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Old 09-27-2006, 09:36 AM
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Default winter tire? Are Blizzaks still the yardstick by which others are judged?..
Or are there comparable, and cheaper alternatives?

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Old 09-27-2006, 09:52 AM
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Default not for me. I had 'em on the TT and A4, but they only last 2 seasons here. Try Nokian WR's.
or a similar Nokian.

They are not cheap tires however.
I've had them now for 2 seasons and I expect to use them for at least 2 more.
Their micro-pore tread goes to the carcass, not just near the surface like Blizzaks.
This is why the Blizzaks loose their grip in the snow and ice after a few seasons.

I had Michelin Arctic Alpins too-they were terrible.
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love my Dunlop Wintersport M3's....Z rated too, and priced fairly...
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N O K I A N ..............trust me.....
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Thanks, Gents. Will check them out.
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i cant wait for winter. i have nokians and havent tried em yet!
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2nd the M3's, good performance and they're not expensive
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Where can you get the Nokians??
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Anyone try Hankook Icebear w300's winters? I read good reviews
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