Look at those sensuous sipes nestled amongst the macho manly tread of near-heroic proportions. Revel in the sheer raw beauty of those muscular sidewalls.
Whatever.
I wanted very good wet traction and tread that would hopefully last awhile.
Using input from the question regarding what tire to buy posted awhile back, along with a buncha' research, Old Coot made a final decision today.
Of the several finalists one brand/model was opted for. The final decision was rough but Old Coot told hisself he had a mere 5 minutes to make that final decision.
Judges, final ballot pleeze.
And the winner is........
Bridgestone Dueler H/L Alenza.
Opted for Tires Plus, a large chain owned by Firestone/Bridgestone, I believe. Staff appeared to be knowedgeable and didn't bat an eye in wonderment at my demand for tightening lug nuts with a hand-held torque wrench.
Went into the outlet with my data list covering the five tires under consideration. Included were prices from other retailers and some on-line prices. Tires Plus beat ALL the prices. Doing the deed on a slow weekday didn't hurt a thing. Basically, got 25-percent off the total retail/list price. Beat the other local dealers and was less than all on-line prices when the shipping prices were factored in.
Well, that chore is done. Four new tires. Ready for the wet roads. Winter snow/ice tires still on their steel wheels, packed away in the garage. Sure hope we don't have a late-season severe snow storm. Of course, we are closer to tornado season than blizzard season.
Thanks to all who assisted by offering info/advice/opinions/and the comic relief with the teddy bear wheels and lavendar tires.
And, for the podunks... technically, that round metal thing is known in the biz as a wheel, not a rim. Though both are acceptable by using the term "wheel" you show how incredibly cool you are.... sorta like driving around on teddy bear wheels and lavender-colored tires.
Carry on.
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