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Old 02-23-2004, 11:04 PM   #25
paulatwork
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Join Date: May 2002
Location: Singapore
Vehicle:
'02 PSM WRX wagon
NESIC Trackh0z # 456

Default Re: NASIOC specific tire review (please respond)

#1.) what tire are you offering for review (please include size)

Kumho Ecsta Supra 712 (215/45/17)

#2.) what is your geographic location

Boston, MA

#3.) what types of driving events if any (i.e. track, AutoX, RallyX)

AutoX & track

#4.) percent of highway vs. city driving

30 highway 70 city

#5.) your review and personal comments

These tires were pretty good when new - good wet traction and general handling feedback - i couldn't complain about anything. Then i took it to a track day and its lack of grip became painfully obvious (especially when everyone else is using azenis). The tires also chunked quite badly from the middle - this seemed to make them louder and also less predictable to drive fast with. I got rid of them quickly after that.

Overall they're cheap - but i have since decided to go with slightly more expensive tires (my next choice was the azenis, which although a very different tire, has made me much happier)
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