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When the roads turn slick, the ISSE Classic Snow Socks give you steady grip that feels natural and predictable. The tightly woven polyolefin fabric grabs onto snow and ice, creating friction that restores traction across the full surface of your tires. Instead of digging in like chains, these socks pull away the thin layer of water that causes your tires to slip, letting you drive smoothly and safely on snow-packed or icy streets.
If you’ve ever used metal chains, you know the rattle and harsh vibration that comes with them. These snow socks solve that problem completely. The low-profile design produces no noise or vibration, so the ride stays quiet and smooth even on icy pavement. They deliver the grip you need without shaking your steering wheel or making your car feel rough on the road.
Cold metal chains can scratch or chip wheels, but the soft polyolefin fabric of the ISSE Classic won’t damage your rims or finish. The elastic edges keep the socks centered and snug, so they stay put without rubbing or slipping. It’s a simple, smart way to improve traction without worrying about your wheels taking a beating.
Many newer vehicles have very little space between the tire and wheel well. That’s where these snow socks shine. They’re SAE Class S compatible, which means they fit where standard chains can’t. The lightweight build and stretchable fabric make them easy to slip on and off even in tight spaces, giving you traction in places other traction devices simply won’t fit.
Each pair is built from tough, long-lasting polyolefin that stands up to repeated use on ice and snow. They’re machine washable, so you can clean them and keep them ready for the next storm. With a maximum speed rating of 30 mph and compliance with Department of Transportation requirements in all states, these snow socks are made to perform when winter weather hits.
These chains fit the following tire sizes:
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Speaker 1: Today we're going to be taking a look at the ISSE Hybrid Snow Socks. These snow socks are ideal for low clearance applications, particularly with sports cars where you don't want to put chains on, and risk any damage to your vehicle. They're SAE Class S rated. As you can see, they hug the tire nicely, and add almost no width to the tire, to contact anywhere in your wheel well. The durable fabric grips snow and ice, providing that extra traction you need on those snowy days. They're good for occasional use, particularly in areas where you're required by law to have changed on your vehicle.
They meet Department of Transportation specifications, so they'll suit your needs there. They're machine washable, so they can be easily stored, and cleaned, kept in your vehicle.While these do provide traction in snow and ice, for frequent heavy snow, you are going to want to look at a more aggressive option, such as a square link, or V-bar type chain. Compared to other snow tire chains, this provides the smoothest, and quietest ride, while still providing traction. Since the diameter of your tire changes minimally, and it's smooth all the way around, your ABS and Traction Control Systems still function properly. Whereas other tire chains may cause inconsistent wheel speed sensor readings, and can cause your ABS and Traction Control Systems to function improperly.
These snow socks come in a variety of sizes, fitting as small as a 13" rim, up to a 22" rim. The elastic band keeps it centered on the tire while you're going down the road. They have a 30 mile-per-hour maximum speed rating, and come in a quantity of two.Let's show you how to get it installed now. We want to check it over, make sure that there is no damage to the sock, and slide it right on over. Now that you've got it mostly installed, we'll need to pull the vehicle forward or backward, so we can finish getting the rest on.
Just get it centered over the tread. Now that you've got it on all the way, pulled forward a few feet. Make sure that it's staying centered. If necessary, readjust anything that is coming off. Now that you've double checked it, and everything is centered, we're ready to hit the road.
That completes our look at the ISSE Hybrid Snow Socks.
Ratings & Reviews
I have not tried them yet but anxious to do it. The fabric is nice and heavy and they do not take up much space to store them in the trunk. Also, fast delivery!
Keeping these in my trunk for emergencies - good insurance policy.
Needed snow traction in a hurry, and etrailer came through for us.
Five star is for the service I received and the fact that the product arrived in a timely manner and fit as advertised. I tried them on the car and they were a piece of cake to install.
Shipping arrived exactly when predicted.
I have not used the product yet, but they look exactly as represented on the website. Small enough to keep in the trunk storage compartment through the winter. Etrailer had them shipped and delivered within 3 days. Always great service!
I ordered these just to have on hand as we prepare for a winter trip to the southwest. I can't really testify as to how they work because I have yet to use them but etrailer is once again a pleasure to work with.
