Guess I have a lighter foot than some, but I do run 75mph+ on the highway. I don’t use eco mode either.

 

Just last week, I had 265/60R18's installed. I'd say they are almost as quiet as stock; so Continental does live up to their claim about low road noise. I'm jealous that you can hit 27-28 mpg on road trips with the TerrainContacts. I can't even get 25 mpg (calculated) with the stock tires.

 

I would have had mine put on today but my asshat Honda Dealer didn't leave the special lug nut tool where it's supposed to be. So, now on to next week to get them installed ( 265/60/18 ); leveling kit will have to wait until the spring as a tonneau is more important since WINTER IS COMING!

 

Any rubbing with the 265’s? Have the bed loaded with weight yet?

 

No rubbing at all. Haven't loaded it with weight yet, but there's plenty of clearance in the back. I have a small write up and pics posted on this thread. http://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/...ersclub.com/forums/193-2g-tires-wheels-suspension/193433-g2-rl-tire-survey.html

I'm still undecided if I'm keeping the 265 or drop down to 245's. I love the larger look, but the increased rotational mass is certainly noticeable. Most of my driving is stop and go, and in lots of traffic. At highway speeds, they spin along just fine.

 

I just posted a new thread and included these TerrainContact tires as an option... but I figured they would be too aggressive as I never really go off-road. But I do live in New England and weather can change at a whim and shnow can pile up. Along with I have a steep driveway etc... BUT these tires look great on the OPs photos - really curious how much louder and how much of a MPG hit with the stock 245 size? It seems from above neither is too bad. I really enjoy the quietness of the RL and would hate to change that too much.

my other post also talked about a new tire which seems to cheap in price but checks all the boxes (but unknown how load and MPG again)

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So I installed these tires after getting approximately 31K out of the factory Firestones.

The Firestones were down to 4/32nds and had gotten noisy, harsh ridding and living in South Florida I was concerned with hydroplaning with all the rain we were getting. So the factory tires served me well but not compelling to buy again.

So I now have approximately 1000 miles on the Continentals. They are a little noisier but not anything I would consider objectionable. I had installed the roof rack and crossbars so I had already introduced additional noise to the cab, so the tires don't add any more objectionable noise.

The tire has great handling, very stable and confident steering. Handle wet roads well and of course it has sure footed dry handling. They balanced well and did not require a lot of weight to balance. I also have not noticed a hit on fuel economy, still averaging about the same as I was doing with the factory tires. I won't have an opportunity to report on trail or off road handling until later this year. Yet so far so good as an everyday tire.

 

Another Florida (central) RL driver here. Wondering how these tires are working out for you?

Wanted something a little aggressive looking as a year round tire for mostly city driving.


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I got the 265s on and put on about 18k miles on them so far - little wear and I run them year round (and we get snow/slush/ice); So far, I am very pleased with these tires and have no hesitation recommending them.

 

So far I like them, they are noisier than I expected. However with the aggressive thread it’s to be expected. I think also the asphalt down in south Florida is allowed to deteriorate way too far which then contributes to being noisier. I like the handling of the tire in dry and wet conditions, have not had a chance to use in the loose stuff, but m sure it will be competent. I also like the stiffer side walls, it took away the pillowy feeling of the OEM tires.

Overall , I really like the tire. They ride smooth for the type of tire, it’s not an all season tyre smooth but I knew that going with them, I still like the tire very much. Next set I think I will buy the 255/55/18, I think that will have a nicer stance. As for appearance, the tires blocky tread, aggressive looking sidewall and just the overall appereance give the truck a nice stance. It wipes off the SUT look and its a more all terrain truck look.

So, if you want them... buy them. I did!!!

 

Thanks for the update. I still have to wait a while until my OEMs are worn down a little bit but just trying to plan ahead


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I have a set in my garage I bought from Discount Tire on Labor Day weekend for a discount + $70 rebate. I will install soon as my OEM aren't good enough to get me through the winter and this time of year it can snow at any point.

-Mike

 

I have a set in my garage I bought from Discount Tire on Labor Day weekend for a discount + $70 rebate. I will install soon as my OEM aren't good enough to get me through the winter and this time of year it can snow at any point.



-Mike

I’d be curious to find out how you like them in the snow...

I mean they can only be better than the LE2 tires.


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Just ordered a set of these tires. Thanks for the ops info. For anyone interested they were sold out everywhere on backorder. I went to Ebay on a whim and sure enough a huge tire wholesaler has them listed for 703$. Ebay is running a 10% off coupon site wide and continental has a 100$ visa rebate so essentially you can get them for 577 after taxes. They already shipped them Fedex last night.

