Word has come out (from a kumho dealer) that the only size under 17" that Kumho will release in the new 710 tire this year is 205/50/15.

Compare this to the first sizes of the new Hoosier (including 225/50/14, 205/50/15 and 225/45/15) and you get great insight into which tire manufacturer is more focused on the needs of the IT community.

Then there is of course Toyo, who keeps managing to sign Spec Tire deals but run out of tires by the summer of every year.

I don't work for Hoosier nor am I sponsored by them. I just think that they deserve appreciation that we, the IT community, rarely manage to give them. Other tires may be cheaper, or last longer. But Hoosier is the only company that ALWAYS provides competitive tires, in the right sizes, without availability issues. Not to mention track side support at most events.

If the new Kumho comes out and is comparable to the Hoosier (doubtful) but cheaper (likely), I'll still be running Hoosiers. My Daddy taught me to dance with who brung ya.