Best all season replacements? 205x55x16

BoostFrenzy · Post by **BoostFrenzy** » Sun Dec 12, 2004 5:20 pm

Has the stock conti's on it right now (base 03 vibe auto), they are AWFUL in the snow (32psi cold all 4 corners)anyone recommend an all season that's MUCH better in the snow yet still a good bang for the buck price?

ragingfish · Post by **ragingfish** » Sun Dec 12, 2004 5:25 pm

I'm running Green Diamond Icelanders.I haven't had the chance to test their snow handling yet, but their wet road handling is amazing.Believe it or not, they are an all-season tire. They are a bit loud, like a snow tire would be, but honestly, I'm considering keeping them on as an all-season tire when my Kumhos finally wear out...

BoostFrenzy · Post by **BoostFrenzy** » Sun Dec 12, 2004 6:00 pm

just did some checking online, looks like the other subaru folks love em too (never tired to drive my wrx in the snow )... who to buy these from for cheap?

ragingfish · Post by **ragingfish** » Sun Dec 12, 2004 6:07 pm

There's really only one supplier I'm aware of:Green Diamond Tire- North AmericaElmira, New York 14902607.733.7044 (local)800.428.8696 (toll free)607.737.0778 (facsimile)Jeff@GreenDiamondTire.comIf you have questions, e-mail jeff, he knows his stuff, nice guy!The tires are a tad pricey, but they're worht it! The icelanders run about $105 each, about the same price you'd pay for less-capable Goodyear Eagle RS-A tires.http://www.greendiamondtire.com

MadBill · Post by **MadBill** » Sun Dec 12, 2004 9:58 pm

As far as comparing various all-seasons, mail order stores like http://www.tirerack.com have great rating comparisons of all the tires they sell. For example, the Goodyear Tripletreads we just put on my wife's Buick were rated 9.0 out of ten for snow traction, whereas the original GY Conquests got a 5.5. The former have always been poor in snow, so I'm looking forward to the first heavy snowfall to compare. As per the ratings, the TTs are a bunch quieter and better riding...

GlenW · Post by **GlenW** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 10:49 am

I just purchased some BF Goodrich Traction T/A H's 205-55R16 @ $114 each at Discount Tire for my Vibe. So far the tires are a huge improvement from the Contis that came stock. I ran into a little snow the past few days and these tires have been great. I would reccomend them to anyone. The only problem that I ran in to is, they had to get them from another store as they didn't have them in stock, but definitly worth the 2 day wait!! http://www.tirerack.com/tires/...1=yes

kostby · Post by **kostby** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 1:47 pm

Interesting! They're 'REMOULDED' on existing tire casings, so it's one less tire into the landfill. Thanks for the link.

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 10:46 pm

Check these out. Good deal and free shipping.http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...&rd=1

Mr. Poopypants · Post by **Mr. Poopypants** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 11:17 pm

I am using a Multi-Mile Touring edition tire right now. They are made by Kelly Tires. I really think if I tried I could climb up a wall with the tread and they are GREAT in the snow. I think I payed about $80/tire at the local shop. States Tire in McKeesport for all Pittsburghers, I will not get my tires from anywhere else.

Vibe Rater · Post by **Vibe Rater** » Thu Dec 23, 2004 12:45 am

Carefull, this guy has some nasty feedback

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