Canyon road

[Marcia M]

Marie just got home (JT) in the Gladiator (big chunky tires) at 15 miles per hour and slid into the oncoming lane twice. In 4WD. Black ice as well as packed snow.

[WendyE]

Be safe out there!

[Hollis]

It would be best if you had winter-rated tires, big chunky tires are no good on ice and snow.

[RandyO]

Yes, as Hollis said:
But this is from me--
If you are serious about getting through most conditions, snow and ice;
Nokian Hakkapeliitta studded snow tires cost, but when others are stuck you can still get through.
I'm only speaking of trying most others, not all.
Best of luck when you are trying to get home in the dark.
As Chunky may not matter
$$$$????

[Hollis]

 Yes, as Hollis said:
But this is from me--
If you are serious about getting through most conditions, snow and ice;
Nokian Hakkapeliitta studded snow tires cost, but when others are stuck you can still get through.
I'm only speaking of trying most others, not all.
Best of luck when you are trying to get home in the dark.
As Chunky may not matter
$$$$????

Bang for the buck, non-studded, Cooper or Mastercraft brand winter-rated tires.

[RandyO]

Listen to Hollis,
He sees them All ---

[Hollis]

Listen to Hollis,
He sees them All ---

About 18 years ago, I noticed that the owner of Barnsley Tire in Boulder had Mastercraft winter tires on all his vehicles. He could afford any tire he wanted, so I asked him. He said, "Bang for the buck."

Most winter-rated tires are fine, depending on use, most last 2 winter seasons if daily driving, they offer improved traction, no absolutes, and maintaining directional control in icy driving conditions takes practice.

[sbg]

We've been using studded Nokian Hakkapeliittas for 25 years. Definitely recommend them.