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Old 10-26-2022, 02:10 PM   #2184
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Originally Posted by Gerbs View Post
What are y'all thoughts on cheap $600-700 winter tires that are no name? Is it worth it? Or best to pay double.
I'd say do your research as there are tradeoffs for cheaper tires - more noisy, less capable in wet or dry or ice. If your conditions match the cheaper tire then go for it. Tyre Reviews likes to review some of the cheaper brands in their reviews - might be worth a read. Example: https://www.tyrereviews.com/Article/...-Tyre-Test.htm

Also, maybe consider the off brands from the big names or the smaller big names like General or Falken etc? An Altimax Arctic is a really solid tire and a lot cheaper than an X-Ice/Blizzak (I think).
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