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Review on Continental ContiVikingContact 7 225/50 R17 98T winter by Stanislaw Grzechnik ᠌

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I would definitely recommend the purchase, I don't think there is anything wrong with it.

I skated on goodrich g-force stud 185/65 R15 bush spikes for one season that I received as a gift. Despite not producing stellar outcomes, they were satisfied with the grip characteristics, which is logical given that the spikes are only on the sides. I once left the gas station in the accelerating lane and, relying on spikes, nearly flew sideways onto the track. In addition, the tires generated a lot of noise despite being soft and comfy at the joints (further studding having already been done). Even after balancing, there was still a beating. Frequently, you must go more than 100 km (half of which is on the M7; the other half is local) in one direction along the highway. I wanted tires that would be quiet and cozy on asphalt. I questioned whether purchasing friction clutches for my environment (Volga region) was worthwhile, but in the end I took a chance and haven't looked back since. 195/60 R15 tires on a polo liftback. Minor flaws are made up for by careful driving, and considering that everyone in the city is already "sick" at 30–40 km/h during a snowfall, there are absolutely no issues. The city (Hong Kong) gets cleaned fast, and a sizable torrent also spreads snow and clears asphalt on the M7 expressway. With good move execution, rebuilding and overtaking are not problematic. There were no issues today when I emerged from the garage and down a snowy slope, where ice was already evident beneath the snow. Of course, I took the hill slowly. Prior to that, I frequently rode around the city after / during a snowfall in search of ups and downs where issues might occur. With the exception of instances where it attempted to move off onto a steep hill (but such areas are readily tackled on a course), the tire successfully conquered all obstacles. Overall, they have great impressions and have no desire to go back to the spikes. However, it is important to keep in mind that miracles do not occur, so you should pay closer attention to the state of the road, your choice of distance, and the posted speed limit.

Pros
  • Very quiet tire that is smooth over bumps and joints. Arrivals and departures to yards, petrol stations, etc. act with dignity thanks to good braking properties on diverse surfaces, especially on ice places. For friction clutches, acceleration and lateral grip are slightly worse but still at a high level. If there are no aggravating conditions, front axle drift or rear axle skid occur smoothly, well managed into and out of a skid (with timely and accurate steering). is not frightened to change lanes through snow drifts or porridge that are even 10-15 cm high. Of course, you must use the steering wheel smoothly and maintain traction when changing lanes and returning to your lane. rider-friendly in snow. balanced as usual
Cons
  • Noticeable lateral drift (appearing at low speed) in icy places on uneven roads or in a turn. You have to taxi more on the track and there is a slight lack of directional stability (relative to summer tires), but this seems to be a problem with all directional winter tires. Starting up a hill that is covered in snow or ice may present challenges; it is preferable to take a coaster. When drifting or skidding, Velcro is less instructive than spikes since they quietly and gently "float away" from the trajectory while spikes, even with a minor deviation, start to scratch on the pavement and alert the driver to the grip limit. The tire functions effectively when it rolls on the ground, just like any Velcro. Grip on icy surfaces noticeably declines as soon as strong sliding (slide, blocking on braking, or side drift) starts. Therefore, I believe that the presence of ABS and ESP (as well as any friction clutches) is a must for the safe usage of these tires.

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May 29, 2023
Different pros: The best winter tires hold up well Its cons: Soft, torn on a pit with a sharp edge