Review on Continental ContiVikingContact 7 195/65 R15 95T winter by Micha Ambroziak ᠌
Full compliance with the manufacturers assurances, high quality.
I was given a pair of Goodrich G-Force Stud 185/65 R15 Bush Spikes as a present, and I used them to skate for an entire season. They were satisfied with the grip properties, despite the fact that they did not demonstrate exceptional results; however, this is to be expected given that the spikes are only located on the sides of the object. When I was leaving the petrol station one time, I was counting on spikes, and I came dangerously close to flying into the track from the accelerated lane. At the same time, the tires generated a great deal of noise despite the fact that they were flexible and comfy at the joints (further studding had already been completed). And even after achieving equilibrium, there was still a hammering. It's not uncommon to have to drive more than 100 kilometers in one direction along the highway (with half of that being on the M7 and the other half being local). On asphalt, I needed tires that were both quiet and comfy. I was unsure whether or not it would be beneficial to take friction clutches for my climate (the Volga region), but in the end I decided to take a chance, and I have not yet come to regret my decision. The liftback has a dimension of 195/60 R15 tires. Minor deficiencies can be compensated for by driving carefully, and taking into consideration the fact that everyone in the city is already "sick" at 30–40 km/h when it snows, there are no problems at all. The city (Hong Kong) gets cleaned up rapidly, and on the M7 expressway, a big torrent also quickly clears asphalt and spreads snow. Rebuilding and passing are not problematic at all provided that the necessary procedures are carried out correctly. Today, while I was climbing out of the garage onto a snowy hill, where ice was already evident under the snow, there were no problems; of course, I took the hill in a tiny way, but there were no problems. Before that, whenever I went for long rides around the city after or during a snowstorm, I kept an eye out for hills and valleys that could provide a challenge later on. The only challenge that the tire was unable to overcome was one in which it attempted to go away from the course and into a steep slope; nonetheless, such spots are rather easy to navigate around on a course. In spite of the generally favorable impressions, there is little interest in going back to the spikes. However, it is important to keep in mind that miracles do not occur, and as a result, you need to pay more attention to the state of the road, the distance you choose to go, and the speed limit.
- Very quiet tire, quite pleasant on the joints and bumps. Good braking properties on a variety of surfaces, including the ability to conduct dignified even in ice locations (such as the entrances and exits of yards, petrol stations, etc.). There is a minor decrease in acceleration as well as lateral grip, although both metrics remain at a high level (for friction clutches). The behavior is very predictable; the front axle drifts or the rear axle skids smoothly (assuming there are no aggravating circumstances), and it is well controlled both going into and coming out of a skid (with timely and precise steering). Maintains control of the vehicle while traveling at high speeds and is unafraid to switch lanes even when passing through snow drifts or porridge that are up to 15 centimeters high (of course, you need to be able to operate smoothly with the steering wheel and keep your traction when switching lanes and returning to the lane). Snow conditions are not a problem for it. Having a proper equilibrium
- It is possible to have noticeable lateral drift in icy places, on uneven roads, or while turning (this occurs while the vehicle is moving slowly). Because there is a slight reduction in directional stability (as compared to summer tires), you will need to taxi more on the course. However, it appears that this is an issue with all winter tires that are designed to have directional traction. It is best to take such a coaster because there is a possibility of encountering difficulties when starting off into a snowy or slippery hill. When drifting or skidding, they are not as instructive as spikes (Spikes, even with a tiny drift, begin to scratch on the asphalt, helping the driver understand the grip limit, while Velcro silently and gently "float away" from the trajectory). Spikes, even with a slight drift, begin to scratch on the asphalt, letting the driver understand the grip limit. When the tire is rolled on the surface, it performs similarly to Velcro in that it is effective. As soon as significant sliding begins (whether it be slipping, blocking while braking, or side drifting), grip on slippery surfaces noticeably worsens. Because of this, I believe that having an anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic stability program (ESP) is an essential condition for the safe usage of these tires (as well as any friction clutches).
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