Best snow tires yet!
I previously owned a set of Cooper Evo Winter, which I ran for several seasons; I thought they were just OK, certainly better than all-seasons. Then I installed the Hakka 9's, wow! This is how a snow tire should perform! I have only driven in winter conditions three times with these tires, but I can already feel the traction and control difference. I am impressed! I drive rather aggressive, even in less than desirable weather conditions, with these Hakka 9's I feel much more confident in all aspects of driving, acceleration, stopping and cornering. The conditions I have driven these tires in have been 2"-3" slush, hardpack snow and that 1" initial road covering (that I find can be the worst actually), and these tires performed above my expectations in all these conditions. I have not had ice conditions, so I cannot talk about that yet. Also cannot comment on treadwear. Dry performance and road noise are what you would expect from a snow tire, nothing out of the ordinary. I would definitely buy again, highly recommended!