Snow Socks EXPOSED! Do These Things Really Work? These Are the Surprising Results!

Experience the confidence of driving in snow and ice with snow socks on your vehicle's tires. Check out the choices below:
K&K Snow Socks: amzn.to/4a04Q7I
Autosock Snow Socks: amzn.to/3Vm8vcf
ISSE Textile Snow Chains: amzn.to/49yl5ZY
Goodyear Textile Snow Chains: amzn.to/49Pjxuq
( www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content, from news to videos and our podcasts! How well do snow socks actually work in winter conditions? These traction aids are billed as easy-to-use and easier to store than snow chains, but can they actually accelerate, stop and hold up as well as traditional chains or other devices (or just the tires on their own)? We test several contenders including Goodyear, ISSE, Autosock and K&K snow socks to find out. (This video is brought to you by K&K, and while it is sponsored, the company did not dictate any of our testing methodology or influence the results).
( / tflcar ) Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!
Watch more videos from TFL Studios:
The Fast Lane Truck ( / tfltruck )
The Fast Lane Car ( / tflcar )
TFLoffroad ( / tfloffroad )
TFLbike ( / tflbike )
TFLnow ( / tflnow )
TFLclassics ( / tflclassics )
TFLtalk ( / tfltalk )
TFL Podcasts:
TFL Talkin' Cars Podcast ( redcircle.com/shows/tfltalk-c... )
TFL Talkin' Trucks Podcast ( redcircle.com/shows/tfl-talki... )
#snow #winter #test
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
0:35 Tires Only with No Traction Aids (Control Test)
3:21 Goodyear Textile Snow Chains
7:16 ISSE Textile Snow Chains
10:13 Autosock Snow Socks
13:20 K&K Snow Socks

[@TFLcar]

Experience the confidence of driving in snow and ice with snow socks on your vehicle's tires. Check out the choices below: K&K Snow Socks: amzn.to/4a04Q7I Autosock Snow Socks: amzn.to/3Vm8vcf ISSE Textile Snow Chains: amzn.to/49yl5ZY Goodyear Textile Snow Chains: amzn.to/49Pjxuq

[@travisminneapolis]

They call them "snow socks" not "ice socks" for a reason. If you are getting paid by a product included in your testing, then all testing should have been a DOUBLE BLIND test where the driver doesn't know which one they are testing. Also, snow socks need to be on ALL the drive wheels not just one

[@StardustADV]

I think the good year doing worse then just tires was the true highlight of the video 😂 That was a funny result. Love the last two performers, definitely shows you get what you pay for since the most expensive two performed the best.

[@OldThomMerton]

I've watched these TFL videos over the last few years and have recommended them for folks with older tires or FWD. Tires type and brand make a huge difference on snow and ice. I live in the Mountain West and can see snow from September through March (the last 5" that we got over the weekend is finally melting off.) - There were Uniroyal TigerPaws on my Toyota when I bought it five years back. Two years ago I replaced those with Cooper Discoverer SVX after I cut a tire on a pothole (wanting to by Nokian All-Weathers, but no, they were half-again more expensive). Compared to the Uniroyals, the Coopers have been amazing on ice and pretty good in snow. I was pleasantly surprised as I have never really liked Coopers. Thanx, guys.

[@garysarratt1]

I was about to ask you about other specs of the Cooper, but I should just look it up. Thanks for sharing!

[@garysarratt1]

Now I only see SRX, I assume SVX is a typo?

[@garysarratt1]

Update: they don’t have my size🤷🏼‍♂️ Thanks anyway!

[@chingwodapigu]

Next test, you should Have K&K front and rear, and then compare to studless winter & studded winters on ice vs. Wildpeak 3W

[@rogerbull4607]

Hi Guys, Great Video. I think you should have done a control run with just tyres again at the end to see if conditions changed etc. Also would love to have seen the Michelin Easy Grips in this test. Not a snow sock, but awsome, probably better that chains in most conditions.

