[scorp76]

I am trying to decide between getting a new winter set, Michelin X Ice Vs. the Conti DWS 06 A/S for my BMW X3. I live in Philadelphia suburbs so we don't get as much snow. Also, my commute is mainly all main roads and I usually tend to work from home on snow/icy days.

The ongoing costs of swapping and remounting tires ($100 per swap) is it worth it?

Also, BTW my X3 came with Goodyear Eagle LS2 and I hate them! they are so sensitive to even the slightest of the road bumps or variations!

Inputs appreciated! Thank you!!

[TEF]

If you'll never encounter real snow and ice, then the DWS's will work fine - especially after enduring those awful GY LS2's that seem to be made of granite. It's been my experience with the Continentals that they have a very supple ride with little or no noise. It will seem like a new car once the run flats are off.

[najnad]

I prefer winter tires in winter, even if its "just in case" I have to drive and the roads havent been cleared of snow.

[scorp76]

Originally Posted by TEF

If you'll never encounter real snow and ice, then the DWS's will work fine - especially after enduring those awful GY LS2's that seem to be made of granite. It's been my experience with the Continentals that they have a very supple ride with little or no noise. It will seem like a new car once the run flats are off.

You are so right about LS2s!!! I will drive through some snow and ice, but usually if it is more than 6-8 inches, I work from home. Last year mid-Nov ice/snow storm with LS2s was horrible!

[scorp76]

Originally Posted by najnad

I prefer winter tires in winter, even if its "just in case" I have to drive and the roads haven't been cleared of snow.

Will it ruin the winter tires if the temps fluctuate a lot? Like next week we will see some high 50s and even 60s.

[carsbill]

I liked the Conti DWS 06 on both my 335ix and X3. I like you do not go out when there is ice or more than 5 inches of snow. If I had an extra set of wheels, I would do Michelin Ice X tires. Running non run flats makes a huge difference.

[richardodn]

I just got a set of Blizzak WS-90 and Rial X10 wheels from TireRack for under $1400. These are not run-flats. (Can't stand them.) I went with a 17" fitment with slightly narrower tires for winter. So far I like them although I haven't had to drive them in sloppy weather yet.

235/60R-17 Blizzak WS-90
Rial X10 17x7.5 (OE size. Centerbore and offset correct. Accepts BMW center caps.)
TPM sensors
Mounted and balanced

Now I have summer and winter wheel sets.

[najnad]

Originally Posted by scorp76

Will it ruin the winter tires if the temps fluctuate a lot? Like next week we will see some high 50s and even 60s.

https://blog.tirerack.com/blog/colin...ter-snow-tires

[Alfisti]

i ran DWS once, all fine brand new but as they wore, damn, got exciting on snow.

[EricD735i]

Originally Posted by richardodn

I just got a set of Blizzak WS-90 and Rial X10 wheels from TireRack for under $1400.

Just today I picked up and bolted on a set of MSW wheels and Conti Viking Contacts for similar cost. Ironically got caught in a snowstorm on the way back from TireRack - Sliding around with an X3 full of snow tires. The Goodyear Eagle Tourings (non-RFT) have been pretty impressive but did not like the snow at all. The Vikings are a huge improvement in the white stuff.

[richardodn]

Originally Posted by EricD735i

Just today I picked up and bolted on a set of MSW wheels and Conti Viking Contacts for similar cost. Ironically got caught in a snowstorm on the way back from TireRack - Sliding around with an X3 full of snow tires. The Goodyear Eagle Tourings (non-RFT) have been pretty impressive but did not like the snow at all. The Vikings are a huge improvement in the white stuff.

I know what you mean. I had a set of Yokohama summer performance tires on mine and we got a light snow. I left for work and was sliding so bad, I turned around and went back home.

[nyalpine90]

nothing beats a winter wheel setup.
But if you dont want to spend the $$$, DWS06 are good.
I had them on my F25, F26 with no issues. MY G01 has duelers, when its time
to replace them. I will go with DWS06

[scorp76]

I got Michelin X-ice Xi3 fitted. Hope I made the right choice. It feels squirmy, but not sure how it will be in rain. Does anyone have experience with driving it in rain with 50 temps?

[TEF]

Yeah, they'll wear out more quickly in warmer temperatures, but they should not be a handicap in rain.

[scorp76]

I read some reviews that they aren't great they spin in rain.