Hankook R-S3 on closeout

[Bill Pemberton]

Would probably spring for a bit more and get a set of BFG Rivals. The Hankooks are cheaper, but depending on what you want to do ( say Autocross ) , you may find yourself running against Hoosiers as there are many new tire rules requiring the tire to be 200 or above for a tread rating. You will find yourself woefully behind it you have one stating it is at 140.

Frankly the main thing I did not like about the Hankooks, is they are not a great tire if it is cool -- you get a boatload of wheel hop just driving on the street. The tire works well if it is really warm out, but there are lots of times in the Midwest where the weather can change to rather cool conditions. If you live down South this may be a good tire for you. For those who want to track there are better alternatives in my mind.

Just my personal opinion , but the Hankooks are a bit too one dimensional for my tastes, but they are a solid tire on the track if it is warm - no argument there.

 

[Grant 302]

Absolutely agree they aren't best for cool/cold weather. I'm careful on them in the 30's and low 40's on track and would expect traction to be sketchy...yet I don't have a problem with hop. If there's a problem with hop then it's mainly an issue with suspension. A car should be able to break traction and not hop.

 

[further]

Just ordered a set of 285s. They still have plenty of version 1 (140 treadwear).

 

[Grant 302]

Just ordered a set of 285s. They still have plenty of version 1 (140 treadwear).

They do, but those weren't the reeally cheap ones. At one time there were at least 3 prices (maybe 4) for the 285/35-18s.