[naz]

UPDATE on the bridgestone traction t/a tires in 205/55/16 size

i have used them for 20,000 miles.. the sidewalls are very soft. i am using slightly higher than the manuf recommended tire pressure (36psi f/r) and i get significant sidewall roll. if i up the pressure the tires feel better but grip is noticeable reduced.

there isn't much grip to begin with. the limits are very low..

EDIT: the grip seems about the same as stock goodyr rsa tires

also, i noticed that there is some cracking on the outside portion of the treads. i guess repeated high load conditions and heat cycling are very unfriendly to these tires

there could be some good things about this tires

1) tread seems like it will last forever
2) they break away progressively when they lose grip
3) they lose grip soon so you can practice rotating the car at the edge of traction without having to go faster (so you could maybe save the car easier if you accidentally over rotate)

again, AVOID these tires :)