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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 07:01 AM
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http://www.tirerack.com/tires/michel..._sport_cup.jsp


Interesting to see a "new" player (BFG is back in the building, only with a name to command the price they want).

At those prices, the tires better be really good.

Scott
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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 07:47 AM
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$200 for a 205/50-15!? It better be good.

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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 08:05 AM
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Rumor is they are a track tire, stick like a hooser but last longer. I suppose if that were true, they might be the same value as a Hoosier...

Scott
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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 09:25 AM
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GRM is working on getting a comparo story together for the next issue. I'll be patiently waiting to see how they stack up. If they are as fast as a Hoosier but last as long as Kuhmo, sign me up

They should be SCCA solo2 legal, if indeed TireRack has all the sizes in stock.

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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 09:35 AM
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Perrrrdy...... No 225-45 / 15

Bryan
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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 09:39 AM
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Looks like it would be a good OTC candidate.

Victor Penner
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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 10:30 AM
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Old news: https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=134633

Where you guys been?
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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 11:13 AM
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Those are the dates I was in Ft. Myers. Finally, I have an excuse!

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Old Mar 1, 2002 | 12:18 PM
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Hey Scott, if you don't want to gamble on those Michelins, you're more than welcome to buy me a set! I'll give 'em a try at the next autox in VA I attend and let you know how they are

Chris, who thinks having his competition supply his tires would be a really nice deal, but realizes Uniroyal Tigerpaws maybe provide less than optimal grip.
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