This review is for the basic ordering of the product. We haven't needed to use the snow socks yet so can't comment on the product. We were able to order and receive the items with ease and in a timely fashion. We received what we ordered. YAY
Great customer service and answered my questions within 5 minutes and then clarified further questions quickly. I was unaware of this product and it saved me having to get snow tires for a one time trip
First, these are for a trip in January, so I have not used them yet, but what I can say at this point is that I'm very happy to have found something that will work on my Forester which has no clearance for chains or most cables. The Forester is great for snow, but nothing is great on black ice, so these will provide some added safety if needed. Etrailer's excellent online guidance led me to these. Thank you.
Snow socks arrived in great condition. Actually hoping I don't have to use them, but nice to know I've got them in the event of a "snow or ice weather event"! Great service, product, and shipping.
While I have not yet utilized the tire socks, the biggest reason to have them is simply to be compliant with the law where chains must be carried. For that purpose the product is perfect! Super light weight and far less of a hassle than dealing with steel cables or chains.
Wow. I was hoping these would work as reviewed and they did! Living on a hill, these socks saved me from sliding all the way home. My tires lost traction on a snowy hill; I pulled over and relatively quickly (and easily!) slipped the snow covers over my tires. Once on, I completed my drive down the snow covered road in control. My husband's going to get a pair (he was impressed how well they worked) and I plan to get these for my adult children. Well worth the cost and peace of mind knowing I have these in my car.
I would like to say great but I have not needed them. Ran into snow several times last yr but my XC90 just plowed thru without a problem. I have a friend who used them last yr - took about 5 min to put them on and we had good traction in icy hardpack. I still keep them in the car just in case. Would not be without them.
I haven't had a chance to use the product, but I did test the fit and they certainly install easy enough. I occasionally have to drive from the coast over the mountains to into the valley and during the winter we are required by law to carry chains or something similar on 2-wheel drive vehicles...and the storms can come seemingly out of nowhere in the high elevations...so now I am prepared. The construction of these is very good.
Not to mention, the customer service from etrailer was very good. Initially there was a slight problem with the delivery date, but they managed to rectify that without any problems. Thank you.
Does not fit over the tire even though our tire size is listed.
Purchased for the safety of traveling through mountains out west. Have to have it in slippery conditions or state patrol won’t let you proceed. Light to pack, easy stowage, relatively easy to install, but unlike chains is tough fabric. Unsure how effective they work as we did not have need to use. More of insurance to have than not.
Not impressed with this product at all. If you are driving on snow, meaning absolutely no pavement or rough surface, they may be useful... but a short distance after the chain requirement point mine were shredded and all but useless.
Watch the sizing folks. The web site said to get size 74 for our 225/60/18 tires but when they arrived, the size chart on the package said size 70 was needed. I hope this was fixed on the web site. etrailer was very good about understanding the problem and returning the original package, sending me a pre-paid return label for the UPS guy. I ordered the new ones after they received the originals and credited my account. Easily a five star rating if it were not for the step of returning and reordering.
We bought tire socks for our Subaru because the owners manual says NOT to use chains. But, when snowing in the mountains of Oregon, chains are sometimes required. We'll probably be fine without, being all wheel drive, but the police don't think so. There are hefty fines for driving without at least having chains in your possession.
Terrible decision to get these. They were supposed to fit on my tires (based on the specs). When I needed them in a bad snowstorm, I could not go more than 20 MPH. They would slide off one side or the other. I was blocking traffic trying to get them to stay on. Had to nurse the car without these or chains to an auto shop and buy a set of cables that fit. Had to go over the I-80 Donner Summit from Truckee and would not have made it with these "snow socks". I would be happy to sell these once used socks for half of what I paid for them.
Living in Arizona we don't have a lot of use for these when we do need them it is critical that they can go on easily and work. This is one of the few places I could send my tire size and have the unit match pacifically for my tires which gives me peace of mind knowing that when I do have to use them they will fit.
Really great price and fast delivery.
I live in Dallas, TX so we don’t get snow but ice and sleet and available a couple times a year. I put these on my Subaru Outback and was able to drive around the local neighborhood streets that were iced over. Stopping went well a and starting did not have any wheel spin.
These things are great. So easy to put on & take off, gave me great traction going up & down steep snowy hill with small car & ordinary tires.
Took over a year for a sufficiently snowy day to come, but these tire socks were quite straightforward to install. Didn't notice excessive slipping around while driving.
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