redline76 Posted April 14, 2006 Share Posted April 14, 2006 Hi, Leaving for Mammoth in a few hours and we can either take my friend's wife's 325i convertible (backseat, ugh) or my Legacy. Problem is, I have Michelin Pilot Sports that are nearing the wear bar. I know I won't need chains until the end of the drive, but if it's snowy, will cable-type chains be enough with these tires? I've never had to use chains; when I lived in Montreal I always put on a set of Blizzaks and called it a day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SC GT Posted April 14, 2006 Share Posted April 14, 2006 Once you put them on, the cable/chains do all the work tractionwise in the snow. But where I'd worry is the wet/ice/sludge/snow that you'll hit before you get to the point were chains are required. That could be pretty treacherous with nearly worn summer tires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hondas123 Posted April 14, 2006 Share Posted April 14, 2006 +1 I wouldn't take the risk having balding summer tires. There is a good chance you'll be in light snow, rain etc without the chains. Be safe. - The Mortgage Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJMC Posted April 14, 2006 Share Posted April 14, 2006 Light snow/slush/ice can be dangerous. Be smart, drive slow and cautious. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redline76 Posted April 14, 2006 Author Share Posted April 14, 2006 Thanks for the info and precautions. We'll probably take the 'vert. Have a great weekend, warren. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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