Testing tires for Michelin in Dubai...
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Last edited by Veloce Raptor; 11-21-2010 at 10:34 AM. Reason: jet lag typos
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Well, there were some of the Michelin factory test drivers there too....but they were all from France. I know they invited me due to my scintillating personality, witty repertoire of French-government-bashing sarcasm, and prodigious appreciation for hot French women. Plus what Glen said (thanks, man...I guess I need to send you another check for those compliments ). I do know they also invited some select frolks from the US who are also viewed as "influencers" of potential buying decisions regarding track & ultra high performance stuff. this included Larry the Cable guy and DavidRiley, and it was great to meet & hang out with both of them.
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Thanks for keeping us posted! I was about to buy some RE11s, but now I'm gonna wait.
Is this going to be designated an r-compound track tire, or a Max Perf. street tire?
Is this going to be designated an r-compound track tire, or a Max Perf. street tire?
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We tested this tire against various competitors on identical cars (Audi TT, BMW M3, 997 S). The biggest difference to me was that the new Michelins were much, much better under hard braking & acceleration on a somewhat dusty, bumpy track. To me, they all handled transitions pretty well, although the Michelins loaded laterally slightly quicker and thus were able to take a set slightly sooner.
LOL....I had forgotten how noisy street tires really are!
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Photographic proof that they let Vr out of country. Myself(on the right), Larry Cable(on the left) and VR(dead center) at the beach on Front of the Jurmerah Beach hotel.
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Peter, yes they are...but the Generals will last for 400,000,000 miles...
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Wow - sweet gig!
I'm sure you're having an awesome time. Bastid.
I'm sure you're having an awesome time. Bastid.
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