While I liked the stickiness of the Michelins in the dry, they were> just acceptable but not very impressive on slick roads, and I can't> help thinking that there are better tread patterns for the wet than the> Michs' 4 straight grooves.>

Thanks for any advice,> EC>

The 1.8T GTI I bought with 26k miles now has 48k miles, and its>Michelin Pilot MXM4s are on their last legs, and I am seeking advice on>a replacement. The car and I live in the Denver area, but we don't>make forays into the high mountains during the winter. Priorities are>(in order) (1) dry performance and low noise, and (2) anti-hydroplaning>a­nd wet and snow traction.>

While I liked the stickiness of the Michelins in the dry, they were>just acceptable but not very impressive on slick roads, and I can't>help thinking that there are better tread patterns for the wet than the>Michs' 4 straight grooves.>

Thanks for any advice,>EC

Since I live in Denver also I can appreciate your concerns. What I> think you are saying is that you want a quiet tire that is good year> round in all the elements. I would recomend finding a tire that has> the straight channels going around it, they help move the water out.> For quiet you should have the shoulder blocks be close to each other.> As far as the rest go, try to have the blocks in the center be more> open. If you really want better snow performance have them siped it> will really make a big differance. So now all you have to do is just> find that tire. Good Luck>