I have the Geolanders an I love them. I only do trail, rock, sand and mud wheeling but not mud as in Stave Mud Pit stuff. I find I have decent traction provided I am not deep in mud as the treads tend to clog up; mind you I am physically unable to "spin" all 4 of my wheels with my tired, aged, little excuse for an engine.
These are not swampers of course, otherwise they are perfect for my driving. I don't hydroplane on the street, hear very little of the tires at hwy speeds, Air down and find gravel roads - chehalis Main, Stave Main - very comfortable at speed.
How fast do they wear?? Don't know they are 4 months old. Can't speak for other tire types.
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Pony
90 4Runner 22RE 3" Body Lift 33's
And cool looking, inexpensive fender flares thanks to Greg's tip
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