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Since I opted for the 21" summer performance wheel and tire package (again!), I am once again in search of a winter wheel and tire setup. I have decided against going the replica wheel route. While I was happy with the performance and look of the two sets of Hartmann's I had on my previous SQ5, I want to go with something a bit more unique. I have been feverishly researching all kinds of after market wheel options, and I have ultimately decided to go with 20x8.5 TSW Sprint wheels in gloss gunmetal. I am moving away from Blizzaks and going for the Nokian Hakkapelliita R2's. I'm curious to see if these Nokians live up to all the hype. Since my SQ5 came equipped with the P-Zero Pirellis, I'm worried that they will wear out prematurely like the set that came on my previous one. Whatever the future holds in store for the P-Zero's, I'm hopeful the Nokians will prove to be an effective four-season tire like they claim to be. This will mean I shouldn't feel the need to source a third set up for the unseasonable weather we can experience in these parts. click to enlarge I am purchasing this wheel and tire package through Tunerworks. I am looking forward to how they look, but I am really looking forward to seeing how this setup works with the Quattro system once the snow starts flying!
Vincent
9/21/2017 07:59:31 am
I have the Hakkapeliitta 8 and love them. My Touareg feels like a tank in any winter conditions - we get lots of ice and hills out here in NS so studded was important to me. Of course they do damage my garage floor (but they're soft self-draining PVC tiles) so it's not too bad. Also, so far they're very good on thread wear - studs likely help there.
Rick
9/21/2017 07:48:20 pm
Thanks for the feedback, Vincent. I am very interested to see how the R2's compare to the various Blizzaks I have run in the past. It's lightly snowing here today, so I am them asap! I did love the Estoril Blue, but the change is nice. The Daytona doesn't have the same level of visual impact, but it's more sophisticated. I feel classy in it. I'll be sure to update once winter wheel package is installed. Take care. Comments are closed.
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