 

nice beefier look

 

Just had the Terrains installed on my 2018 RTL-E. They look so much better than the stock bowling balls. Pics to follow once I get it washed. Gonna sell my LEs, less than 8K miles on them.

 

Duval, is your RL lifted?

 

You might have just sold me - I have zero need for off road - more of a need for highway and snow - but yet I want the more aggressive look - a little more trucky if you will - these sounds like they fit the bill. I have been really debating on either the Nitto Ridgegrappler and the Faulken Wildpeak as they look great - but I don't need the noise and worse gas millage - these Contential tires look great! Any feedback or con's after driving on them?

 

 

Any updates on these tires?

I’m coming up as due for new tires.


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I "pulled the trigger" on the Continental TerrainContact A/Ts a handful of months ago for my 2009 RTL (with nav.).

Pro:
Once you put a handful of miles on the TerrainContact A/Ts they become very quiet and handle the dry and wet pavement excellently. We have not gotten any snow where I live and I have not been off-road yet, so no comments on how it performs in those conditions, at least not yet. However, there is a good tire comparison test performed by Tire Rack that is worth reviewing: https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests/videoDisplay.jsp?ttid=240

Con:
The two negative things I can say are due to the all-terrain nature of the tires. The TerrainContact A/T's are stiffer than the OEMs so they do not absorb harsh road imperfections as well. The suspension does a great job absorbing the normal imperfections in the road but when you hit things like potholes the tires do not flex much or at all so you feel it translate the hit through the Ridgeline more than before. Also my mileage is negatively impacted by about 0.5 MPG in the city and 1.0 MPG on the highway.

The Gen2 should give you a different MPG delta that my Gen1 but not by much and the suspension setup between the Gen1 and Gen2 are about the same, so...

 

Hmmm. the great debate. H/T or A/T Terrain Contact Continentials. I love the meatier look but the highway mileage is important to me.

Steve

 

Hmmm. the great debate. H/T or A/T Terrain Contact Continentials. I love the meatier look but the highway mileage is important to me.

Steve

In addition to looks and MPG, tire performance is important for safety. What type of driving conditions do you find yourself in? If you want the look of a mild A/T and have to drive in snow now and then, I would stay away from the TerrainContact A/Ts and look at the Bridgestone Dueler A/T Revo 3 and Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S. The AT3 4S has the three-peak mountain snowflake symbol and I have heard that some highway patrols want to see that on your tire before letting you drive through some mountain passes in winter or they make you put chains on (I don't know if that's really true or not). Both of these tires do not come the OEM size, so you would have to "plus-up" a little to get them.

 

I ended up going with the General Gripper APT - really happy with them. The noise is low, really great snow and winter performance so far - and ended up getting the complete set for $635 from Tirebuyer.com - plus got $100 rebate - cost me $50 for install and balance but I really like them. I also went a little bigger with the 265/60/18.

 

I installed Continental TerrainContact ATs today from DirectTire in the stock sizeon my 2017 RTL-E. I replaced stock Firestone LE2's with 16k miles and the new tires are already an improvement in ride quality and noise. The bumps are softer and quieter. Road noise up to 75mph was about the same and maybe better than the LE2's which is very good (engine noise was louder than the road noise). I'll report back after I put some miles on them. I have read some reviews that claimed MPG was the same or even a touch better with the AT's vs the LE2s. I debated whether to run highway tires in the summer and switch to winter tires in the fall. But here in Colorado it's possible to take a trip to the mountains in the summer and wind up in snow so I figured I would risk a trade off of some possible road noise and lower comfort for a tire I can leave on all year that can get me through unexpected bad weather. I also worried a HT tire could be ruined easier on the few times I wind up on dirt/gravel roads. I think these are a winner since I don't feel like I gave up anything. As for the 3 peak mountain snow ratings and Colorado Department of transportation chain laws here is how it works from Sept 1 to May 31 on I-70 in the mountains from Dotsero to Morrison. Part of the law was to increase minimum tread depth from 1/8" to 3/16". Personally I never wear my tires down that far.


Colorado Traction Law
During winter storms, or when conditions require, CDOT will implement the Traction Law. During a Traction Law, all motorists are required to have EITHER:

1. 4WD or AWD vehicle and 3/16” tread depth
2. Tires with a mud and snow designation (M+S icon) and 3/16” tread depth
3. Winter tires (mountain-snowflake icon) and 3/16” tread depth
4. Tires with an all-weather rating by the manufacturer and 3/16” tread depth
5. Chains or an AutoSock