Last winter I rode a 1996 Fisher Marlin. I bought a studded tire for the front and a basic trail tire in the back. My cycling buddy Dave actually keeps his this road tires on all winter because they cut through the snow and somehow they don't slip on the ice. Winter riding is incredible in 6" of fresh powder. The best suggestion I can give anyone whose riding in the snow and ice it to keep your weight on the seat to maintain traction. Also, when the temperature drops to -20 degrees C, don't touch your u-lock with your bear hands.