Studded Tyre
Triangle IcelynX TI501
Low-mileage second cars, runabouts, and urban commuters with tight budgets driving modest daily speeds.
4 tyres delivered from295 €Free delivery: Svenska Gummihuset
Triangle IcelynX TI501 vs Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2
Extreme budget contender meets proven value: Does the 320 € Triangle TI501 save real money, or does the 485 € Hankook offer a vital safety margin?
Verdict:
Triangle TI501 delivers massive savings: leaving 165 € extra in your pocket makes sense for secondary vehicles or short urban hops. However, Hankook i*Pike RS2 stops nearly 3 meters shorter on ice and delivers vastly superior wet tarmac safety. For family highway use, Hankook's safety margin easily justifies the cost.
Physical Test Benchmarks on Ice
Emergency braking from 50 km/h on smooth ice. Data: Nordic winter test averages.
Triangle IcelynX TI50132.5 m
Hankook Winter i*Pike RS229.8 m
Braking difference: 2.7 m (Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 stops shorter)+2.7 m
Triangle cabin noise72 dBAudible studs
Hankook cabin noise70 dBAudible studs
Direct Performance & Cost Matrix
| Feature | Triangle IcelynX TI501 | Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Braking distance on smooth ice (50 → 0 km/h) | Approx. 32.5 m (Satisfactory stud grip, noticeably longer stop) | Approx. 29.8 m (Hankook stops 2.7 m earlier, half a car length) |
| Wet tarmac braking & aquaplaning | Typical budget weakness: significantly extended wet tarmac stopping | European tier-two performance, predictable wet tarmac braking |
| Cabin noise & ride harshness | 72 dB, coarse stud roar at motorway speeds | 70 dB, noticeably smoother ride and controlled acoustics |
| Set price 4 tyres delivered (205/55 R16) | Approx. 320 € (Save a huge 165 € per complete set!) | Approx. 485 € |
Studded Tyre
Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2
Primary family cars and highway commuters where stopping distance and emergency evasive stability prevent accidents.
4 tyres delivered from485 €Free delivery: Rengas-Online.com
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