I was in the track market last fall. Lot's of people were saying to try the 280, great track, so light, yada yada. I'm glad I didn't listen to the "advice" (sales pitch). Just like the Peak track marketing or Maverick: a bunch of BS. Even Burandt's Jenny Craig sled was seen with a 2.6" Polaris track back under it by mid season (started with a 280). I went with a 3" Powerclaw, with no regrets. Unfortunately I snapped a rear suspension bracket this spring & did substantial damage to it. I'd buy another PC 3", that track just flat works for my riding.