Yes they are sonw tires. I had a set and they were bettter without studs than
any other tire I've owned with them.

Steven Shane wrote:

> Greeting Volks.
>
> Steve Shane here. Checking up on some of the past tire threads, a few of you
> mentioned Continental Contact (reinforced) tires, Number 185R14 as a GREAT
> replacement tire for the WESTY.
>
> Continental seems to think this is a snow tire.  Have those of you whom have
> these tires, please take 30 seconds and give me your opinion on these tires
> or any other suggestions you might have for a good replacement tire. I'm
> looking for something to run all year. Please, I don't mean to start another
> tire thread (heaven forbid) just looking for some real life experience for
> an inexperienced newbie.
>
> send comments to
> mailto:s.shane@pobox.com
>
> - peace
>
> Steve Shane