Continental ContiWinterContact TS850P

- Road - Regular dj1233 2017-11-19

Not had these tyres too long so can't comment on longevity. I notice little difference between my summer tyres and these in terms of out right grip, noise & fuel economy. Not yet used on snow/ice so can;;t comment on low friction surface grip. But on cold & wet roads they perform well. Grip & loss of is progressive, no snap loss of grip. Good feedback & connection with whats going on.

- Volvo V70 - Road - Regular - 175000 km Rob 2017-01-14

Had TS830P winters before and very happy with them. On first sight, they appeared narrower than the TS830P. Measured them and the tread width on the road is indeed 2cm narrower on the TS850P compared with the TS830P (on a 235 45 17 tyre in both cases). Early days so have not had the chance to try them in a range of road conditions. Seem OK going through standing water at 60mph. Perception is that turn in is not as good as the TS830P, so more lock required on the steering on any given corner. Braking good. Impression that wheels more likely to spin on acceleration. So overall, mixed feelings so far. The TS830Ps were fantastic and I was expecting the same or better with these but so far, am slightly disappointed. Cannot rate all criteria because I have only had the tyres a short time.

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