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Old 08-25-2014 | 04:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Radio Active
On what basis wasn't it allowed? Do you know what mechanism they used?
Im not sure as I wasn't there. The decision was announced during the event.

Originally Posted by frozenpod
Agree open tyre had guys turning up with a boot full of tyres. IMO in combination of control tyre also limited number of sets are also required, 3 sets for qualifying and finals (has done wonders for on road).

Hopefully racers would also then practice with older tyres to see how they perform rather than a new set for each practice run.
I agree with you, but there has been a lot of resistance to limiting tyre quantities. A rule proposal to limit quantities for 17.5 was rejected by the clubs earlier this year. It seems that a lot of people in racing enjoy spending money! While its not the only reason I dont attend many state titles (work usually gets in the way) there is no way that I could afford to do more than a few control tyre events each year.
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