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Here's my new set up for winter: Sumitomo Ice Edge tires (205/50-17) on Core Racing Impulse wheels, both purchased from Kal Tire.
I've had good experience with Michelin X-Ice tires in the past, but because the Sumitomos were rated as having better dry pavement handling than the Michelins (while being equal on snow and ice) I decided to get them. The choice of alloy rims instead of cheaper steel wheels is based on the fact that the winter wheels will be in use for 5-6 months a year (from late October to April). Having unattractive steel wheels on the car for that period of time doesn't appeal to me. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the black finish on the Core Racing rims will stand up to winter driving conditions.
So far, my experience with the Sumitomos is limited to dry pavement. As expected, they are noisier than the OE all seasons, but absorb rough pavement better because of the taller sidewall. I will post my impressions of how they perform on snow and ice after winter arrives.
I've had good experience with Michelin X-Ice tires in the past, but because the Sumitomos were rated as having better dry pavement handling than the Michelins (while being equal on snow and ice) I decided to get them. The choice of alloy rims instead of cheaper steel wheels is based on the fact that the winter wheels will be in use for 5-6 months a year (from late October to April). Having unattractive steel wheels on the car for that period of time doesn't appeal to me. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the black finish on the Core Racing rims will stand up to winter driving conditions.
So far, my experience with the Sumitomos is limited to dry pavement. As expected, they are noisier than the OE all seasons, but absorb rough pavement better because of the taller sidewall. I will post my impressions of how they perform on snow and ice after winter arrives.
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