The tread pattern's enhanced buttress and abrasion resistant rib design grip and the tire is able to conquer all soft, uneven or loose surfaces. Unlike other all terrain tires, this model performs well in mud terrain situations as well. The tire is very versatile in its uses, as it performs just as well off-road as it does on-road. The self-cleaning nature of the tread pattern cleans out mud and snow from between the tread elements to maintains traction and road contact.