Just a friendly nudge

i live in buffalo, known for snow and pot holes
My cars ran hankook w409 i-pike, directionals, which were nice but had trouble "digging" out
I tried the firestone winter tires , wore out way too fast but tread was chunky and performed well
Blizzaks were pricey and performed as well the coopers , so I stuck with the coopers.

Its really a personal preference. You can't always go off what others say.