My next set will be Mastercraft Courser Trail All Terrain - owned and manufactured by Cooper - my local mechanic swears by them.
$800 all in.

 

Mastercraft is owned by Goodyear as far as I know.

 

What you riding on now?

 

OEM Firestone destination

 

How about tires for a Ridgeline that will never see anything more off road than the parking lot at a county fair or some decent gravel roads. in other words, street tires with no pretense of being for off roading?

What are the good ones for the road.

 

I highly recommend Vredestein HiTrac All Season. Smoothest, quietest ride ever. I put some on my wife's 2010 Subaru three years ago and she loves them. A couple of weeks ago I put a set of 245/60R18's on my 2022 RTL-E. Cost me $815+tax from Tire Rack
<https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Vredestein&tireModel=HiTrac+All+Season&partnum=46VR8HITRAC>. Had them shipped to me, took to my favorite shop for install. Truck now rides better than it did when new. Its Destination LE2 OEM tires only had 20k on them, but I couldn't tolerate their stiffening ride any longer. Sold them for $200 to a guy who just needed tires.

 

Michelin All Season 80K warranty...what's not to like,.?

 

Until recently I ran Michelins on everything, and when new loved them, but I rotate every 5k on my trucks and never ever got any mileage out of them so I am done with them, glad you are still getting good service out of them,

 

If the OEM tires met your needs and cost is the driving force in your purchase decision, I would suggest the cheapest all season tire your budget will allow. Most likely any name brand would meet your needs.

 

In this case, oem take-offs from another club member would be cheapest, if within reasonable driving distance.

 

It's funny, I don't know what to think about the OEM Firestones. I like them, but I've had to patch 2 of them from running over junk. Either that's the tire or me, I don't know.. Would the same thing happen with expensive Michelins ?

The reason I'm responding is I'm kind of in the same boat. 40K Miles on my 2023, original tires and I'm looking around. No off road use, unless you consider awful Louisiana roads off road...

 

Had to patch Michelin tire (at least once) on one car, Bridgestone tire on another car.

Pirelli on yet another car (or two) and two Michelin tires (!) on yet another car.

Not the tires. Not you. Just all the trash on the roads. I shudder driving on parking lots. Almost every time I do and on the walk to/from the store I spot tire hazard hardware. Seems to be worse now as many businesses have given up on having the parking lots swept.

 

Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive. Used them on my 2017 RL. Great wet & snow traction.

 

Second that. Have the Scorpions on my 2017, too. Excellent traction, quiet, good handling response, handle occasional snow and ice very well, no problem on dirt and gravel.

 

If you're not driving the car much and are replacing tires due to aging out based on DOT dates, it doesn't make a lot of sense to buy Michelin. Price seems to be a big factor. I just depends on your budget. Best time to buy tires is usually around Memorial Day and Labor Day if you're holding out for deals.
If you just want cheap, look at Walmart. There's a 50k tire on there right now for $87 each. If you want more of a known name brand tire then expect to pay more. Some of those will even include road hazard. I know Ironman and Nexen typically have included road hazards with their tires and are on the lower end of the price range (I think Nexen has raised themselves out of the cheapest tire market the last few years though).
It just depends on your budget and what benefits you're wanting in a tire.

 

If you're not driving the car much and are replacing tires due to aging out based on DOT dates, it doesn't make a lot of sense to buy Michelin. Price seems to be a big factor. I just depends on your budget. Best time to buy tires is usually around Memorial Day and Labor Day if you're holding out for deals.
If you just want cheap, look at Walmart. There's a 50k tire on there right now for $87 each. If you want more of a known name brand tire then expect to pay more. Some of those will even include road hazard. I know Ironman and Nexen typically have included road hazards with their tires and are on the lower end of the price range (I think Nexen has raised themselves out of the cheapest tire market the last few years though).
It just depends on your budget and what benefits you're wanting in a tire.

‘check independent tire shops . I got my set for a ltlle over $450 including hazard warranty.

 

Here ya go... get these and don't look back.!!

https://tires.costco.com/Product?ItemNo=1892108&tirename=michelin-defender2&partno=51954&width=245&aspect=60&rim=18

 

Sure the Michelin Defender to max out mileage/cost and if you do not care if you sub-optimize performance, especially in wet or snow. The defender is a hard tire that performs less well in wet and sucks in snow. Get Michelin CC2s if you value safety under wet and snow conditions.

Install a separate set of studded snow tires in the winter for really extreme conditions.

I cannot comment on Pirellis, etc. because I buy Michelins.

 

I'm getting ready to replace mine as well with 35K on the clock. I have always had great experience with the Michelin LTX MS2 tires on many of the bigger vehicles I've owned. I had an 05 Tahoe before the Ridgeline and those were by far the best tires I had on it. I also think that you will get more miles with the Michelin than with others and that justifies the extra cost for me. I think sometimes we are looking for the cheapest, but it doesn't always turn out that way in the long run. Also, we don't always think about how a tire wears over its life and some tires get louder and harder to balance as they wear. The Michelins sound the same throughout their life and always wear evenly, again that is my experience with the LTX MS tires.

 

I belong to Sam’s Club and they have sales on them from time to time I like the tire rotations you get and they stand behind your purchase

 

If you were happy with the OEM Destination LE2 tires I suggest the updated LE3s. On my Passport I went with something different and more aggressive. Was not a fan of the noise and handling. Sold them and bought the LE3s. When my Ridgeline needs tires I'll likely do the same.

