Tire Compounds

Choosing a tire compound is entirely dependent on the track and conditions in which you are racing.  We provide some very general help here, but there’s no substitute for experimentation and learning from other drivers.

Many racers consider compound to be more important than pin/tread pattern.

Harder compounds

• Slide more easily
• More durable
• Less prone to fold-over
• Provide stability on dry/smooth tracks
• Often used on carpet and turf tracks
• Often work well in high-temperature conditions

Softer compounds

• More traction
• Less durable
• More prone to fold-over
• Can provide extra traction on low-grip tracks
• More grip in low-temperature conditions
• Often work on hard, polished tracks

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