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No more tire chains. Just make tires that can accept easy
snap-on cleats.
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Changing snow tyres once a season is fine if, during winter, you *only* drive on snow-covered roads.
<aside>Studded tyres are illegal in UK.</aside> |
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Popular Science/Mechanics long ago had tires that had built in, retractable studs. Inflate to 40psi, they extended, deflate to 35, they retracted. |
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Have also seen snap on cleats, spring loaded things that fit around the tire and hold on by the springy arms. Can't tell you how well they work, it hasn't snowed in Tampa since 1977. |
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Not particularly well, in my experience. Jerry Lewis could've built a movie around the installation process. |
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When I was little, I had a toy truck called "The Beast" that had retractable claws in the tires. Maybe you could run with that idea |
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Those were -neat-. I'd love to have a car like that... |
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Speed Racer had 'em, only his were automatic. |
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Baked in the movies: James Bond 007 - The Living Daylights, 1987 (except his were automatic) |
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Just get some Michelin tires. They stick to anything. |
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