I just got my Xfire last month and we were hit with snow this weekend in St. Louis. I tested the stock conti's and will tell you I was not impressed. While weight might help in the back, I'm not confident.

I would really like to get some inexpensive 18" all around or even 18" in back and 17" in front with the blizzak's. Is either possible w/o performance problems? We get ice around her more than snow so I typically slow anyway. Also, is Tire Rack reliable? Thanks for any help.