Stripes on Lawns

[Integrity]

I mow in the deep south, Mississippi. I have noticed lately that the tires on my Lazer are leaving stripes in some of the lawns that I mow. Seems to mostly happen on Centipede grass. The stripe is very noticeable and leaves a red color on the grass. Have any of you experienced this problem before and how can I correct it or what can I do to prevent it from happening? Thanks in advance!

[Stonewall]

Great question. I've had the same problem off and on over the years. And only on centipede. I've never had the grass die but it can look terrible. I had nice red lines over 4 acres one time. I don't have the answer but sure would love to find out

[Runner]

I'm not sure, but I would be lead to believe that it may be caused from stress - related to the traffic over it. Of course, then again, you guys have had rain to beat the band down there, haven't you?

[Dan Stoms]

I believe it is caused by stress,because I've had the same problem.And the only way I've been able to correct it is to change mowing pattern.Instead of going in a circular pattern blowing the grass in,go back and forth in one direction one week and the opposit the next,then maybe on an angle the next month.

[Integrity]

I can understand the stress on yards that I have mowed alot, but I have had this happen on yards that I have only mowed two or three times. I am using a 60" Exmark with a mulching kit. Any more ideas??

[Ground Pounder]

I don't have experience with that type of grass, but I wonder if you went with wider tires if that wouldn't help spread the weight? I don't know, just a thought.

[Stonewall]

Integrity,

Did you ever figure out the problem with the red stripes?