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Originally Posted by Takumi788
I don't mean to derail this sim topic but:
Really!? I drive my car less than 75 miles a week on the street, then to and from track days (anywhere from 1-5 hour drive. At least 1 track day a month). The RC1's will handle this sort of driving? Will they still be soft and sticky on track days? I always assumed they were track tires only.
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Having lived both in the Northeast and SCA (where Mike is), I think the one important difference not actually discussed is the weather. It's kind of obvious and I'm sure you're aware of this, but just to say it, I would only keep them mounted between May and October. Once the temperature hits freezing overnight, it's trouble. There are varying opinions of the effect that sub 32*F temperatures have on aggressive rubber, but I believe it's better to just keep them in a cool, dry place (like a basement) over the winter.
That said, it's one thing to keep aggressive 100TW tires mounted and daily drive them. I mean, you CAN. But if you're ALSO using them as your track tires and you want to get the most out of them on the track, I still say it's better to swap them out. I agree with Mike that with only 75 miles per week, the wear will be negligible on the street. But you're still always at risk of hitting potholes or driving over screws, or debris etc. I always hated changing tires at the track. I know I'm going to sound like a real lazy bum but it's such a hassle. But I usually did it because I was scared that I would end up with a flat.