TrackTyres

15/10/2026

🏁 EXTREME TYRES – WHICH COMPOUND IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

One of the most common questions we get asked is which Extreme tyre compound to choose.

The answer isn't always straightforward. It depends on the car, the type of motorsport, track conditions and how much heat you're generating in the tyres.

The softest compound isn't necessarily the fastest!

Here's a breakdown of the Extreme VR2 range, along with the dedicated VR3 wet tyre.

🔴 W3B – SUPER SOFT (0–30°C)

Designed to provide maximum grip at low tyre temperatures.

Ideal for hillclimbs, sprints, short competitive runs and cold or damp conditions where getting heat into the tyres quickly is important.

🔴 R5B – SOFT (15–50°C)

An excellent choice for cooler conditions and shorter competition runs.

Particularly suited to rallycross, hillclimbs, lightweight competition cars and shorter circuit sessions where outright grip is the priority.

🔴 R7B – MEDIUM (30–80°C)

A great all-round competition compound, offering a balance of grip, durability and resistance to overheating.

Well suited to dry trackdays, circuit racing and longer sessions where tyre temperatures are consistently higher.

🔴 R9B – HARD (50–110°C)

Developed to withstand higher operating temperatures and sustained hard driving.

Particularly suited to heavier or more powerful cars, warmer track conditions and longer circuit sessions where softer compounds may overheat.

🌧️ VR3 – FULL WET

A dedicated wet-weather competition tyre featuring a directional tread pattern designed to evacuate water.

Ideal for wet circuit racing, rallying and conditions where standing water makes a semi-slick unsuitable.

⚠️ IMPORTANT – TYRE TEMPERATURE VS AIR TEMPERATURE

The temperature ranges above refer to the actual operating temperature of the tyre, NOT the outside air temperature.

For example, a heavier front-wheel-drive car can generate considerable heat in its front tyres even on a cold day.

Likewise, a lightweight competition car on a short hillclimb might struggle to generate enough heat in a harder compound.

Choosing the correct tyre is about matching the compound to the car, conditions and intended use.

We've put together a more detailed guide covering the Extreme range on our website:

👉 https://tracktyres.ie/blogs/news/tyre-guides-advice

And as always, if you're unsure which compound is right for your car, just get in touch. We're happy to help.

TrackTyres.ie

09/10/2026

We have Extreme tyres in stock now

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🍂 Competing this autumn? Choose your tyres to suit the temperature and surface.

Colder asphalt, more frequent rain and tyres taking longer to warm up are good reasons to consider the soft and super-soft compounds in our range. 🏁

🛞 The soft R5 suits dry and damp asphalt in cooler conditions. The super-soft W3 is designed for colder conditions. In the rain, tread design also matters for clearing water from the contact patch.

⏱️ For sprint events and short asphalt stages, consider VR2 R5, an asymmetric semi-slick offering precise handling on dry or damp surfaces.

For asphalt rallying, choose between VRC R5 and VRC W3 depending on conditions. On wet surfaces, VR1 W3, with its open, directional tread pattern, is also worth considering. ❌

🌧️ When there’s plenty of water on the course, VR3 W3 full-wet features a tread designed for effective water evacuation.

💬 Tell us what you drive and where you compete.
We’ll help you choose tyres to suit the conditions and event regulations.

08/10/2026

First bit of news under the new name 👀

We are delighted to become an Irish supplier of the Accelera 651 range.

This gives us an affordable option while still offering superb performance.
Selected sizes now available, with more sizes being added.

Have a look here 👇
www.tracktyres.ie

07/10/2026

Announcement!📢📢🚨🚨

What a difference a day makes!

We have changed our name from Trackday Tyres Ireland to TrackTyres.ie

What's more is we have launched our new website which is more user friendly and has a larger selection meaning you will always be able to find the right tyre!

What hasn't changed is our support to all our customers whether they are trackday enthusiasts or competitors in the many disciplines we supply from rallycross, hillclimbs or circuit racing.

Have a look at the new site now

www.tracktyres.ie

07/10/2026

Announcement!📢📢🚨🚨

What a difference a day makes!

We have changed our name from Trackday Tyres Ireland to TrackTyres.ie

We've also launched our new website which is more user friendly and has a larger selection making it easier to find the right tyre!

What hasn't changed is our support for all our customers whether they are trackday enthusiasts or competitors in the many disciplines we supply from rallycross, hillclimbs or circuit racing.

Have a look at the new site now

www.tracktyres.ie

06/10/2026

02/10/2026

Irish Rallycross Championship is back this weekend! 🏁

We’re excited to be supplying tyres for the new MINI Cooper S Rallycross Championship.

Extreme - Performance Tyres VR2, in the R5B Soft compound, has been chosen for the new class.

We’ll also continue supplying the same tyre for the Modified Clubman class, where it has already proven extremely popular with competitors.

Best of luck to everyone competing this weekend — we’re looking forward to seeing the new MINIs out on track!

tracktyres.ie

30/06/2026

Looks like rain at the weekend!

No problem for the extreme VR3 full wet tyre!

23/06/2026

Mark carroll and his starlet made the switch to Extreme tyres for the latest round of Irish Hillclimb & Sprint Championship

The Extreme VR2 was the tyre of choice this time.

Our tyres are getting great feedback from all competitors in Ireland

Mark had good feedback for us and was very happy with how the tyres performed on the weekend

Contact us now to discuss how we can help you this season

www.trackdaytyres.ie

17/06/2026

265/35/18 linglong flashhero
In stock

€95 each including Vat