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Old 09-18-2012, 08:30 PM
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I am thinking of using Conti's DWS all weather on my 214's and running them for winter rather than using my 19's, with all seasons.

I am wondering if anyone has experience in the northern part of the US or Canada with running a 20 inch for the winter?

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I ran that same tire on 3pc wheels on a 335i all winter long in the KY/OH area. No problems what so ever.
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Is that an all wheel drive? I am curious if the width is going to snow plow or cut through the snow?
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If this winter is anything like the last one, you will probably be fine. However, if there is a significant amount of deep or wet snow/ice, you will have some problems with stopping and turning. I ran the DWS all winter in PA, where things are more mild and they did OK. I did have a few white knuckle moments, and had to avoid some of more hilly areas. I bought dedicated snows for WI, though.
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I'm not familiary with Appleton,WI but in the Chicagland area (burbs and city), most people get by with all-season tires. There are no mountains or hills to climb and most of the roads are plowed fairly quick.

If it's really bad, just go slower or stay home.
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