[@markmonroe7330]

Excellent presentation. Thank you. There is a lot of value to these types of videos so keep them coming.

[@lehighstar474]

Never knew there was such a thing like tire socks.....thank you for the video....

[@ronparman]

I wondered that since this is a All Wheel Drive , would it help to add on rear as well

[@dougpendleton1266]

Good job guys!

[@dexaminer6047]

You have to do all four wheels.

[@rockymountboy]

"Popular to contrary belief...". Don't run for President! 🙂 But seriously - great comparison. Thank you! P.S. The new music is cool too!

[@feed_defend_evolve]

lol I was wondering if anyone else caught that

[@architypeone8646]

I have Falken AT3w's on my 3rd gen 4Runner and they are excellent tires in the snow and rain.

[@geezerpleasers_OG]

I had snow socks on my Jeep Renegade when I pulled a Bronco Sport up a short hill and out of trouble. Pretty sure he went home and ordered a set. (PS: I put them on all 4 tires). As for durability, several makers have different levels of thickness and tougher materials for greater durability. Some are rated to be able to be used on alternating snowy and dry surfaces. Of course, they're more expensive. I've never had durability issues with mine.

[@admranger]

Great video. Next time, take the first sock (or in this case, the second one since the first was destroyed) and repeat the braking and acceleration tests at the end to show any changes in conditions. FWIW, I bought a set of the K&K snow socks for my new Jeep GC. Road trip through the rockies in April so these are a "just in case" type thing, but good to know that they are the best. Thanks again for doing the testing!

[@MrM3drvr]

@TLFcar just so you know, speaking from experience, the fastest way to stop is not to let the ABS do its work. While it does allow you to keep the vehicle pointing straight and under control, it actually increases your stopping distance by a fair bit. What I learned in BMW Winter Driving school is when you feel the ABS kick in, you should let off the brake ever so slightly to the point that is right before ABS kicking on. This will help decrease your stopping distance. Give it a try. You will actually FEEL the difference in stopping speed. I have put this into practice a fair bit now driving in Canada and it definitely decreases stopping distance and you feel the difference in stopping speed.

[@garysarratt1]

Thanks!

[@BrandonBaecker]

Yes but then it wouldn't have been a controlled experiment because he would have been braking differently every time. This was the best way to keep the variables as close as possible.

[@jcf6597]

Great video, I really like these testing videos, it would be great if you did more of them with other products, maybe 12volt air compressors, and other products that off roaders use.

[@MrCh1cken]

I would have liked to have seen them on all four tires. Such as the K&K up front and Autosock in the back.

[@PorscheSpeedster-kz6nc]

I think the AutoSock should have got a Good rating also. You could argue Good/Very Good for K&K. Randomizing the testing may also convince the skeptics.

[@jeremyshearer3885]

You know what is funny I just saw a Bronco sport just like that a few days ago 😂

[@MavadoKen]

4:25 Oh my doge!

[@fusion1764]

When are u guys ever going to make a video with all season siped tires in the snow.

[@wodgesad]

As there was constant improvement pretty much you should have redone the tyre only test at the end incase the snow conditions had changed. Also do the performance test again after the wear test to see if it’s one and done or is indeed reusable

[@diggermolly5927]

The K&k got to go last, road was for sure warmer and had more grip than the previous runs with the other brands.

[@billredding2000]

Researching snow-socks further online, it seems even the K&K may have durability issues...so while I like the concept and they preform pretty well (impressively), I'd still have to stick with snow-chains instead, and although a quality pair of chains is pricey -- especially if you have a serious 4x4 (like my Jeep Gladiator Rubicon) and get them for all 4 tires if you want max/full-coverage -- the better-quality snow-socks are pricey also, and the chains will last indefinitely. Downside is they're HEAVY and take up more storage-space in the vehicle, and take longer to put on the tires. I'd at least get one pair of chains -- to put on the 2 front tires (in 4WD) for most situations, and probably woudl need all 4 tires chained only in the worst snow/ice conditions...but then all 4 tires chained would be as good as it was going to get traction-wise. ;-) -- BR

