I've decided on Blizzaks but I'm not sure how much better 17" wheels would preform in the Wisconsin winter. So... what do you guys recommend?

Do 17s ride / grip better and still look ok or should I stick with 18s and trust the Blizzaks to work either way?

Thanks!

 

17's will give you a taller sidewall. You'll have a little bit better ride with it and possibly more traction. Usually the taller the sidewall, the softer it is. A soft sidewall aids traction in slipper conditions.

Go with a 17x7.5 or something. Narrower is better as well as it cuts through the snow easier.

 

I went to 17's for my winter tires . Going on my 3rd Colorado winter with them never had a problem . I have Hankook iPikes myself .

 

I just bought a set of Blizzaks 215/55/17 for my winter steels. Like it has been already stated more sidewall and narrower is better for winters in the snow. I haven't driven a rear driver in the winter for a long time so it should be interesting....