I've had mine for three winters and I'm more than happy with them. In the snow they are about the same as any winter tire, but they really shine when you get a little ice underneath. I'd buy another set when these are done. Yes I understood they are like a recap tire but on the highway I've had no problems and they have preformed as good as any other winter tire I've ever owned so I wouldn't shy away because of that. There were a number of sites that evaluated them and one of these sites was a rally driver who put them through their paces. That kind of sealed the deal for me. I've paid out good money for them and I'd buy them again, that kind of says it all.....Bill