OK, you heard it here first. Roger is proposing yet another
"alphabet soup" class, STD. This time, let's all learn from past
mistakes and get the rubber issue out of the way in advance. The
way I see it, we have the following options:
1. "True street rubber." Also known as "raincoats." Known for
durability more than for grip or feel, this might be the least
expensive approach. There is also the possibility for some
interesting "tread designs." But how would we prevent mfrs. from
making "ringers" that have more grip and sensitivity?
2. "Street-legal" rubber. While they carry the CDC "approval," we
all know that they cost a lot more and just don't last as long as
the "real street" variety. Upside is higher grip and better feel,
which can make for a quicker performance.
3. Slicks. Sky's-the-limit, no-holds-barred rubber. Grip is
astonishing, feel is second to none, useful life is shortest.
These will yield the fastest times, but we'll then have to
decided if we want to allow cantilevered versions, which would
make fitting critical.
Lessee a show of hands on this one. No, that's not what I meant.
I meant, insert your opinion here.
Jay
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