Used Nokian WR XL in 205 65 R 15 - those are great tires. They would be beyond perfect if the load rating was just a bit higher. Not loud, lasted well enough in Southern California, and I was always ready for that unplanned trip to the North. 

From: Kim Brennan <kimbrennan@MAC.COM>
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: Nokian Tyre Recommendations

> I've used the Comtrac Winter year round (mid-atlantic location).
> Despite being made of a softer compound than the Nokian's, it has
> lasted quite well over the last 3 years. Only now with a lot of miles
> on the tread is it getting  a bit noisy. It was very quiet for the
> first couple of years (amongst the quietest tire I've ever had on a
> Vanagon.)
> 
> 
> On Dec 8, 2008, at 9:23 AM, The Bus Depot wrote:
> >
> > Another option is the excellent Vredestein Comtrac Winter, which we
> > sell for
> > $125 each.  It features a proprietary Silica compound and
> > directional tread
> >
> 
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