I really like my T1-Rs, theyve been reliable in hard cornering and predictable, even in the wet. I know Mark doesnt rate them though. The best alternative is Goodyear Eagle F1s, which are usually a few pounds more and I intend to try those next.
Ive had no experience or heard anything of the Barum Bravuris. Everyone on MX5OC forums and plenty of others all swear bye Eagle F1s or the Proxes. Looks like I was a little slow to hit the post button