For some time, I used the FT as my “don’t know what to expect today, and riding to the race” front tire. It handled various conditions nicely, and didn’t disappoint me until recently.
I like how Fast Traks seem to roll better than other tires that size, in terms of riding characteristics, especially as a front, I consider the cheaper Bontrager XR quite a bit better. The FT warns before letting go, the XR just doesn’t let go at that point yet.
I wish FT’s came in the S-Works compound, I heard from 26″ riders that that makes a significant difference. And since I usually like a 29″ version of a 26″ tire much better, I don’t think professional racers would love the FT as much if it only came in PRO level.
Tight corners on hardpack didn’t work out for me recently with an FT as a front. Simialr condition, XR front, performed much better a week later.

Oh please oh please oh please.