Run Flat Snows?
 

I've been researching the snow tire/wheel option for the winter and have pretty much narrowed it down to the Blizzak LM-22 or the Dunlop M3. By accident, I found that they both (I think) also have a Run Flat Technology (RFT) version for about $15 more per tire. That is, if you get a puncture, they will continue to run as if they are still inflated for a limited time/miles. I know this technology has been around for a while, but it seems like an especially good idea for winter tires, since changing a flat in a snow storm would be at the bottom of my "10 funnest things to do" list! :rolleyes:

Does anyone have any direct comparison experience, or have you seen documented comparisons, with these tires and/or with the RFT versions?

Thanks for your input!!

Zoom, Zoom!

Doesn't ANYONE have head to head experience witht these tires? Or comments on the RFT versions? :o

Dunlop M3 Winter Sport
 

I ran these last winter and I will this winter too.

I was advised not to get the run flats, by a tirerack specialist, because they are stiffer. In the snow a person gets better traction if the tire molds around the snow.

It is also better to have more sidewall on the winters, that is why I dropped down to the 17s.

Very good tires. Would definitely get Dunlops again for winter rubber.

By the way I live in Minnesota (credibility sake).

I have used the Dunlop M3s for two horrible snow seasons. THey plowed through the snow with ease. I was going where trucks couldn't get through. I would highly recommend them.

I am running on the stock 18" rims.