[@tarfeef101]

few things: - better than the last video - should have called out the canadian flag on one of them, this is not federally regulated in canada, and at least in BC they are NOT approved traction aids - should eventually test different snow (powder, medium softness, sheer ice, and ideally offroad as well) - should mention chains for legal requirements and for offroad, rocks will almost certainly chew these up (be cool for K+K to prove us wrong and sponsor an offroad test, but i ain't gonna find out the hard way myself) - should also compare with a "real" winter tire, not a 3 peak AT

[@moonshineorv7962]

Great vid, I’m going to be getting a set for the wife’s car, can you do socks vs chains?

[@lidolf8168]

Snow socks are great in the snow of varying degrees. Especially deep snow. But Chains are what you want for ice, socks don't do that great on ice from what I know. Socks are easier and more convenient and usually cheaper as well vs chains. And chains are standard for heavy duty vehicles thought, probably not a concern for you but Chains are better for heavy duty/medium duty trucks.

[@larshamilton40]

make them "snow socks' out of hemp, and they'd last a whole lot longer...

[@nathanielmoore87]

I thought ISSE was pronounced like "icy". Anyway, I've had the K&Ks on my wish list for awhile, but it would be nice to see your test confirmed by others who weren't sponsored in any way.

[@Queensizemusic]

Ha! “Snow on snow action.” 😂

[@toddhoffmaster6057]

Great test of the socks. It was really nice to see that the K & K were Colorado approved, as well. The stopping distance was amazing when compared to no socks and/or the Goodyear socks.

[@Redhawk24]

Wish you would test real winter tires like Blizzaks or Hakkas.

[@NatesHomeTours]

Agreed, I run the blizzaks and I love them.

[@avlisk]

Blizzaks changed my life. I couldn't get up my driveway in the winter with my Transit Connect on all seasons. With the Blizzaks, no problem. I wonder if there is any snow tire any better. A test would be great. @@NatesHomeTours

[@itsmountainwithanm]

We call those calving gloves lol so when u stretched out your arm I had a chuckle 🤣

[@TommyKinsey1972]

are those the A/T3s or AT Trails?

[@jediguy634]

3W's

[@thomasloftus1950]

for Roman/Tommy…… im 10 to 12 years (when i might be ready to sell).. any potential interest in: 1999 Celica convertible 5-speed? Low-mileage; pristine; metallic yellow with white seats. Im 2nd owner

[@shitloveaduck]

We have seen these too much. I do appreciate there are 3 brands and they are easier to use than chains, but I see someone getting them on & driving the speed limit as if they are miraculously safe,, 😂😂

[@grabir01]

Compare to Steel Studded Snow tires?

[@BrandonBaecker]

Now do the test again just airing down the tires. They're all around 25 MPH max speed anyway.

[@JarmelSingsKaraoke]

👏👏👏

[@robervin9107]

Outstanding job brothers y’all are crushing it but definitely don’t buy them.

[@elliottlee1050]

Sierra's have had true ❄️all winter. On ur many trips to the Best state, might wanna go there. Bc anyone can see the massive passive patches of brown mud/dirt on the melting "snowpack". Hence why the k&k ones are tougher, they're meant for near pavement driving 😂. But cute vid

[@Nathans_Margarita_Salt]

That is 1 goofy looking Bronco Sport.. the fact those things cost over 40k is just straight hilarious

[@bavarianbanshee]

We have them as fleet vehicles at work. They feel like an Escape that's harder to see out of. Lmao

[@off-roadingexplained8417]

Here's one big difference about snow socks that people might not be considering I have upgraded tires on my Jeep ... They just barely fit ... If I put on chains I'm going to be in trouble... I'm going to break something.... Because of that snow socks are really ideal.

