Not really. Retailers are marking up prices regardless and calling it tariffs. Even if it was sourced pre-tariffs, they are saying it’s more costly to restock.
Could be. Regardless I think it’s a better option than other products. Especially since it has a compatible tire sealant solution that can also be added.
I’ve been told by the dealer that it’s a slurry that isn’t such a gloopy mess like Rimguard. And supposedly (according to manufacturer claim) it conditions the tire rubber to keep it soft to reduce cracking. They also sell a compatible product that can be added along with the ballast that is...
I’m using a product that is never mentioned in these discussions, but it’s a nice alternative. It’s made from corn and far less messy than Rimguard.
https://envirotechservices.com/bio-ballast/
I have replaced the pins on several of my Cat 1 implements with Cat 2 pins. They aren’t too expensive and are sold at TSC. Using a spacer on the top link isn’t too hard.
Check out bio ballast. It a lot less messy than rim guard and non corrosive. It’s also better on the tire rubber than WW fluid.
https://envirotechservices.com/products/tire-ballast-bioballast/
It’s very much fall in northern New Mexico. Been raining off and on all week and the aspen leaves in the mountains are at peak color. We rode the chair lift in the ski area to 11,500’ elevation, but it was in the clouds and not very scenic.