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Yet Another Tire Advice Thread

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Katsu Curry, Jul 6, 2011.

  1. Katsu Curry

    Katsu Curry Junior Member

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    Hi all,

    I've spent a few hours now reading through all the tire threads here and also reading tire reviews, etc. Sadly, I'm no closer to a decision than before I started.

    I have a 2004 Prius. I put Costco Michelin Radial X tires on them about 4 years ago. While I was generally happy with them, I found them to slip a bit on wet roads and be slightly noisy. I was very happy, though, with the service I got from Costco.

    I live in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Thus, my top concern is:

    - excellent wet road traction

    Second, I'd like a quiet ride.

    As much as I'd not like to spend the money, I think I'll have to pony up for a good pair of snow tires this winter since we'll be headed up to Whistler once or twice (legally required to have snow tires past Squamish).

    I can buy here in Vancouver or in Washington state. I was leaning towards the Hankook Optimo H727's but I don't see the exact size (185/65R15) available.

    Any suggestions, especially from Prius drivers used to lots of wet weather, would be appreciated.

    Cheers,

    Katsu
     
    #1 Katsu Curry, Jul 6, 2011
  2. don_chuwish

    don_chuwish Well Seasoned Member

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    KatsuKare? I love KatsuKare. Great nickname!

    Firstly, you wouldn't want a pair of snow tires, you get all 4. Those Optimo 727s aren't snows of course, but got great ratings for snow as compared with other all weather tires. That with the low price and high tread wear rating/warranty makes it a good choice I think.

    - D
     
    #2 don_chuwish, Jul 6, 2011
  3. Vic Doucette

    Vic Doucette Junior Member

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    I just got a set of those Optimo 727s yesterday. I bought the 195/60R-15s, which fit well. Took a mileage hit, of course, because they are brand-new and stiff. Paid about $340 U.S., taking into account a $100 rebate from the store ... the check is in the mail, as they say.
     
    #3 Vic Doucette, Jul 6, 2011
  4. olerox

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    I researched the daylights about tires before taking the plunge and IMHO there were 4 good top tire contenders. The quietness, CU recommendation and user reviews sent me to the Hankooks.

    I got the Hankook Optimo 727's in March. 195/65R/15. I live outside Portland <WET> Oregon and I can tell you that these tires are grippers in rain and deep water, they are also very quiet.
     
    #4 olerox, Jul 8, 2011
  5. Hal W

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    Go to Kal-Tire and check out the Nokian brand! They will have what you need and all Nokian tires are LRR. Hal
     
    #5 Hal W, Jul 8, 2011
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