Ok. So I'm due for a set of rubber. The existing Mitas E07 that came on my bike have about 7k miles. They aren't totally done, but the front is getting the uneven wear, the rear is to the "wear bars" and the tires are just getting aged and due for replacement so I can take off on multi day trips with no worry.
I'm looking at either another set of E07, or the E09, or the E10.
The 10 has some appeal. It looks nice and chunky, but also like it has considerable contact area.
My riding is like 80%+ slab, but I don't want an 80/20 tire because i want to be able to handle sand and dirt for my upcoming adventures. Basically, I want a tire that is much better than 20% capable on fire roads, dirt trails, and sand. The E07 seem good, but the front seems to not have a lot of meat on it.
That said, I also want confidence and, more importantly, good traction while turning deep into the corners on the twisties. I'm not talking knee dragging, but significant lean and pushing 2x the yellow signs.
Which should I buy? Thanks!