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Old 10-09-2008, 01:58 AM
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I think it's fair to say this topic could be discussed until you are blue in the face but the fact still remains there are pro's and con's of rubber and foam tyres.

Heck, lets just all ride on our rims or some set up wheels....?

I've raced for 14 years, tried many different tyres etc.

But, if I had the choice nothing beats a small carpet track with foam.

£12 and my car has 4wheels and trued and glued foams on it (35/32 shore). £21(ish) and i've got a set of sorex 24's.

i've had some great results with sorex 24's too though.....

BUT, for pure grip nothing beats foams indoors. Yes, they can chuck but I think the right compound helps the less experiened by giving them grip on a plate.

Chunking only happens if you hit the boards. If you have the grip, you shouldnt be chunking too often. Newcomers need more schooling that r/c is cheap on tyres and parts if you don't crash.

You won't please everyone though
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