Originally Posted By: 02SE
So-called Sport Touring tires have improved dramatically since the inception of the category. I've tried both the T30 Evo, and the PR4's on a roadracing track. It's surprising how much grip they have. I would give the edge to the Bridgestones for grip, and the PR4's for longevity.
A newer Sport Touring tire that I have yet to try, but I have heard great things about from people I know that ride 50k+ miles a year, is the Dunlop Roadsmart 3. If I were going with a Sport Touring tire, that's the one I'd try.
I'm in the process of replacing a set of Metzeler Roadtec 01 (awesome tire, and a newer model than the two in the subject line), and started replacing them with Dunlop Roadsmart 3. I chose from tires I really like or was interested in based on price at my local tire shop. I also like trying new things, and the RS3 has that going for it. Additionally the older Roadsmart 2 had worked really well for me. Confidence inspiring, great in the rain, long lasting. If the 3 is better, it will be an awesome tire.
I don't ride 50k miles/year. bit over 20. Enough to wear out tires. Though a Roadsmart 2 front tire lasted longer than that for me. No other tire has.