zx5 tyres/rims/inserts

[dynamite]

Hi guys,

I'm dynamite and I've just signed up.
Looks like a great forum so far.

I and my good mate GT have just bought a couple of Zx-5 rtr's.
First time rc'rs but loving it all so far.

Our prepackaged rims and tyres have taken a beating and are well due for replacement.

I'd describe our local track surface as dry clay with loose dry red pebbles... at least until the rains come


If anyone has any advice as to what rims/tryes we could be using, I'd appreciate hearing it.
The rtr's seemed to wear out pretty quick (partially due to our learning to drive) so we're keen to find some better rubber if there are any recommendations going out there.

We are also happy to go to a better set of rims if there will be improvements. Are the yellow rims really faster?


Also, I think the Zx-5's had no inserts in them.
Should we be using inserts with new tyres?
What is a good insert or a bad/average insert?

We are new to this so any advice would be great.

Thanks for reading!

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