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I like Dunlop tires but I run StarSpecs as they fill my need for the best Summer dry grip.

Michelins ....not so much and too noisy when you push them hard.

 

Everyone has their preferences and the tires you've listed are all great choices. That said, I loved my Pilot Super Sports. Once the Falkens on my new (to me) XKR are shot, I'll be looking same as you.

 

Looks like the Conti ExtremeContact Sport just came out last month. I had DWS that were good for all season. Last year I upgraded to DW and love them. They are not the extreme that the Conti ExtremeContact Sport or Dave's favorite StarSpecs would be but they are great for my level of suspension tune and driving.

 

Interesting that you say this. My Pilot Super Sports made a noise. I wore them down to 2/32" and never had them talk back to me during extreme cornering or heavy acceleration.

Unless you're talking about a different Michelin?

 

I ended up getting the outgoing DW tires since they were on blow out for $86 a tire. Besides these are my "touring" tires. I want good grip, but they're not the tire I use during autoX or track days.

 

I'll be trying out a set of these StarSpecs just because you speak so highly of them.
As for the Michelins, I know you had a set prior the them being updated. I got mine post update, and when they were on the newer side of the tread-wear they were super quiet, now that they've aged, when she starts to slide a little bit they do squeal but it's not obnoxious. I think there's something to be said of the post facelift Pilot Super Sports when compared to the previous design/materials. They handle fantastic Very predictable and controllable when they do decide to break. Overall great tyre. Will probly go back to them if the StarSpecs don't knock my socks off.

 

Here's my two cents:
I had the DW's, not the sports. I was underwhelmed to say the least.
I'm on my fifth set of pilot super sports. I guess, I don't push them hard enough, as I've yet to encounter the noise. For me, they are year-round tire here in Florida. I understand that the pilot super sports are being superseded. Don't know whether or not they will come in 16s in the new variety. I would be surprised if they do.
In reality, there is no "best" tire. Each person's circumstances can contribute to making a different tire better for them.
Keep soliciting opinions here, and another option is to call the Tire Rack; talk to a rep and describe how you plan to use the tires. They may have some insight.
Best of luck.


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In reality, there is no "best" tire. Each person's circumstances can contribute to making a different tire better for them.

Spot on

Yes I did have older Michelin SS and since replaced them with Dunlop Star Specs and I have had 3 or 4 sets including my latest version. When I find something the works for ME I stick with them.

I have tried everything from Michelin, Kumo, Yoko's, Goodyear's and I like the Dunlop's for me the best for what I want them to do the best.

Dry Summer Grip only because R-Comps are not street legal. :ihih::devil:

 

My friend swears by Star Specs. He's had them on his Evo, Fiesta St, and Miata.