Last year was my first year with winter tires. I went with unstudded Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2's.
I was a little skeptical about winter tires in general, but after using them...I'm a huge convert. I had no problems at all going where I needed, when I needed last year. Coupled with conscientious driving, winter tires can make a massive difference in one's comfort in driving in winter.
Most of the arguement that I see when it comes to Calgary specific is "studded" vs. "unstudded". I didn't find it a problem without studs last year...but I don't have any experience with studs to compare it to.
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