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Snow tires... (archive)
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Posted by Justin on January 02, 2002 at 14:49:38:

In Reply to: XKR and Bridgestone Potenza S03 ? posted by Andre on December 31, 2001 at 05:11:43:

... are typically made out of a softer compound. This will contribute to a smoother and quieter ride. Now, if you had studded snow tires, you would be talking about a whole different situation! That can be loud.

Remember, "softer" compound performance tires are more for sprinting and short intervals of motorsports. Harder compounds often need to be warmed up with a couple hot laps to get them up to temperature. Thus, the difference from true track tires and autocross tires.

Justin

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