[Rick Parker]

For those that may not realize it, in the picture above there are two different types of tires displayed. Those on the car are typically referred to as "Billboards". They have the block tread that resembles a typical "Race" Rain tire tread. The others are the Blue Streak Sports car specials that are used primarily on the Historic cars at all the vintage races. I have no first hand experience with the "Billboards" as they are more commonly used on the wheel widths sized for the 427 body cars. I have first hand experience with the latter since I can get sizing for a 289 Body car, yes they dislike uneven roads and anything above a very little bit of moisture is to be avoided. Getting caught in a medium rain or a smooth road with standing water is a deathwish. I was caught out in a rainstorm once and at anything above 35 MPH the car was skating (scarey). But...give me a smooth flat road and some temprature and they are the best thing you could have for spiritied driving. These tires STICK!
Both type pick up gravel, small rocks & stones when hot, as the rubber does get somewhat soft. They cannot be repaired by conventional means if they get a puncture but the Look is hard to beat