Tips for the 'S' in Snow
As the snow has hit most of the country here's a few tips for the S2000 in the snow. You may be surprised that used correctly the S can actually be driveable and safe and fun in the snow.
Feel free to comment with your own tips or tricks!
Driving:
- High gear, low revs
- Don't spin your wheels if you get stuck
- Steady on the power, especially in corners
- Brake gently
- Top down!
Better Boots!
Winter tyres make all the difference - lots of people recommend Kumho Izen winter tyres, which are available in both 16" and 17" (Check out our tyre suppliers who offer discounts, especially those that could come to you in this weather!) They offer much better grip in very wet and snow conditions. Others have had good experience with Bridgestone Blizzaks too.
Kumho tread:
Snow Socks
These have proven very good in snow, but as soon as you are off the snow they need to be removed or they will get ripped up on tarmac. They are tricky to put on and off due to the small clearance between tyre and car. Here's our Irish friend Spike with a demo!
So, with all that done, you could enjoy the snow as much as euan did a few years ago:
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Love the videos!!
Comment by Ian Eygelsheim - 18th Jan 2013 @ 05:23:05 PM
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