Your stock tires were most likely BFG "Rugged Trail T/A," and they really aren't that great of a tire. But, since you are a weekend warrior with a bunch of street usage, you might also want to look into the BFG All-Terrain T/As (NOT your stock tire)
I've had 3 sets of them and I love 'em to death. Great traction on the snow, ice, dirt and mud, but they perform well on the street and have a good life to them as well.
Just a suggestion..... <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />
X3 <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> I also stepped up to BFG AT's from the Rugged Trails on my '04 with a 4 cyl. Although they weigh 51 lbs. the performance isnt negatively effected and it gives you a more solid feel when hitting potholes and better cornering since they are a touch wider with a more square shoulder. Mileage may have dropped slightly but I attributed that to the winter weather. Although the Firestones and Bridgestones are rated better by Tire Rack, I still went with BFG partly for the agressive looks and partly because Ive run them before with good results. The bad part is that they cost the most, but if you have some
time, deals come up on free shipping or 10% off on Performance Products, 4 Wheel Parts sites now and then. Like this..
BFG Sale I got mine free shipping AND 10% off. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> You might also take a look at the General Grabber AT2s on Tire Rack. I was going to get them originally but they were out of stock for a long time in 265/70/R16 and I didnt want to spend the $ for the BFGs. The only negative that I can tell is that the BFG ATs break loose easily on both wet and dry pavement with a pickup, due to lack of weight in the rear and less amount of sipes than others. Other than that they are a solid bulletproof tire, look good and you should get at least 50k out of em! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
