Originally Posted by knobster

There always are others out there to dispute what would seem logical fact.

"Tread pattern matters, even on the road: The importance of tread pattern is no surprise to the off-road world but common wisdom says it's a non-factor on the road, where slick treads are assumed to deliver the greatest surface contact with the ground and thus, the best grip. However, asphalt is far from a perfect – or even consistent – material. Certain tread designs can provide a measureable mechanical adhesion to the ground."

http://www.bikeradar.com/news/articl...he-myths-29245