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Old 12-06-2016, 02:15 PM   #276
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second winter with my K02's, was driving all over east van side streets, icey main streets etc. with an empty truck, almost no sliding or slipping whatsoever, very happy with the winter performance of these tires
I've already taken them off trail into some crusty snow and they're OK there, not the greatest but pretty good all things considered.
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Old 12-06-2016, 02:37 PM   #277
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My GY Duratracs performed flawlessly in the snow. Hastings was a gong show so I took the side roads that led up to Capitol hill where the snow was over 1 ft high. Left the center lock on for 4wd high and the truck never missed. Controlled braking was just as good.
Took the truck to some unplowed lots up on SFU and had no issues whatsoever.
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I got Michelin Alpin PA4 for my 2016 Accord on the stock 19in wheels.

Drove the Coquihalla highway up to Kelowna on Monday night, ran into a snow storm lol. Drove back this afternoon with frozen roads. Flawless performance. Great control.
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I'm planning on getting Nokian WRG3's for my 2009 Acura MDX tomorrow from Kal Tire. I screwed myself by leaving this to last minute but anyone have some feedback if that is going to be a good tire for all year around use? I'm looking for a tire that can still perform in maybe a foot or so of snow while still being avg/good for general use.

I'm hoping with the Acura SH-AWD system and the anticipated snow we are expecting that I should be good to go. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks
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I'm hoping with the Acura SH-AWD system and the anticipated snow we are expecting that I should be good to go.
Don't rely on the AWD system, it won't help you when your braking.
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I'm planning on getting Nokian WRG3's for my 2009 Acura MDX tomorrow from Kal Tire. I screwed myself by leaving this to last minute but anyone have some feedback if that is going to be a good tire for all year around use? I'm looking for a tire that can still perform in maybe a foot or so of snow while still being avg/good for general use.

I'm hoping with the Acura SH-AWD system and the anticipated snow we are expecting that I should be good to go. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks
The AWD will get you going, won't help you stop. No experience with the WRG3's, but they're well-regarded from some of the research i've done in the past. I've since settled on the Conti DWS for years. Never ever let me down, I'd say its the perfect tire for BC driving. Can't recommend them enough. Theres just something about pushing full throttle on a left turn in an absolute downpour and have it turn like its on rails. Oh, and it handled this weeks ice/snow just fine.
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You are looking for a unicorn. Winter tires works best if you choose a skinnier setup, so all the down force is concentrated on a small area on each tire, to melt snow or crack ice. However that doesn't translate well to non winter driving. Also you can increase the aspect ratio of the tire to smooth out some of the ice bump. However rest of the season you want pretty much the opposite of all that.

I would suggest get 2 different setup. Look at your door jam at the air pressure chart, look for the smallest tire setup your MDX allows and go with that for winter and a proper all seasons for the rest of the season.

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I'm planning on getting Nokian WRG3's for my 2009 Acura MDX tomorrow from Kal Tire. I screwed myself by leaving this to last minute but anyone have some feedback if that is going to be a good tire for all year around use? I'm looking for a tire that can still perform in maybe a foot or so of snow while still being avg/good for general use.

I'm hoping with the Acura SH-AWD system and the anticipated snow we are expecting that I should be good to go. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks
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For those looking for deals..

Get Canadian Tire gift cards from Rexall which are 10% off, then wait for their tires go for buy 3 get 1 free and 10x points (though I think that's over for the season)+ rebates. Apparently they don't need the tires to be in stock for the 10x (or 20x points events) just need to put in the order.
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quite happy with the blizzak DM-V1s. absolutely buried the RDX in snow last night and had NO problems getting out. Got cocky a bit and yes, there was some slippage but minimal at best.

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For those looking for deals..

