Done a little research on tyre wear and what it can tell you about your riding style and suspension set up , mostly confused now

I presume were talking track based tyre wear?

Dave Moss is very good at reading tyres, if you have a spare hour take a look at this video -

http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/6516891

This should clarify in your mind what your issue is. The worst offenders for strange tyre wear/ripping are hot and cold tear from incorrect pressures!!!