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Old 11-23-2011, 12:06 PM   #1 (permalink)
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How good are Michelin Super Sport summer tires in the rain?

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They are an impressive street tire. I love mine!
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this will be my next set!
How come you didnt countersteer on the turn that you spun out? :P
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I love my set and after having 6k on them. Driving through the rain at 80mph, I had no problems with slipping or loss of traction in turns. I'm sure I could have pushed a little harder, but there was no need to.
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this will be my next set!
How come you didnt countersteer on the turn that you spun out? :P
I start to, then remembered I want to spin.
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