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Originally Posted by Fat Charlie
How much tread do you need to feel safe? In a New England winter it's nice to have a lot, but in general you don't need much. Any tread at all is usually enough.
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It's not about
feeling safe - it's about
being safe. The less tread that is left on a tire, the less effective it is if you need to stop quickly. On a dry road you can even get away with having bald tires, but it's not recommended. On a wet road it may be the difference between a collision and avoiding one. Having those tread wear indicators and that there are laws in all states regarding tread minimums are not merely suggestions.
I don't but cheap tires that don't perform well. It's not worth the extra risk. As the saying goes, the only thing between you and the road are your tires.