Hakka dis, hakka dat...

[Virtual Bob]

> To sum it up, I'd run Qs if I couldn't run studs, and 1s if studs are a
> possibility.  Incidentally, the new Nokian Hakkapeliitta 2 has replaced the
> 1 in Finland this winter, and is available from sizes 175/70R13 to
> 225/45R17.  I assume the 2 will make its way to North America for next
> winter.

Don't know. I was searching for Hakka 2 last year, but the 2 Nokian
dealers I've talked said "donno." This year, Nokian has said in their web
site that Hakka 2 won't be coming to U.S. until further notice.

Last night at 1 a.m. (^: I've taken the 1-season-old Hakka 1 w/Eco Studs
for a spin as we finally got appreciatable amount of snowfall. With center
and rear diff locked, I chugged through the almost-deserted city street.
At least on fresh snow, it's quite decent -- even good -- on starting and
stopping. The turning grip is less satisfying. Although it's definitely
better than, say, 4-seasons tire in snow, the improvement in turning grip
wasn't as much as straight line grip.

Has anyone tried *current* Blizzak vs. the Nokians? How about Gislaved
Nord Frost? Hasn't heard much about that one on the list.

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