Well, I never claimed that the Subie filter was 'the best filter'. My claim is that that is most likely the filter tested with our engines, that is the filter most likely verified by Subaru to perform the proper filtration, that is the filter most likely tested by Subaru to maintain proper engine performance and long life. If that isn't the case, by all means please fill us in. Once again, to me using the OEM filter is a no-brainer. If someone here has info. that the Subie filter isn't so good after all, please please please let us know.
And FWIW, I don't have any issues with the RE 92's personally, though I doubt I drive as hard as some here.