Originally Posted by
Oldsport
What do you DC area commuters think about Studded tires. Are they overkill here or essential? I hope to commute all winter, but I don't want to waist my money if you all think I can get buy without them.
If you ride the trails, like the W&OD, Custis, MVT, etc they're not bad to have. Most of the trails around here aren't cleared so it's go studs or go Metro. And we do get more ice than snow around here.