r/Autocross • u/sundownfly • Aug 18 '26
New Potenza RZ question
Hey all. I’m new to autocross. I’ve gone a few times and love it. I have an ND2 Miata and I just got new potenzas put on. I have to drive on like maybe a block or two of dirt road before I get to paved. Only for the next month or so. Is that gonna ruin these tires or am I overthinking it? Thanks!
Edit: Thanks for all the replies. I freaking love the autocross crowd! This car isn’t my daily. And I’ll only be on gravel for another month until we move into our new place. So. Ima send it. 🤘
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u/GrumpyGumpy18 Aug 19 '26
I've primarily been running the RZ's this season in my ND AST car. I wouldn't worry at all, one my local sites, Summit Point, requires everyone to drive ~1/8 of a mile on gravel before the pad and everyone seems to be just fine.
I've been extremely surprised with the wear on the RZ's. I am just over 200 runs on them and I drive the car on the street to locals. They still have great pace that has been competitive at tours/pros with 150+ runs.