Originally Posted by
guitarded
Thanks for the link Santiago. The only studded tires they sell are the Schwalbe Snow Stud (not agressive
enough, only 106 studs on the outsides) and the Schwalbe Ice spiker (too expensive). While researching
studded tires I have come to the conclusion that the Conti's are the best bang for the buck.
Well then what about an alternate source for the Ice Spiker. This Ebay vendor sells a 700x38c for about $50 USD each. You should ask him if he can get you a 26" if that's what you're looking for.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Schwalbe-Spike-S...QQcmdZViewItem
Alternatively Bikeman.com has them for $60 USD:
http://www.bikemannetwork.com/biking/p/TR5379
Where in Canada are you located? My Montreal-based club has a fantastic deal on Schwalbe tires but you have to be a member ($25/year). The deal on the Schwalbe tires is worth the membership price alone. I think our orders for the year are done and the next one won't be until next spring.