 

35 k on tires seems crazy for factory, but we just replaced ours at 37k on our 202mdx. went with continental lx25's on that and my old 07 rtl after years of michelins that dry rotted. loving them so far and 70k milage warranty

 

I put Michelin Defenders on mine and they've been excellent. I'm in a moderate climate that gets some winter weather, and they've performed well on snow/ice. But they're also quiet and comfortable on dry pavement. The OEM Firestone tires were fine, but like most OEM tires, I found them to be "squishy." The firmness of new tires made for a noticible improvement in handling.

 

I own a 2017 Ridgeline FWD and replaced my worn tires with Pirelli 245/60R18 Scorpion WeatherActive All Weather tires in January 2024. We had an exceptionally bad winter in 24/25 season, and the Pirellis' performed in ice and snow perfectly despite the harsh conditions. Wet pavement traction is also excellent. The only "CON" is they are a little noisier than the previous Firestone tires.

I've used Pirelli tires on-and-off (depending on availability) for years, and I've found them to be long-lasting, wear well and grip the road well. Michelin's are good, but pricey. Cooper and Continental are also excellent brands for Ridgelines.

Here's a link for Pirelli tires that should fit your vehicle: HONDA RIDGELINE RIDGELINE RTL | Pirelli

Good luck with your search!

 

I second the use of All-weather tires. I have the Michelin Crossclimate 2 version and summer driving is better than OEM Firestones and I did not notice a difference with my old Michelin X-Ice. The All-weather really shine in the shoulder season when you have wetnear-freezing temps and I do not have to worry about wheel swaps, the Ridgeline is always ready for ice and snow. The Firestones were sliding on cold wet pavement, especially turning in city streets at posted speed limits. P.S. I find the Michelins quieter than the OEM Firestones. If I remember correctly from my research, the Pirelli is less likely to hydroplane in heavy rain at highway speed than the Michelin.

 

I just picked up my new '25 RL BE on Friday. I had them swap the new tires to the Falken Wildpeat A/T Trails.
IMO the Falken's are great tires in all conditions.....I liked them so much better than the Firestone OEMs that came on my '17.

 

2022 Sport purchased new 12/21...36k miles on the stock tires. Rotated every 5k and still a lot of tread left...

Keep right around 40psi in the tires...wear pattern is completely flat.

No problem going in the snow and the dirt two-tracks at a friend's place.

At 10k a year it will probably be 2028 before I need tires...

Bob

 

Log onto Tire Rack, and look for your size tire. Then look at the ratings add determine what is important to you. Making a choice is easy since you can see multiple reviews, including ride, noise, traction, handling and price. Easy to make a choice!! Good luck!

 

2020 Ridgeline - We drive on-road with a little dirt/stone roads here in Central Oregon. Replaced the Firestone Destination LE2s with Michelin Cross Climate 2. Love them. All Season Tires 245/60R18 105V BSW 60,000 Warranty Wet-9.4 Dry-9.4 Winter/Snow-8.8 Comfort-8.8 Treadwear-9.1 . Costco included repair/balance/rotation for tire life.

 

Here ya go... get these and don't look back.!!

https://tires.costco.com/Product?ItemNo=1892108&tirename=michelin-defender2&partno=51954&width=245&aspect=60&rim=18

I belong to Sam’s Club and they have sales on them from time to time I like the tire rotations you get and they stand behind your purchase

Another good thing about buying tires through Sam's club is that the road hazard warranty will be honored by any Wal-Mart. I've had that save me a couple of times while getting a flat on vacation.

 

BFGoodrich Advantage T/A Sport LT 255/65R18
BFGoodrich Advantage T/A Sport LT | Discount Tire

A tad oversize against stock, but just for the record, I will be getting a 3rd set soon, and no desire to look at alternatives. A combination of the 3PSF (snow rating) with a comfy/efficient touring tread pattern and a lowball pricing. Used them on both G1 and G2.
Just keep in mind that speed / mileage will be undercounted by ~5%.

 

MIchelin,

OEM goodyears did not last 45000

 

I had an ‘08 Ridgeline and now a ‘19 RTL and when I’ve replaced OEM’s have had nothing but Michelins. Great tire, and Ridgeline and my prior Lexus RX drove well, handled well and great for winter driving. Replaced OEM’s on ‘19 with Michelin as OEM m’s didn’t see to get mileage as estimated. My new Hyundai SUV came with Michelins and dies same excellent results. I’m price conscious, and others may have other great tires, but my experience for extra cost and my mainly roadway driving I’m pleased. Currently going with M&S Defenders.

 

I replaced the OEM tires (60K miles) with Firestone Destination 3 from Tire Rack early this year. With free shipping and a discount, a set of 4 was $748.07. Almost the same tire as the OEM Firestones, just as quiet, same ride and fuel economy.

245/60R-18 FIRESTONE DESTINATION LE3 SL

VENDOR PART #: 005384

 

There is an Aussie on Youtube who advises those watching to simply avoid buying as he calls them, "shit tires." What he means is don't buy the loss leading cheap tire that is available at most tire stores. For myself, I like Michelin. As soon as I drove off the new car lot, I drove over to Discount Tire and bought the tires I like. After years of driving on various brands, some good, some not so good, I have come to like Michelin.