[@garysarratt1]

“Let’s find out!”

[@1FiftyOverland]

Isse=icy.

[@cruzmalibu4361]

16:01 “popular to contrary belief” 😳

[@KLsuperspeed]

This was a big miss. The best comparison would have been all season tires. I don’t think someone running all terrains, especially a 3 peak tire is going to use these socks. No someone who lives in an area with consistent snow. Now someone who only sees snow a few times a year and can live with all seasons 99% of the time, these COULD make sense

[@lego4virgo]

They gotta test where they are--and they're in Colorado, which sees more snow than most of us. But yeah--someone like me who lives in the Mid-Atlantic/DMV area? I could use these to get myself out of a sore spot. I do--though--want to get those WildPeaks on my '20 Escape. Right now, I run Continental ProContacts.

[@michaelsprinzeles4022]

Snow socks are an awesome help IF you need them. They aren't meant for driving at speed or on any surface other than ice or snow. Socks are meant to be used like a jump starter, you use them to get moving but you don't use them while driving normally. They are very limited use so you'll wear through them in one use and they'll be useless garbage before the trip is done if you drive normally on them. The socks are also meant to be worn on "the drive wheels" & you seem to have left half of your 4WD naked, as if you were driving a FWD. If you really need to drive in snow GET DEDICATED SNOW TIRES!

[@Cloud30000]

In 4WD, most of the weight is on the front; with only one set of socks, it makes sense to put them on the wheels with the most weight.

[@michaelsprinzeles4022]

@@Cloud30000 If you must choose which drive wheels to sock I concede to your logic. I would not make that choice. If I didn't want tires appropriate to the conditions I'd at least buy 4 socks. If you watched the vid the back was sliding more than it would have if equipped with socks (in addition to the front socks). I'm not sure if that vehicle is front or rear wheel biased but that factors in too, in a half socked scenario.

[@lego4virgo]

@@michaelsprinzeles4022 Should be front-wheel biased--same platform as an Escape.

[@SirNecro]

So if you're doing a brake test you actually have to step on that big peddle to the left of the accelerator. When you're showing footage of the wheel speed it's easy to tell you're just not trying to stop. Do better!

[@us1fedvet]

No thanks

[@jpmiller99]

They've done this sponsored video last year, I believe Gotta pay the bills

[@fritty9927]

So the Goodyear sock is worse than nothing(by miles). At 25 mph you should be at least 16 car lengths away to avoid rear ender. What a joke.

[@sswwooppee]

I would have liked to see how they did compared to a good pair of AT tires with a three peak rating as a baseline. If skins work for skis to allow people to ski uphill, I don’t see why this product wouldn’t work as long as they don’t fall apart.

[@ShockAndAwe417]

The baseline they used in the video is a 3 peak rated AT tire…

[@spencerali1659]

Did you miss the whole first part of the test?? AT3W is a good 3 peak AT tire

[@1FiftyOverland]

Being sponsored by k&k, the video loses all credibility for me.

[@cvue009]

It was the same when they were sponsored by Nissan, they put that ad before every video.... Literally everyone know nissan brand sucks and lose value

[@pablojose4890]

Don't bite the hand that feeds you though the K&K performed much better. Sponsorship not revealed until 14:27 into the video

[@greggandscotia]

Buddy they tell you upfront it is sponsored so don't lose your sh*t

[@1FiftyOverland]

@@greggandscotia incorrect. They do not. And no shit lost over here.

[@fritty9927]

Kinda hard to fake this stuff, unless you think they just flat out lied about numbers. Math don’t lie.

[@johnmoretto6063]

TFL is selling out, how can you “test” different products objectively when one of the manufacturers is paying them? Between this and associating with the law firm, not a happy viewer.

[@fritty9927]

Don’t watch. It’s simple math and it don’t lie no matter who sponsor is.

[@ZIGZAGBureauofInvestigation]

TEST Snow Socks vs Romans over sized🩲 UnderPants