Thorn, "slippery slope" I love the pun whether or not it was intended it sure made me laugh in more than one way...

I'd love to see photos of your set up and while I've heard others comment on studded tires I can't imagine what they might look like.

Shannon, reference to Buckeye's sounds like you are commenting on a football rivalry, not a fan or a follower but understand some of the terminology....I might better watch myself for saying I don't care for sports, someone might think I am un-American or something...can't help it, they just don't interest me...