I've looked at several chain threads, but didn't find a good answer for this --
The cost of really good rear tire chains is a bit daunting, and for my location I cannot justify the cost for the relatively infrequent use (one heavier snow season every 4-5 years in this part of the mid-Atlantic).
That said, I see the benefit of having "something" available when we do get a decent amount of snow. (I do realize that most folks in this region have no idea what "real" snow is. I spent four years in the plains of central Illinois, including one year in which we got multiple feet of snow and the university closed -- something that had happened only a handful of times in 120+ years. And for those of you farther north, I imagine that central Illinois snow is a drop in the bucket to you!).
I have been thinking about making up a set of DIY chains ($150-$200) as a not-nearly-as-effective alternative, to have at least something that would help in snow.
Today I came across these, at $371: 15x19.5 Aquiline Multi Purpose Tire Chains (MPC) for Equipment With Minimal Clearance -1 Pair - Ken Jones Tires
I'm thinking this might be a decent compromise between cost and performance. Does anyone have experience with these chains? What do you all think about this option?
Thanks!
The cost of really good rear tire chains is a bit daunting, and for my location I cannot justify the cost for the relatively infrequent use (one heavier snow season every 4-5 years in this part of the mid-Atlantic).
That said, I see the benefit of having "something" available when we do get a decent amount of snow. (I do realize that most folks in this region have no idea what "real" snow is. I spent four years in the plains of central Illinois, including one year in which we got multiple feet of snow and the university closed -- something that had happened only a handful of times in 120+ years. And for those of you farther north, I imagine that central Illinois snow is a drop in the bucket to you!).
I have been thinking about making up a set of DIY chains ($150-$200) as a not-nearly-as-effective alternative, to have at least something that would help in snow.
Today I came across these, at $371: 15x19.5 Aquiline Multi Purpose Tire Chains (MPC) for Equipment With Minimal Clearance -1 Pair - Ken Jones Tires
I'm thinking this might be a decent compromise between cost and performance. Does anyone have experience with these chains? What do you all think about this option?
Thanks!