I reckon I would do a LOT better on 4 spacesavers, no kidding.
Anyway I've done a bit of research and realised the R040 Bridgestones run much too cool for cold conditions. That explains why it's poor in the wet too.
Martin W confirmed this too.
Winter tyres are not just for snow, they are a different compound and suit colder weather so it's not just a tread pattern issue. To be honest I've found that in the 240 on a wet track. I thought my Yoko A048s were too slik so I put my Pirelli road tyres (with lots of tread) on for a session - it was useless.
Well I'm not impressed with the rear grip of my 350 on ice/snow. I have new R040 (factory fit) tyres but bloody hell it's hard to avoid wheelspin. Even in a high gear at tickover it spins the wheels.
Great to hear you've put some different tyres on Rob.Anyway I've done a bit of research and realised the R040 Bridgestones run much too cool for cold conditions. That explains why it's poor in the wet too.
Winter tyres are not just for snow, they are a different compound and suit colder weather so it's not just a tread pattern issue.