Golf Buggy Tires Are Not All The Same

If you are like most golfers you have probably been driving around in your golf cart for months without even looking at the tires. So, next time you take it out for a drive, have a look and see if it is time to replace those tires. And do not forget when buying new tires that there are different sizes and styles of golf cart tire which each style being designed for a specific type of use.

You will need to think about a number of different things when shopping for new tires but, as a first step, you need to decide whether to replace all of your tires or just one or two, depending on wear and tear. Here the decision should be simple. If you have one damaged tire then, as long as the remaining tires are in relatively good condition, it is acceptable to replace just the damaged tire. However, in general and to protect the handling, performance and safety of your cart, you should aim to replace all of your tires at the same time.

If you use your cart mostly on the golf course then you need to be looking at tires designed for such specific use. Tires designed for use on grass have minimal tread so that you can drive around the course without doing undue damage to the grass surface.

If you are driving your cart on the public roads then you need tires with a good grip on both dry and wet road surfaces. More importantly, you need tires which are legal for use on the public roads.

Lastly, we come to the most robust high performance tires which are designed for off-road use where your cart can be placed under considerable strain and you tires can take a real beating. Here deep grooved, tough treads are needed to cope with slippery uneven surfaces and rocks. For your own safety, it is essential that you fit only these higher specification tires if you are going to be driving your cart off-road.

You need to know about the various different types of tires that you can buy and what each type is designed to do. For the most part, wheels should all be the same size and it is smart to replace all 4 tires at the same time. Low profile wheels can make your vehicle look sharp, but come with a harsher ride. Finally, if you are unsure of the right tire for your golf cart, just ask the dealer and they can suggest the best tire for your needs.

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