Well, I wouldn't want to be caught fraternizing with the (newly turned) enemy. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />

But seriously, I really regret not being able to hang out and wheel more often, but my schedule over the last two years really hasn't given me any weekends off, or much time at all for that matter. I did make it to zuzu this year on a last minute decision, which I of course don't regret. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

As for those of you who asked about the tires, I've been pretty happy with them so far. I'm not shy about abusing them (warranty) and apart from one really wierd puncture in the bead, under the rim on the INSIDE facing sidewall, no problems. They are a soft compound like the [moderator edit] Goodyear MT/R's, but they seem to be wearing very well. The soft compound makes them grip tenaciously in the rain and snow, but you can feel the tread squirm in fast corners. The noise level is almost nil below 45mph. On the trail they dig and grip very well. And yes, they look sweet. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/evil.gif" alt="" />

Great thoughts on my question. Of course I just want both that much more. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />