The 2026 King of the Hammers event served as a definitive proving ground for tire technology, with MRT Tires securing a major podium finish in one of the most punishing races on the professional circuit. According to reporting from UTVGuide.net, racer Cole Clark claimed 2nd place overall in the UTV Hammers Championship while navigating his Single Seat Polaris RZR Pro R through the brutal landscape of the Hammers.
A standout achievement of this performance was Clark’s ability to complete the race without a single flat tire. This result highlights the effectiveness of the 37-inch MRT Rocky RX, which was introduced to the market in October 2025. Designed specifically for high-horsepower UTVs, the tire utilizes an 8-ply Nycore belted construction and a specialized sticky compound to manage both high-speed desert sections and jagged rock crawls.
"I beat the hell out of these tires and they held up," Clark noted in his post-race feedback. He emphasized that the sidewall strength provided the confidence needed to push the pace in environments where equipment failure is common. MRT President Mark Thornburg attributed this success to the company's rigorous testing protocols and the integration of Kevlar Armor Belt technology, which is a hallmark of their race-series lineup.
The success was not limited to the professional ranks. MRT also saw a strong showing from Mason Dowker, who secured a 3rd place finish in the 4900 Futures Youth 1000cc UTV class while utilizing MRT Desert Storm tires. These results underscore MRT’s broader mission to provide race-proven durability across various tiers of UTV competition, supported by their 1-year sidewall warranty and continuous improvement development program.
