For what it's worth, Peter, I like the Avon Cobra (with the Exedra Max on the back). Tried an Exedra (not Max) on the front and didn't have any problems with it; just didn't like it. Handled great, real good in the wet but didn't wear brilliantly. Got rid of it early. Must say, looked at Kiwi's the other day and his seemed like it had more tread after several ,000kms than mine did new. Go figure. You could use either and be happy.