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Originally Posted by 114ManualLabor
We've used both the black stuff from McMaster, and the Blue Nitrile. The blue is far superior, and is even thicker. If it's style you're going for, ditch it and go with the blue nitrile from McMaster.
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The part number for what we use, and have never had any issues with, is 5994K851
Look it up, and give it a try. As long as you properly attach it, you won't have any problems.
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I second the blue being better. For a neglible decrease in traction, it wears much better.
I found that after 2 matches we had worn the black tread out to a point where its traction was significantly reduced. After an entire regional, the blue tread was still as rough as new.
however; When improperely attached (ie, putting side by side rivets on 1/2" tread) the blue shreds very easily. The same attachment left the black intact. However, switching to one single fastener down the center, we had no such problems.