jamesm182 Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 Hi guys, Check out my review of the new Michelin CrossClimate tyres when you get a minute. Michelin claim it's the first summer tyre with full winter certification and it significantly outperforms traditional all season tyres. Let me know what you think! :) http://www.fordownersclub.com/news/michelin-crossclimate-review-tyre-youll-ever-need/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenST13 Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 I've read the review and they seem great from what you've said I'll be interested to see what they cost and look in to getting a set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesm182 Posted March 6, 2015 Author Share Posted March 6, 2015 Thanks Steve, yes I can honestly say I was very impressed with them. Seems like a great idea too. I must confess I'm one of the majority that currently runs summer tyres all year round, but I will be very tempted with these next time as the benefits in winter conditions are staggering. :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattDRX Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 Do I read that right? Less than 69DB of road noise from them? that's the lowest I have seen I think, most are in the 80s. best they'll cost a lot though, standard pilots are the most expensive as it is. still cheaper than buying both providing they last a full year though. good work though dude, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesm182 Posted March 6, 2015 Author Share Posted March 6, 2015 Do I read that right? Less than 69DB of road noise from them? that's the lowest I have seen I think, most are in the 80s. best they'll cost a lot though, standard pilots are the most expensive as it is. still cheaper than buying both providing they last a full year though. good work though dude, Thanks :) They're apparently going to cost around 7 or 8 euros (so £5 ish) more per corner than the equivalent summer tyre (i.e. Michelin Energy Saver Plus) so not too bad I guess if you consider it saves you buying/worrying about winter tyres... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRookie Posted May 14, 2015 Share Posted May 14, 2015 Hmm.... the review is great! As my car now needs new tyres I am wondering if I shall switch to these? Apparently it can be had for 75 quid a corner from German company Tyreleader (the size is a bit awkward: 195/55/16). What you think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randoms Posted May 14, 2015 Share Posted May 14, 2015 I've been following the various reviews & tests on these tyres, must say I'm impressed & think I'll try a set when my current ones are worn out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salsheikh Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 not available in 225 40 18's anywhere :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeebowhite Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Nice review there, I am looking at putting new boots on the motor in a month or two, thinking this might be a sensible step. I do however wonder, what the lifespan of these tyres is estimated at. When is the official release date? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRookie Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 The release date is b/o May, so you can buy it already. I have ordered it this morning, estimated delivery is Monday so hopefully Tuesday my car will have new rubber :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRookie Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 not available in 225 40 18's anywhere :( They only seem to make R15, R16 and R17 so no R18s. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randoms Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 The release date is b/o May, so you can buy it already. I have ordered it this morning, estimated delivery is Monday so hopefully Tuesday my car will have new rubber :D Once there fitted any chance you can post some photos & let us know how they handle etc? Really interested in some impartial reviews as think these may well be my next set of tyres. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRookie Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Can do but as it is unlikely to for me to drive in snow for the next 5 or 6 months you'll have to wait for a final verdict :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeebowhite Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 What's the price? Looked around earlier couldn't find any suppliers on the Web Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randoms Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Can do but as it is unlikely to for me to drive in snow for the next 5 or 6 months you'll have to wait for a final verdict :) I've seen some of the videos/reviews online showing there ability in the snow (which looks good) but there isn't much on general day to day/wet road driving info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salsheikh Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 What's the price? Looked around earlier couldn't find any suppliers on the Web Look on the tyreleader website Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRookie Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 I've seen it in Oponeo, Tyreleader and Blackcircles. Event Tyres also mentioned they are going to sell it but so far I couldn't find it on their website. I guess not many sellers offer the tyre simply because it is too new. :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randoms Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 Look on the tyreleader website Just had a look on ATS and there selling them for £125 each. This means you should be able to get them for about £10 less elsewhere as they always seem to hike up there prices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike6688 Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 There's some on protyre.co.uk for £117 215/55/R16 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeebowhite Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Hopefully you get a discount replacing 4 tyres. I need to get all my belts and chains replaced in the next month and then later this year it will need new boots, would rather not pay that much for them though lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randoms Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 I've thought about getting pair of these for the front & an alternative (less expensive) pair fir the rear. Surely this would be ok as I'd have same brand/pattern/tread depth on one axle? And I should get some extra benefit/grip in snow with these on driving wheels? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike6688 Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 I've thought about getting pair of these for the front & an alternative (less expensive) pair fir the rear. Surely this would be ok as I'd have same brand/pattern/tread depth on one axle? And I should get some extra benefit/grip in snow with these on driving wheels? I was thinking of doing the same thing. I've only just put new tyres on the rear, so wouldn't want to replace all 4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomsFocus Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 No that's not a good idea. You'll probably lose the rear end in wet/snow if you put cheaper tyres on the back. Search youtube for vids on using just 2 snow tyres for example. It's not illegal, and you're welcome to do it, but you won't feel the benefit without all 4 being the crossclimates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike6688 Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 No that's not a good idea. You'll probably lose the rear end in wet/snow if you put cheaper tyres on the back. Search youtube for vids on using just 2 snow tyres for example. It's not illegal, and you're welcome to do it, but you won't feel the benefit without all 4 being the crossclimates. Good point, and just looked at some videos on youtube. Might think about these tyres closer to winter again, and swap all 4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randoms Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 No that's not a good idea. You'll probably lose the rear end in wet/snow if you put cheaper tyres on the back. Search youtube for vids on using just 2 snow tyres for example. It's not illegal, and you're welcome to do it, but you won't feel the benefit without all 4 being the crossclimates. Yeah fair point, suppose I'll have to see what the £££'s like nearer replacment time. I've had a look at some of the "Professional" videos of 2 vs 4 winter tyres & must say the drivingdoes not really represent how the average person with common sense would drive in heavy snow/ice conditions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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