When compared to the city's spikes, this is a blessing. Tires that are soft and silent perform well on both asphalt and snow. Careful navigation is required on snowy surfaces, but they make quick work of paddling through drifts and slush. This is particularly useful in the city during mild winters. Well, you don't click on the asphalt with spikes, which is a huge bonus, and you can switch shoes in the off-season and the tires will still feel fantastic.