>The last issue is that some of the softer tread compounds really pick up
and
>retain significant amounts of small rock, glass and other debris. At the
>least, this is a nuisance requiring diligent regular removal of the debris.
>And, on tires without steel belts, puncture potential is increased because
>the sharp small pieces can more easilly penetrate the casing.
While I agree with this philosophically, I have driven on Hoosier radials to
probably 80% of my events since they came out, and the only puncture I've
had was a bolt that would have gone through any tire. Fix a Flat got me
home and the surly tire guys (tire guys hate Fix a Flat goo inside tires)
patched it with no problem; ran the tire to cord.
KeS
(My spare tire solution is a can of Fix a Flat, AAA+ membership, and a cell
phone...)
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