As long as the replicas where as durable as OEM's, then probably the replica's as I know the OEM's can cost significantly more. I've read here and there on these posts though that the replicas might weigh more too, not sure if it's a big enough of a difference to really matter. Beyond this, I am still contemplating the 19" spoke 212's too. I definitely want to improve the look from my 18" spoke 210's and feel like both 212's and 214's would do the job. I live in Nebraska where we get some snow (4-5 snowfalls a year anywhere from 2-8 inches on avg), although not as much as the northern lakes regions. I'd prefer not to have to swap tires/wheels come winter, then spring since that could become a hassle. Thus, I'd like to settle on a set of tires/wheels and be able to keep them on year-round. If I had assurance that the 214's with all seasons would get me around for sure in the winter, then it would be a no-brainer decision, I'd get the 214's since they look the best. Plus, although they can ride like you're on a set of rolling-rocks sometimes, I do like the run-flats since you have the peace of mind in case of a flat. OK, too much rambling, but now you understand my reasoning.