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Old Sep 20, 2004 | 08:13 PM
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AVS ES100 vs Prada-2

So what should I get to replace my 17" runflats?

Plan on doing some autox, but mainly just spirited street driving.
 
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Old Sep 20, 2004 | 08:50 PM
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Hows it's going? you might try the Tire Rack web site,pretty informative.They have a tire comparison section thats not bad,good luck anything but those runflats :smile:
 
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Old Sep 20, 2004 | 09:29 PM
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My faves on value-packed tires:

1.) Kumho MX - sidebite like crazy (when warm), noisy
2.) Parada 2 - great forward bite, awesome aesthetic
3.) ES100 - least sidebite of the trio, best in wet
 
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Old Sep 21, 2004 | 10:45 AM
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Ive had both, and I like the Spec2's better. :smile:
 
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Old Sep 21, 2004 | 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by ScottinBend
So what should I get to replace my 17" runflats?

Plan on doing some autox, but mainly just spirited street driving.
Many of the MCS owners in my area also are happy with the Bridgestone Potenza Pole Position S-03 in 215/45-17 or 215/40-17 but it is more costly about $160+ each.

Both the Parada Spec-2 and ES100 are available in stock 205/45-17 and 215/40-17 sizes. The Parada Spec-2 looks great but is a little noisier than the ES100.

I have the ES100 for daily use and have been happy with them. Works well dry and wet, it's wearing well for me and I do take them to the track/autocross.

You might call and talk to Alex@tirerack about the differences between the ES100 and Parada Spec-2 for your use. Let us know what you decide and how it works for you.
Tirerack tests-
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests/...=Parada+Spec-2
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests/...e_you_more.jsp
 
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Old Sep 21, 2004 | 07:24 PM
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Will update as soon as I decide. This is something I am planning on doing in the spring. I have noticed a lot of owners going for the ES100 and was wondering why? The Prada-2 looks to be a better overall tire to me.
 
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