Trail Driving Northern Wisconsin in a Bronco Sport Big Bend - Pics, Video, and Build

Huntyeraws said:

Awesome pics! Exactly how I picture using my BB in the exact same color from time to time here for either fishing or hunting in NY State! My BB is on its way and should be delivered within the next two weeks.

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cdub13 said:

What's you opinion of the Falkens? Are they noisy on the highway?

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ryno8756 said:

They are not. Maybe slightly noisier than the stock tires, but only if you’re listening for it. Once music is on there’s no difference. Ride quality is also slightly rougher at times, such as turning onto a highway at high speeds.

I’ve lost about 1.5-2mpg in general. I average between 24-25mpg with very mixed highway/city driving. With the stock tires I was doing 26-27.5mpg. However, on the way home from this Hayward trip, I was up to 29.5mpg with 3.5 hours on the highway.

All in all I love them. They're a HUGE aesthetic improvement and will help out a lot come winter. They aren't as extreme as KO2s or the AT3Ws, which I didn't feel like I needed.

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ryno8756 said:

Finally took my Big Bend off-road through some trails in Hayward, WI. Absolutely zero problems through damp dirt, wet grass, rocks, branches, etc.

Some specs and accessories I have:
- Big Bend with CoPilot 360+ package
- 235/65/17 Falken Wildpeak AT Trails
- OEM rubberized floor mats (best purchase for the money so far IMO)
- Rear bumper protector
- WeatherTech ClearCover license plate covers. Gotta keep em clean and lookin sharp!
- OEM wheel locks

The first picture looks like we’re putting that boat in the back… not the case. Just the fishing poles!

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Spartan007 said:

I’m looking to add the same exact tires to my BB. Have you experienced any rubbing? Tested at full lock? And did you have to add any lift? Thanks

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ryno8756 said:

Rubbing isn't even remotely close. None at all. I've seen people with 245/65/17 tires have no rubbing. I did not have to add any lift, although I'm thinking about adding one for fun.

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