 Poster: A snowHead
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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I checked the link and it says that "AutoSock snow socks are a great, easy to use alternative to snow chains and winter tyres" - what rubbish. Whilst they may help a bit driving on snow they are not as good as proper chains, and if you use them on tarmac you'll rip them to shreds. They cannot be classed as an alternative to winter tyres. Vauxhall should be ashamed of themselves, and advertising standards should have a word with them - advice like this could kill someone 
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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I checked the link and it says that "AutoSock snow socks are a great, easy to use alternative to snow chains and winter tyres" - what rubbish. Whilst they may help a bit driving on snow they are not as good as proper chains, and if you use them on tarmac you'll rip them to shreds. They cannot be classed as an alternative to winter tyres. Vauxhall should be ashamed of themselves, and advertising standards should have a word with them - advice like this could kill someone
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Have you actually used them? based on our experience of snow socks getting us through some serious snow, I doubt it. We pulled over to fit them in France, next to some guy that had already stopped and was holding up one of his chains as we stopped, we were fully fitted and drove away before he had even one chain on. we have done some miles on tarmac and they are still in one piece.
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I checked the link and it says that "AutoSock snow socks are a great, easy to use alternative to snow chains and winter tyres" - what rubbish. Whilst they may help a bit driving on snow they are not as good as proper chains, and if you use them on tarmac you'll rip them to shreds. They cannot be classed as an alternative to winter tyres. Vauxhall should be ashamed of themselves, and advertising standards should have a word with them - advice like this could kill someone
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Have you actually used them? based on our experience of snow socks getting us through some serious snow, I doubt it. We pulled over to fit them in France, next to some guy that had already stopped and was holding up one of his chains as we stopped, we were fully fitted and drove away before he had even one chain on. we have done some miles on tarmac and they are still in one piece. |
No, I haven't used them. There is no way they can be a replacement for winter tyres, which has to be your first priority. I accept that they may have a use instead of chains, and may be easier to fit, but I doubt if they are as durable or as good on packed ice. My main gripe though, is the statement that they can replace winter tyres.
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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Never let that get in the way of an opinion though eh, Chippy.....
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Timbobaggins, There's no such thing as a free snowsock
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tGuvnor,I haven't done lots of things that I feel entitled to have an opinion on. If my words might stop someone killing themselves by assuming that snowsocks are equivalent to winter tyres but cheaper and acts accordingly then my post was worthwhile. Some people clearly want to start an argument in a telephone booth - I prefer to say something helpful and factual.
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if people who had not worn helmets, or not listened to music whilst skiing, or not had lessons with the ESF, etc etc etc refrained from posting on the relevant threads, it'd be jolly quiet round here.
It absolutely HAS to be the case that a pair of snowsocks in the boot is better than nowt - and particularly for the vast majority of UK motorists were are just never going to fit winter tyres.
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welshskier, What it actually states is :-
AutoSock snow socks are a great, easy to use alternative to snow chains and winter tyres. Just slip the textile ‘socks’ over your wheels to give you some grip in wet snow or icy conditions
It then goes on to say :-
You should use your snow socks to avoid getting stuck on slippery roads. Follow these tips and your snow socks can last for several winters:
Drive slowly in your AutoSock snow socks, up to 30mph at the maximum.
Drive only on wet snow and ice. Don't drive on tarmac or grit as these surfaces will tear and damage the fibres of the sock material.
Remember snow socks are not a legal substitute in countries where snow chains are a legal requirement.
Break gently to minimise damage to your snow socks.
Nowhere does it say anything about them being a suitable alternative to winter tyres or chains. So pipe down, Chippy....[/i]
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snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
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I wouldn't trust them if they can't spell "brake" properly in their promotional material...
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And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
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bobmcstuff, 
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Urm, do we need snow chains and or socks when driving to the Alps and should i buy snow tyres and do i need a helmet, are my boots too big and what length skis do i need, i am 8 foot six by the way 
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You know it makes sense.
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welshskier, What it actually states is :-
AutoSock snow socks are a great, easy to use alternative to snow chains and winter tyres. Just slip the textile ‘socks’ over your wheels to give you some grip in wet snow or icy conditions
It then goes on to say :-
You should use your snow socks to avoid getting stuck on slippery roads. Follow these tips and your snow socks can last for several winters:
Drive slowly in your AutoSock snow socks, up to 30mph at the maximum.
Drive only on wet snow and ice. Don't drive on tarmac or grit as these surfaces will tear and damage the fibres of the sock material.
Remember snow socks are not a legal substitute in countries where snow chains are a legal requirement.
Break gently to minimise damage to your snow socks.
Nowhere does it say anything about them being a suitable alternative to winter tyres or chains. So pipe down, Chippy....[/i] |
And let that be and end to it.
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Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
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Poster: A snowHead
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I probably need help but, when I see someone creeping along with their snow socks on, I actually feel like giving them a good slap. There's just something, I dunno, pathetic about it but the required solution is beyond tea and biscuits and a chat. I can't help it. Anyone else?
Other devices that bring on same symptoms... ski carrying devices, dayglo neoprene boot warmers, bum bags (thankfully almost extinct), fluffy ear muffs and animal-themed helmet covers.
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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Bode Swiller,
What is wrong with my dayglo fluffy cow shaped bum bag then
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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Timbobaggins, hey no, they're ok.
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Bode Swiller,
Phew, wont put it on ebay just yet then
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