I have used this brand of tire for about 10 years and in the past have loved these tires. I live in upstate ny in the Adirondack mountains. Two of these tires have to already be replaced, they are leaking where the studs are. I have never had this problem before. I was also surprised how thin these tires are now.
Would you buy again?No
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
1
Wet
1
Winter
1
Comfort
1
Noise
1
Treadwear
1
Faustino
4.5
Audi Allroad Quattro 2003 2.7T
Verified Customer
Dec 30, 2022
Good tires
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires15k - 19k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
4
Winter
5
Comfort
5
Noise
4
Treadwear
4
Vivian
4.5
Subaru XV Crosstrek 2014 Limited A/T
Verified Customer
Oct 10, 2022
Bestestest tires!
I run my tires all year and just have them rotated. These tires have lasted so much longer than even Nokian. I will run these forever and they kick ass in the Vermont winters!
Just a touch noisy on dry roads. Handle beautifully!
Great price and service from Simple Tire all 3 times.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
5
Vivian
4.5
Subaru XV Crosstrek 2014 Limited A/T
Verified Customer
Oct 10, 2022
Bestestest tires!
I run my tires all year and just have them rotated. These tires have lasted so much longer than even Nokian. I will run these forever and they kick ass in the Vermont winters!
Just a touch noisy on dry roads. Handle beautifully!
Great price and service from Simple Tire all 3 times.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
5
Josue
4.5
Acura CL 2003 Type-S
Verified Customer
May 19, 2022
Amazing tires for the snow. I have a 2003 Acura CL type S and it has tons of torque going to the front wheels. So these helped me PLENTY during snow and rain and even dirt. And they look amazing! I did not stud them since they definitely do no need them.
The Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2(W429) is a winter tire that is designed for use on coupes, sedans, CUVs, and SUVs and offers drivers great control, comfort, and traction on ice, slush, and snow, better durability, and longer service life.
Features & Benefits
Winter tread; should not be used when temperatures are consistently above 45 degrees Fahrenheit
Black sidewall
Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certified for use in moderate to severe winter weather conditions
Can be pinned with TSMI #11 studs, where permitted, for extra traction in severe ice, slush, and snow.
A wide center block improves traction and performance on ice and snow.
Winter weather often brings ice, slush, snow, and lower temperatures with it, which can make it difficult for tires to grip the road. Fortunately, winter tires are designed to combat these elements, and that's exactly what Hankook's Winter iPike RS2 (W429) does for drivers of coupes, sedans, CUVs, and SUVs. The step-down design improves side snow grip by increasing friction surface and edge in deep snow roads, while the claw edges on both sides of the tread provide superior grip performance on snow. Winter iPike RS2 (W429) features an optimized ice slit design technology for great ice traction and an Ultra High Tensile Steel belt for puncture resistance as well as better handling and cornering performance at high speeds. In addition, the Winter i*Pike RS2 (W429)'s high flexible bead rubber reduces vibrations for a comfortable drive.
Have a question about Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 (W429)
The Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 (W429) is a winter tire that can be a great fit for coupes, sedans, CUVs, and SUVs.
Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 (W429) tires can be made in any of the units in South Korea, the People's Republic of China, Hungary, Indonesia, and the United States. However, some Hankook tires are manufactured in other parts of the world.
Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 (W429) tires are made by Hankook Tire & Technology, the largest tire manufacturer in South Korea that was established in 1941.
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 (W429) is a good tire if you're looking for a solid winter tire that offers excellent traction and solid steering performance in wet and snowy weather along with a longer tread life.
Yes, Hankook Winter iPike RS2 (W429) tires come with an Ultra High Tensile steel belt that delivers puncture resistance and durability for longer tread life thus making the Hankook Winter iPike RS2 (W429) a great choice.
Yes, Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 (W429) tires have claw edges and 3D sipe technology that is designed to increase traction, grip, and handling capabilities. Plus, the zigzag winter grooves drain snow and water from the tire to reduce the risk of hydroplaning.
No, Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 (W429) tires do not have any warranty. However, every Hankook product comes with a Limited Warranty for 6 years from the date of purchase and 6 years from the date of manufacture, with other conditions applicable.
Yes, Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 (W429) tire features 3D winter sipes along with water pipe kerf and Aqua Pine rubber compound that drains water and provides an increased grip that offers traction and flotation resulting in evenly distributed ground pressure for excellent traction.