DOT Street legal tire

I have read both of "Randy N Connie" threads on tires:

http://www.sccoa.com/forums/showthread.php?t=57146&highlight=tire
http://www.sccoa.com/forums/showthread.php?t=57112&highlight=tire

I would like to go a step further. What is the best tire for the street? I will probably only make it to the track a couple of times a year. But I still want a good handling tire that can grip off the line.

When responding please state the type of tire you are using, what size, and a 60 foot time that your tires have achieved at the track.

Thanks for your replies.