Quote Originally Posted by mc_rider_guy
Is there a large, or worthwhile, advantage to running race takeoffs vs. some of the newer HP street tires? (again for a noob novice) Like the Sportec M3, Coras 3, etc that might last longer?

And I actually do know a little history of the current tires. Bike and tires come from a novice MRA rider who said the tires were mounted last year (2009) sometime with very few ‘laps’ on them. I was just unsure about the slight discoloration and the hardness of the tires when cold. But I’m unfamiliar with this game

I’ve also seen individuals and shops on, say, craigslist offering takeoffs for around $100 per set including installation. I suppose that might fall into the category of you-get-what-you-pay-for? (one shop being Vanmar) Is there a general price range you can get takeoffs for at the track? And mounted??

Thanks everyone for all the info!
+1 for Vanmar