[AlfaAndy]

Z Force LX60, D.O.M. 04/16 Carlisle Turf Master 22x9.50-12NHS
I have been using this mower since the spring of 17. I live on a somewhat hilly property that I can use the CC on some, but not all of the lawns. For the more hilly areas I use my Steiner 420. I noticed this year that I am having more and more traction issues turning, and staying straight when mowing on slopes, and starting out going up hill. I am cognizant of low traction conditions like wet or very dry lawns. I also recently changed the hydraulic fluid and that made no difference with traction. I don't believe that the fluid drive is causing these problems. The tires still have very good tread remaining and the rubber does NOT feel extra dry or hard; in fact, it seems rather soft and pliable with the finger nail test. I am still running the recommended 25 psi. Perhaps I should lower (or raise?) the pressure for more traction? Or, perhaps this is just typical of these tires as they approach 10 years old. If so, would I see improvement with new Carlisle Turf Masters, or are there better tires (better traction) to consider? I have looked online and there are a few different brand available. Does anyone here have experience with tires other than Carlisle on a Z Force LX mower? TIA.