Winter Tyre of the Moment

[Jason wallace]

I'm hoping this wont turn into another Winter Tyres Yes/No kind if thread. But for what ever reasons i have decided to put on some winter steels inc winter Tyres.

Most of the historic threads are getting on a bit now and seeing as its coming up to the point where other may also be thinking about this, i was wondering if there were any clear winners or stand out options that people should look at or consider.

I'm personally looking for something to go on some 17 inc VW Steels and will probably look at sticking with my existing tyre size 235/55 R17 (i have Spider Spikes, so the issue if chains is not so much an issue).

Thanks

 

[Brembo]

Jason,I'm going to fit a set of these - Nokian weatherproof 235/60 r17 106h xl
Regards,
Dougie

 

[Wongo]

Anyone fitted Michelin Cross Climate +?

 

[Jason wallace]

Thanks.....those are a all season/4 season tyre? Would there not be any problems with those tyres?

Jason,I'm going to fit a set of these - Nokian weatherproof 235/60 r17 106h xl
Regards,
Dougie

 

[Jason wallace]

Those 4 season tyres get good feedback....https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/threads/confused-by-tyre-sizes-advice-please.25688/#post-294701

Anyone fitted Michelin Cross Climate +?

 

[Sheffield10]

I've just fitted some Continental VanContact Winter (215/60 R17C 109/107T 8PR Dual Branding 104H) bought from BuyCarParts.co.uk for £113 per corner. Their euro rating (braking distance and fuel economy are both good).

Got my nearly new steel wheels from Harvey Atkinson in Scunthorpe find him on Facebook in the T5/6 forum £200 for 4 with nearly new summer tyres - which I've just sold on eBay for... …£200 He's got plenty more steelies and quite a few other T6 alloys

 

[BillyCasper]

Anyone fitted Michelin Cross Climate +?

Recently fitted two to front wheels when factory fitted tyres were worn out (18,000 miles).


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[Jason wallace]

Assuming that price is exc VAT?

I've just fitted some Continental VanContact Winter (215/60 R17C 109/107T 8PR Dual Branding 104H) bought from BuyCarParts.co.uk for £113 per corner. Their euro rating (braking distance and fuel economy are both good).

Got my nearly new steel wheels from Harvey Atkinson in Scunthorpe find him on Facebook in the T5/6 forum £200 for 4 with nearly new summer tyres - which I've just sold on eBay for... …£200 He's got plenty more steelies and quite a few other T6 alloys

 

[B J G]

Thanks.....those are a all season/4 season tyre? Would there not be any problems with those tyres?

I had the Nokians last year and they have the snowflake/winter rating and can be used all year.
I had 55 profile and they looked smaller in profile than the summer tyres and I found i had lost 1mph at 70mph. If buying again I'd use the 60 profile.
No tyre noise issues and seem to give a less 'crashy' ride on our rough roads./

 

[RobSWBeach]

Has anyone fitted Hankook RA10 215/65 R16C 109/107R all weather tyres?

 

[Jason wallace]

Have my shortlist i think.....

- Continental WinterContact TS 850 P 235/55R17 103 V XL
or
- Continental VanContact 215/60 R17C 109/107T 8PR Dual Branding 104H

Load and speed ratings seem fine on those.

 

[Sheffield10]

Assuming that price is exc VAT?

No, inc

 

[Jason wallace]

Oh...price has jumped right up for them on that site to £149.18

No, inc

 

[Loz]

Oh...price has jumped right up for them on that site to £149.18

Reaction to lots of browsers, just like Booking.com does if there is a rush on hotel rooms.

 

[Popthetop]

Anyone fitted Michelin Cross Climate +?

We have - Cross Climate SUV. Only just though. No increase in noise, nothing to report positive or otherwise. We’ll see what happens in the winter..

 

[AlanC]

Anyone fitted Michelin Cross Climate +?

Yes, fitted in February just before the snow. Very quiet and lots of grip in the wet and snow.

Alan

 

[ToulonTom]

Yes, fitted in February just before the snow. Very quiet and lots of grip in the wet and snow.

Alan

I’m exactly the same as you! Had a very smug week just after fitting them and they’ve performed well since.

 

[sbmcd]

I've just fitted some Continental VanContact Winter (215/60 R17C 109/107T 8PR Dual Branding 104H) bought from BuyCarParts.co.uk for £113 per corner. Their euro rating (braking distance and fuel economy are both good).

Got my nearly new steel wheels from Harvey Atkinson in Scunthorpe find him on Facebook in the T5/6 forum £200 for 4 with nearly new summer tyres - which I've just sold on eBay for... …£200 He's got plenty more steelies and quite a few other T6 alloys

Good tyres, bought a set last year performed well in all the snow we had.

 

[Campervanner]

Jason,I'm going to fit a set of these - Nokian weatherproof 235/60 r17 106h xl
Regards,
Dougie

 

[B J G]

I bought mine from here. delivery was quick , OK if you have somewhere to get them fitted.
Actually had 235/55/17 103 V rated

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/All-seas...h=item3b04ca2dd2:g:rhMAAOSwsGlapYYe:rk:3:pf:0

 

[Campervanner]

Where did you get them Dougie? I want winter rather than Cross climate. Struggling to source them.

I bought mine from here. delivery was quick , OK if you have somewhere to get them fitted.
Actually had 235/55/17 103 V rated

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/All-seas...h=item3b04ca2dd2:g:rhMAAOSwsGlapYYe:rk:3:pf:0

Thanks. They have good reviews. Finnish I think? V cheap!

 

[Campervanner]

Are they definitely winter with snow symbol not 4 season? Sorry new to this!

 

[TigerSki]

Anyone fitted Michelin Cross Climate +?

Yes, we have just had a set fitted 235/55r17 as we needed to replace both our summer and winter tyres. Went with these to avoid having two sets in the future. We are really pleased with them so far, not much road noise at all. Will know more once we drive in snowy conditions in Austria in December. They have very good reviews on Blackcircles which is what persuaded us in the end.

 

[B J G]

Are they definitely winter with snow symbol not 4 season? Sorry new to this!

Nokian has Snowflake Symbol on the sidewall.

Not saying they are best but got good test reviews.

Nokian video on You tube

 

[AlanC]

I should point out that although the Michelin Crossclimates are 4 season, they also have the mountain and snowflake symbol on them making them good winter tyres too.

Alan