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Adger Smith · 06-01-2011, 12:43 AM

There is a lot to track prep... Not all about the compound used and there are several different mixes. One issue I've always had is the direction of the drag.
That is how the base rubber is put down and I think it should be done in a specific direction. Don't we rotate tires because of how the rubber shears?
Tell me what is different about the rubber put on the track?
What is the predominant tire brand/type used at the track? I feel that makes a difference.
I ran three tracks back in the 70's and they were all different compositions of asphalt. They required different methods and materials to prep. It might be easier today with the concrete. Didn't have it back in the day.

06-01-2011, 12:43 AM	#12
Adger Smith VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Texarkana Ark/TX Posts: 2,446 Likes: 575 Liked 880 Times in 311 Posts	Re: Traction compound and tracks that hook. There is a lot to track prep... Not all about the compound used and there are several different mixes. One issue I've always had is the direction of the drag. That is how the base rubber is put down and I think it should be done in a specific direction. Don't we rotate tires because of how the rubber shears? Tell me what is different about the rubber put on the track? What is the predominant tire brand/type used at the track? I feel that makes a difference. I ran three tracks back in the 70's and they were all different compositions of asphalt. They required different methods and materials to prep. It might be easier today with the concrete. Didn't have it back in the day. __________________ Adger Smith (Former SS)