Winter Tires Info - Great White North
Originally Posted by InTgr8r
I had a good test run on a new set of Blizzak WS-60 this morning.
I hit a variety of road conditions on the way into work this a.m.
- hard pack (icy)
- 4-6" fresh snow
- slush
I was really impressed with the traction through all conditions.
But braking on the icy hard pack was especially outstanding
These are my 1st Bizzaks & initial impression is.
....the only other thing, is just how long they hold up at this performance level.... time will tell.
I hit a variety of road conditions on the way into work this a.m.
- hard pack (icy)
- 4-6" fresh snow
- slush
I was really impressed with the traction through all conditions.
But braking on the icy hard pack was especially outstanding
These are my 1st Bizzaks & initial impression is.
....the only other thing, is just how long they hold up at this performance level.... time will tell.
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Originally Posted by GEE35X
Ian, I am on my 3rd year with my Blizzaks and I am still very impressed
They obviously must have improved this over the years.
Originally Posted by hullio
Finally got snow tires put on. The shop was originally planning on putting Michilen X-Ice2's on my G35x, however, they put on Yokahoma Ice Guard's instead. I hope these are good tires.
I am sure you will be impressed.
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finally SNOW got to test out my new Nokian Hakkapeliitta R and they work amazing I tried numerous times to fishtail the car but it wouldn't; even with the VDC off it does a good job! (But I guess any brand new winter tire would do that)
Originally Posted by gcoupe_toronto
finally SNOW got to test out my new Nokian Hakkapeliitta R and they work amazing I tried numerous times to fishtail the car but it wouldn't; even with the VDC off it does a good job! (But I guess any brand new winter tire would do that)
. So sad.
^^ i guess the real test will be how many seasons we get out of them
When the streets are COVERED in snow I can't help but turn off the VDC on turns, does this wear out the tires quicker?
When the streets are COVERED in snow I can't help but turn off the VDC on turns, does this wear out the tires quicker?
Originally Posted by gcoupe_toronto
^^ i guess the real test will be how many seasons we get out of them
When the streets are COVERED in snow I can't help but turn off the VDC on turns, does this wear out the tires quicker?
When the streets are COVERED in snow I can't help but turn off the VDC on turns, does this wear out the tires quicker?
Originally Posted by Christian
It may however cause your body panels to wear out more quickly.
I think he means he likes to power slide through the turns with the VDC off. More spin = more wear.
Originally Posted by Gordgee
I think he means he likes to power slide through the turns with the VDC off. More spin = more wear.
i agree = more wear, are we talking drastic wear?
