[cody]

Awesome input! I remember finding the Conti's back in March and thinking they should be perfect.

Originally Posted by cody

I'll definitely put some more research into it before choosing a tire, but this test makes them sound awesome.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests/...y.jsp?ttid=124

And it's first in it's class in reviews:

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/survey...Clar=s+Touring

Continental ExtremeContact DWS (Ultra High Performance All-Season 225/40R18 92Y)

* What We Liked: Exceptional snow traction
* What We'd Improve: We always want more of a good thing
* Winter Conclusion: This is a tire that delivers class-leading snow traction that's in a league above the other tires in this test.
* Latest Test Rank: 1st (winter)
* Previous Test Rank: 2nd (June '09)

They're a touch more than she wanted to spend, but not bad at $496/set in her size. They sound like the best All-Season choice when snow traction is important. I'd really love to hear how they feel on Carrie's STi. Please post any driving impressions, especially regarding "stability feel" if there is such a thing.

I'm going to take a closer look at the Kooks for my car, Dean. Thanks.