Reddit reviews Nokian Hakkapelitta 700x32 72 Steel Studs

I used to live in Sweden and used these 32mm Nokian Nokia (yes nokia) tires; buying some for my first NYC winter.

My winter beater frame is a Steamroller and I live in Edmonton (so I know shit weather). Mostly you can get by on regular tires if you want just by letting out some pressure. But if you want something that plows through it all (blizzard/rutted ice friendly tires) I would really recommend Nokian 32c studded tires. It's a low stud count, with the studs off the center of the tire so if there is some bare spots of pavement you won't be scraping the metal on the road. They are great for traction/peace of mind but not bulky at all. They've been great for me as a commuter and courier.

This was linked in the article: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002P6BOF2?ie=UTF8&tag=cyclelicious-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002P6BOF2

I'm still not sure it would fit my bike. I don't think it would be that hard to make a light treaded 25 or 27 with studs. I can't really afford a different bike for winter commuting nor can I afford to drop $40 - $70 per tire for studs. Guess I'll try zip ties or adding screws to a spare slick I have lying around.

Studded tires are perfect for ice, so I would not say they're overkill. Wide tires are better for snow, so fat bikes and wide mtb tires. But 30-38mm studded tires would be what you want for ice.

If it's not bad, look into the Schwalbe Winters, 45NRTH Xerxes or Nokian Hakkepliitta A10s. I'll make these urls when I'm back on a PC instead of a phone.

edit; done. The mentioned tires are basically less aggressive versions of the ones I first linked.

editedit; Actually, mentioning Seattle at below 34F with an ice glaze over everything ... You might find my previous video of this route more interesting or relevant. Here's the link:

https://www.reddit.com/r/bikecommuting/comments/3tsrzc/didnt_get_my_snow_tires_on_in_time_for_ice_storm/

https://www.amazon.com/Nokian-Hakkeplitta-A10-700-Studs/dp/B002P6BOF2

There is no rubbing whatsoever, I am currently running them at 60psi.