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Gotta say, I've run RT615s, RE71Rs (not the RE71RS'), and the V730s. I like the V730s the best, but they're a bit narrower than the old 71s, so I think I lose a little time, but they seem to tolerate heat a little better. Since I tend to over drive a course (thus generate heat), they seem to keep my times more consistent. I'll probably get them in 225s next (on 205s now).

If they have your size (which I believe they do given you drive something that doesn't take huge boy sizes), the V730 from Kumho is another good option. Just as fast as the RT660's, wear like an iron, and are even cheaper than the Falken's. They also do not suffer from the butt-hole pucker cold tire syndrome that the Falkens have on their first lap from temps under 60 degree's, but that is only a concern for 3 or so months out of the year out here.

David, you'll be happy with either set of tire.

Given that's the case, buy whatever's cheapest now, which is the Falken by a mile. There's also wear to consider. A052s are known to wear out relatively quickly, especially on heavier cars without optimal camber. Matt Underhill and I got A052s to last forever on a STX BRZ, but not so much on other cars. I have Falken RT660s on my Corvette. They're wearing out from heat cycling before they run out of tread.

This is a very complicated and even *personal* decision. Driving style and preferences too comes into play. Tire feedback is also important. Read as many articles as you can find on the 200TW tires. Pay the most attention to test cars used most similar to yours. Note that this is Arizona, and many months are not lacking a source of heat. Think of all the water you’ll save the planet by NOT having to water your tires between runs! 😂 I seem to recall you’re kind of new. This will not be your only set of tires. As you wear through your first set, try something different your second set. You’ll find what fits you.😎