Bought one of the extension brushes and the bristles were so short it sounded like it was scratching the hell out of the hood. It wasnt thank god, but looking for something nice so as not to take any chances. Of course now its back up to the mid 50s and winter is probably over for the year, but thought I would ask.

With all my friends to the North on here (and my grandparents came from old Montreal so I say that with great love) there HAVE to be some good suggestions.

 

I get snow brushes from Canadian Tire that have "feathered" tips on the bristles - very soft, much easier on the paint and glass.

Whatever brush you're considering, tap the bristles on the inside of your arm - if it feels prickly at all, don't use it.