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Originally posted by breidy:

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what would happen if i drive in snow /w KDW BF-G Z rated?

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you will crash and possibly die

In reply to:

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you will crash and possibly die

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Or what I said. I think the above's a bit extreme.

OK ... lighten up it's been a loooooonnnngggg week ....

Well, being cheap, I've been driving Calgary roads, even after some major snowfalls for a few weeks now without switching to winter tires. The BFs will spin very easily in snow or on ice, but stopping is OK. Watch out for steep hills, you may have to turn around. But, as with any snow driving, whether with snow tires or not, slow down enough and you'll only have to worry about the other guys.

Originally posted by DemonSVT:

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Sledding Vehicular Terror

The KDW's are barely safe in the winter. The only reason they make barely is they stop remarkably well. Starting and turning are another story.

Normal cautious driving and no sudden movements and you will be fine. Oh yeah; DON'T stop facing up on any hills.

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Ditto. Been there, done that and I'll NEVER do it again. Pretty damn scary experience. They absolutely suck from a standing start in slush/snow and forget about taking any sort of corner at anything above a snails pace.

There's a reason my stock E1 rims have Michelin Pilot Alpine's on them now...