Get Canadian Tire gift cards from Rexall which are 10% off, then wait for their tires go for buy 3 get 1 free and 10x points (though I think that's over for the season)+ rebates. Apparently they don't need the tires to be in stock for the 10x (or 20x points events) just need to put in the order.
Was just at rexall station square. They said 10% off was for black Friday. And they're all sold out. What location you find it at?
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Old 12-08-2016, 08:56 PM   #286
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noobish question...

Does anyone minus size? Or do you guys go with the original stock sizing of your wheels/tires? Is the benefit of minus sizing quite noticeable?
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noobish question...

Does anyone minus size? Or do you guys go with the original stock sizing of your wheels/tires? Is the benefit of minus sizing quite noticeable?
I minus'd

Went from 215/45/17 summers/all-season to 205/50/17. I wouldn't be able to tell if it has noticeable advantage since I've never driven my car with OEM sized winter tires
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I'm planning on getting Nokian WRG3's for my 2009 Acura MDX tomorrow from Kal Tire. I screwed myself by leaving this to last minute but anyone have some feedback if that is going to be a good tire for all year around use? I'm looking for a tire that can still perform in maybe a foot or so of snow while still being avg/good for general use.

I'm hoping with the Acura SH-AWD system and the anticipated snow we are expecting that I should be good to go. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks
Others have mentioned braking and I agree. AWD system helps you get out but won't assist much in stopping without proper tires. The WRG3 are decent tires but I have not tested them myself.

I hope you have an appointment with Kal Tire, otherwise expect to wait 2 days for your vehicle.
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Does anyone minus size? Or do you guys go with the original stock sizing of your wheels/tires? Is the benefit of minus sizing quite noticeable?
I went minus sized as well. From 215/50/17 to 205/60/16. I don't notice too much of a difference other than a softer ride than stock because of the higher sidewall. Side benefit is that 16" tires are a bit cheaper than 17". :P

Only thing to watch for if you minus size is clearance for your brakes. The TSX I drive doesn't exactly have huge brakes, but the 16" wheels barely clear them.
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If you have a narrower tire it'll cut through snow better, but you'll have less grip on ice. So it depends on whether you drive through snow or on ice/compact snow more. Just don't forget to increase the sidewall accordingly so you end up with the same final diameter, it's a little counterproductive to lower your car for winter
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Nah man. Get rid of the aerodynamic lift. Lowering basically sucks you to the ground and increases your traction by at least double. Look at the P1.


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The WRG3 are decent tires but I have not tested them myself.

I hope you have an appointment with Kal Tire, otherwise expect to wait 2 days for your vehicle.
I run WRG3s exclusively all year round on my 98 Forester here in NE Alberta where temps and conditions are much more hostile in the winter. I have zero issues with braking or traction on hills in snow or ice. I've never been stuck even in very deep snow. With a newer AWD system you'll have no issues.
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Many of my friends run the WrG3 all year round. They're an all weather tire that Kal tire really pushes for and it does the job quite well. They do tend to wear out faster and if they're worn down, you should replace them. Best time to buy them is in the fall so that they'll be fresh for winter!
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Many of my friends run the WrG3 all year round. They're an all weather tire that Kal tire really pushes for and it does the job quite well. They do tend to wear out faster and if they're worn down, you should replace them. Best time to buy them is in the fall so that they'll be fresh for winter!
We had WRG2s on both of our vehicles, both developed sidewall problems before the (pro-rated) warranty expired.

Fiance went with the WRG3s, I went Blizzaks.

Performance wise, probably not as good as the Blizzaks on snow/ice, but surprisingly good. Just leery of tires where two sets both develop problems before warranty expires.
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Really happy with my General Altimax Arctics so far. They've been phenomenal during the heavy rains we've had and now the slush and snow
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i keep hearing that all seasons don't perform well below 7 degrees or whatever. i'd like to see an actual comparison test between all seasons and winters in like 1 degree weather in dry pavement to see whether or not it's all marketing
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i have the duratracs on the 4runner, they are very grippy in deep fresh snow, but a bit slippery on compacted snow when turning and braking

winter tire > all terrain > everything else
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