I just got the SP Sport A2's also and they seem to be very good in rain (especially for the price). Doesn't sound like you are concerned about it, but the snow traction is pretty good also. Don't know how they respond to hard driving in warmer weather, as I just got them a few weeks ago, and it has been cold here in Milwaukee, but everything I have read mimics what has already been stated. Sounds like you have to decide how aggressive you want to be, but for the $$, these seem to be a solid "daily driver" tire, with a little bit of spirit.