STI 32-Inch Sand Drifter Tire: Review & Rating
STI Tire and Wheel has been testing, developing, and manufacturing tires and wheels since 2010, however, only recently has its brand reputation and popularity surged.
The experience, coupled with the zeal and interest STI possesses for the profession, enables its to design and manufacture superior products for customers. STI Tire and Wheel specialize in catering to a specific set of vehicles that are designed to perform in rugged, uneven landscape conditions.
The vehicles that STI Tires and Wheel cater to include All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), side by sides (SxS) and off-road motorcycles. The company has a history of innovation and superior designing; from mud tires to OTRs, STI has done it all.
Moreover, STI Tires and Wheel is a frequent sight at rallies and off-road events across country. Such events present a lucrative opportunity to meet and market to potential customers already ahead in the conversion funnel.
These country-wide events include: Rally on the Rocks in Moab, Utah; the Mud Nationals, which is broken down into two events, and is held annually in Louisiana and Minnesota.And events like the Windrock Spring Jamboree in Tennessee, the White-Knuckle Event at Tennessee’s Brimstone Park and the Big 6 Grand Prix Race Series STI Tires and Wheel supports in California and Nevada.
One of the bestsellers to come out of STI Tires and Wheels is the new 32-inch STI Sand Drifter Tire.
Features and Construction
‘Off-the-road’, is the name given to uneven, stony, and unpaved landscapes that presents itself in sites where there is no prevalent infrastructure, such as mountainous terrain or landfills, etc.
Special vehicles are required for such landscapes. These vehicles demand highly specialized tires,which are meticulously designed for such rugged landscapes – a good example of which is the STI Sand Drifter UTV tire.
The STI Sand Drifter UTV tire helps heavy machinery make its way through sand with extra control and power in the maneuverability and movement of the machines in some of the biggest dunes. As the company website states, ‘The new STI Sand Drifter UTV tire gives drivers control of their machines from Glamis to Lake Michigan.’
The STI Sand Drifter UTV tire features a light 6-ply outer shell that provides a sturdy structure. The structure can withstand the excessive wear and tear that such terrains induce. Additionally, the tire has a wider footprint than STI’s predecessors – a requirement for today’s large-bore UTVs.
The deep rim guard in the STI Sand Drifter UTV tire ensures the wheel lip remains protected.The rim guard further eliminates the possibility of sand being trapped in the bead area, making sure they are safe and sound.
Furthermore, the reinforced sidewall in the STI Sand Drifter UTV tire decreases the tire roll and allows for LOW-PSI operation to maximize flotation.
The STI Sand Drifter UTV tire is the number one choice of many power-sport veterans, who have spent decades in garnering a revered name for themselves and understanding the unique needs of OTR vehicles and tires. The experience, coupled with the need for more, resulted in the new 32-inch STI Sand Drifter UTV tire.
The face of the tire features a tri-rib front pattern which gives the tire its much-needed precision, and makes the STI Sand Drifter UTV tire weigh less than would be otherwise possible. The design provides more control as well as the ability to steer the heavy vehicle easily.
The rear of the tire provides the precision.The design enables maximum power exertion to transfer the vehicle over and through the difficult to navigate sand dunes. The STI Sand Drifter UTV rear consists of 14 one-inch tall paddle rears that efficiently rotate through the sand without getting stuck. This allows the engine to minimize the power lost due to sand friction and the lack of traction found in bumpy terrains.
The traction-grabbing paddles are specifically molded and designed to cut through the sand while propelling the heavy vehicle forward without hesitation.
Sizes Available
STI Sand Drifter UTV tire delivers its new high performing product in both 14-inch and 15-inch sizes for added compatibility with heavy vehicles that accommodate any one of these sizes.
Key Features
• A light carcass that reduces the overall weight while bolstering performance
• Deep rim guard that protects from wear and tear, and sand.
• Reinforced sidewalls that increase durability
• Tri-rib front design that delivers precision and light-weight
• 14 one-inch paddle containing rear that helps to minimize power loss in sand
• Reinforced sidewall allowing minimum tire roll and max flotation
• Wider footprint, allowing more traction
Conclusion
The new 32 UTV tire introduced by STI reflects the company’s commitment to understanding and catering to the unique needs of off-road enthusiasts.
Equipped with the latest designs and innovations that have become somewhat of a dominant trait of STI Wheels and Tires, the new tires are durable, power-efficient and designed to gain maximum traction in even the most unfavorable driving conditions.
The tread design at the back, cuts through sand and boosts traction that powers the vehicle,allowing it to pull through the sand whereas the front tri-rib design reduces weight without affecting the tires’ performance. STI Sand Drifter UTV tire makes use of a simple and effective design to deliver high-quality performance.
STI Wheels and Tires have innovated and produced several excellent tires in the past, and the new 32 promise to be no different. These tires have the potential to fulfill all the expectations one might expect an off-road enthusiast to have.