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Originally Posted by HPsauce
Well maybe, but the actual "investment" is really only in a spare set of wheels (if you do it that way) and time/effort (maybe cost) in swapping them twice a year.
Used "tatty" wheels suitable for winter use are fairly cheap anyway.
Tyres wear out as you drive, so the net cost of rubber is the same overall.
In fact it "can" be cheaper as the wrong tyres for the ambient temperature (either way) tend to scrub and wear out quicker.  |
Well, each to his own. I dont see many offers on this forum for a set of 18" winter wheel for less than £100 (unless you are offering!  ) and the softer compound winter tyres wear out quicker when used - as they will be - 95% of the time on tarmac.
Its a fine decision either way and dependent on where you live, of course. If you live in Ballater then you'll need something more than snow socks today!
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