[JayBar]

NewBDR,
My BDR came with Nitto Drag radials on the rear and Nitto 555 on the front. I have done 4 opentrack events on them and think they are fine when you are starting out.
I have ordered new rims where I will mount slicks for future track events.

I don't know anything about BFG's but if they have the proper speed ratings, I think they will be fine for your first open track event.

Don' t jump out and buy something on sale. Go to these events and talk to other drivers see what works for them.

Good luck.

PS I know a guy with a big block ERA that runs Drag Radials front and back, and they may even be BFG's.