Skid Steers vs. Compact Track Loaders 

The importance and effectiveness of skid steers on the job site have grown exponentially since their inception in the 1950s (See The Skid Steer Revolution). The advent of the compact track loader (CTL) has increased the available options for operators interested in these versatile machines, which can be found on farms and job sites in every corner of the world. If you’re in the market for a compact loader but can’t decide between a skid steer or track loader, here are 10 reasons why we think rolling with wheels is the way to go.

Topics: Galaxy Tires, Skid Steer Tires

Selecting Tires for Commercial Turf Equipment 

Choosing the best tire for commercial equipment is a vital step that turf care professionals can take toward improving their business, and now there are more options than ever. Tires are what connect a turf pro’s primary tool, their equipment, to what they care the most about, the turf—delicately balancing the equipment's need for traction with the importance of minimizing its impact on the turf. Keep reading for a few tips for finding the best tire for your operation.

Topics: Galaxy Tires, Turf Tires

An In-Depth Look at the Galaxy Mighty Mow TS

Turf care professionals have a lot to think about when trying to please customers who expect perfection—in addition to keeping golf courses, baseball fields, and public parks gorgeously green, they also have a business to run. Fortunately for today’s turf pros, our high-quality turf tire, the Galaxy Mighty Mow TS, is purpose-built to meet the exacting demands of customers and the performance requirements of the business (traction and stability, minimizing the impact of machinery, a low total cost of ownership, and a high return on investment).

Topics: Galaxy Tires, Turf Tires

Spooky Sites and Solid Tires 

It may not be ghouls and goblins lurking around dark corners that scare today’s skid steer operators; rather, it’s debris, downtime, and punctures that keep them up at night. And while dark basements, haunted woods, and creepy old houses provide the chills this time of year, these scary work sites unnerve operators all year long. Luckily, skid steer operators can make these sites a little less frightening by equipping their machines with solid tires.

Topics: Galaxy Tires, Skid Steer Tires, Solid Tires

10 Reasons to Try Our New Galaxy Radial OTR Tires 

The recent launch of our line of Galaxy Radial OTR tires is another step toward offering construction and industrial customers a complete solution to the challenges facing operators in the field. If you’re unsure why there is so much buzz around our newest offering, here are ten reasons why our Galaxy radials are good for your business.

Topics: Galaxy Tires, Construction Tires, Galaxy ROTR