Guardian 2.2" Slim Front Carpet Tire | V2

The Guardian V2 Slim Front builds on the proven Guardian V1 by eliminating the break-in run and increasing high-speed and on-power steering while maintaining the smooth, predictable handling racers expect from the Guardian lineup. Designed to deliver competitive lap times without the nervous feel of more aggressive tire designs, it also extends tire life to keep performing run after run.

Guardian V2 Improvements

After releasing the Guardian V1 and receiving feedback from racers, one request came up consistently from Mod and 17.5 drivers. They wanted a tire that was ready to race from the very first lap at major events while providing more high-speed and on-power steering, especially on lower grip tracks and tracks where tire sauce is not permitted.

That feedback led to the Guardian V2 Slim Front and the Guardian 4wd Front.

The Guardian V2 retains the smooth, linear turn-in that made the V1 easy to drive but delivers a noticeably different feel through the rest of the corner. Increased mid-corner grip and more direct steering from maintenance throttle through corner exit give racers the added steering they requested while maintaining the predictable handling that made the original Guardian so successful. At the same time, the V2 was designed to maintain competitive lap times without the nervous feel of more aggressive tire designs, while extending tire life to deliver consistent performance over more runs.

The Guardian V2 also reaches peak performance immediately without a break-in run. Whether you're mounting a fresh set for qualifying or the main, it's ready to deliver its intended performance from the very first lap.

We describe the Guardian V1 as offering mellow high-speed and on-power steering, while the Guardian V2 delivers direct high-speed and on-power steering.

Tips

We've found that even on some high-bite tracks, the Guardian front tires can be run without sidewall glue thanks to the tire's design. We recommend trying your first run without sidewall glue to see if you prefer the feel. Some racers enjoy the increased steering and compliance, while others prefer the added stability that sidewall glue provides. This is especially true on layouts where you land from a jump directly into a corner, where running without sidewall glue can be less forgiving. The good news is that it only takes one run to find out which setup you prefer for your track/layout, and you can always add sidewall glue afterward.

Compounds

We offer two compounds optimized for artificial surfaces:

• A3 Medium Green
  Best suited for high-bite surfaces such as office carpet, tracks that allow traction compound, or extended practice sessions where longevity is important.
• A4 Soft Red
  Designed for lower-bite surfaces (CRC, Beach, and EOS) style carpets and where traction compound is not allowed. It delivers maximum forward and steering grip when you are willing to trade a bit of wear for performance.

Design Details That Make the Difference

• Increased Sidewall on One Side
  One sidewall is enlarged to calm the initial edge and improve mid-corner stability. By placing the increased sidewall towards the outside the result is a front tire that turns in without feeling nervous.
  
• Debossed Logos
  All sidewall branding is debossed instead of raised. This prevents glue cracking around lettering, eliminates the chance of raised logos randomly catching carpet fibers, and it makes gluing the sidewalls a breeze.
• Larger, Tighter Pin Layout
  The pins are larger and more tightly packed to maintain traction while increasing wear life. You get consistent grip without sacrificing durability.
• Full Width Glue Beads
  We have increased the width of the glue beads so the tire does not shift around when gluing, resulting in a tire that is always mounted up true with no wobbling.