At 10:45 PM 12/10/2002 -0600, you wrote:
> > I noticed they were a little quieter on the highway and the traction was
> > undeniably better in general.
>They were quieter because the rubber "blocks" were smaller, and due to the
>extra grooves, flex a bit more when the blocks hit the pavement.
>Now, the traction will be better in the wet, but WORSE on dry pavement.
>Grooves do not equal traction on dry pavement. If it did, then why do race
>cars use slicks? I love the tire store guys always saying a tire has "an
>agressive tread pattern" implying it will grip the road better. I just ask
>them if they grip as well as a slick.
>Siping tires is not an easy job. I know, I do it on occasion for a friend
>with a dirt late model. Hard, dirty work. In general, it's worth it.
Aggressive tread for aggressive driving. IMO, there is no "aggressive"
driving that can be done on pavement.
-Bill
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