Bridgestone Blizzak Spike-02 SUV 215/70 R16 75T winter Review

Bridgestone BLIZZAK SPIKE-02 SUV. Japanese Bridgestone Blizzack Spike-02 SUV studded tires are perfect for the harsh northern climate. Ice, packed snow, sudden changes in temperature and other adverse conditions do not create obstacles for a comfortable and safe ride with such tires. They use advanced studding that allows you to safely brake and confidently maneuver on slippery surfaces. An extensive drainage system gives the Bridgestone BLIZZAK SPIKE-02 SUV tires excellent driving performance during the thaw, when the roads accumulate a large amount of melt water and sleet. Brake boosters. These structural elements are located on the upper contours of the rubber checkers. They are jagged edges that create additional points of grip with the road during heavy braking. Sawtooth edges work in tandem with sipes, but unlike them, they continue to function even with critical tread wear. If the lamellas gradually wear out and disappear from the tire surfaces with a residue of about 2-3 mm, then the gear brake boosters work even with the minimum allowable tread height of 1.6 mm. Quality drainage. The drainage system is designed to provide reliable protection against hydroplaning and slashplaning. It is formed by numerous channels that have a variable width and are located at different angles of inclination. Drainage grooves absorb melt water, dirt and sleet, and throw the liquid out. This is especially important for the front wheels, which are the first to get into puddles and snow and mud, clearing the way for the rear axle of the car. Durable stud. Premature loss of metal anti-skid studs is a common problem for many tire models, especially those from the economy class. In the Bridgestone BLIZZAK SPIKE-02 SUV model, this drawback was eliminated due to the improved design of the spikes. They have enlarged bases, which are firmly fixed in the dense lower layers of rubber. Therefore, the spikes stay in place throughout the life of the tires. Their loss occurs, as a rule, with improper break-in, which is carried out in the first 500-1000 kilometers after installing new tires.