I like rubber tyres, they look and feel way more classy than some of the horrible hard plastic wheels weve been subjected to. However I don't think they belong on non-collector lines as the rubber used doesn't handle heat or play wear well.
For those concerned about longevity, I reckon someone would make a pretty good dime if they set up a repro-tyre business
Not a big fan of rubberised plastic either, bendy/warped swords are the worst!