All Weather Tires in Calgary
- One Set All Year
- 3PMSF Snow Rated
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Skip the spring and fall swap with a tire built for Calgary's mixed seasons
Shah Tires Offers All Weather Tires in Calgary
All weather tires in Calgary are the middle path for drivers who don't want to swap tires twice a year. A true all weather tire carries the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol, so it is tested for snow, yet it's made to be driven through July heat too. We have two all weather models on the rack at 227 41 Ave NE, the Habilead ClimateMaster 4S and the Compasal Crosstop 4S, and we can order well-known models such as the Michelin CrossClimate 2 in most sizes.
Below we explain honestly who all weather tires suit, who should stick with dedicated winter tires, and which models we'd look at first.
One of the best-known all-weather tires is the Michelin CrossClimate2. We can order the Michelin CrossClimate2 in most sizes, subject to supplier stock.
Why All Weather Tires Suit So Many Calgary Drivers
Calgary winters are not one long deep freeze. A week at -25°C is often followed by a Chinook that leaves bare, wet pavement at +10°C, then a refreeze. A dedicated winter tire wears quickly on those warm days; an all season tire is out of its depth on the cold ones. A dedicated winter tire is still best on glare ice, but not everyone needs one. An all weather tire uses a compound that stays flexible in the cold, with more siping than an all season, but firm enough not to melt away in summer.
For drivers who mostly stay in the city, park in a garage and can wait out the worst storm mornings, that's a smart trade. You skip the changeover, you don't need a second set of wheels, and you don't need space to store four extra tires.
All Weather Tires Available in NE Calgary
Our shelf stock covers two of the most common sizes on sedans and compact SUVs. For anything else, we can order most sizes from major brands; call (587) 894-3516 for availability and pricing. Before we mount any all weather tire, we show you the snowflake on the sidewall so you know exactly what you're getting.
Habilead ClimateMaster 4S AS400: Our 3PMSF Sedan Option
We stock the ClimateMaster 4S AS400 in 205/55R16, one of the most common sizes on compact and mid-size sedans. It carries the 3PMSF symbol and pairs a snow-biting tread with a compound firm enough for summer. It's a value-priced way for commuters to run one set from January to July.
Compasal Crosstop 4S: A Four-Season Option for Compact SUVs
The Crosstop 4S comes in 225/65R17, a size used on many compact SUVs and crossovers. Its tread is designed for rain, slush and snow in winter and dry pavement in summer. If you plan to rely on it through a Calgary winter, we'll confirm the sidewall markings with you before it goes on.
Michelin CrossClimate 2: The Benchmark We Can Order
Ask most tire techs to name the best all weather tires and the Michelin CrossClimate 2 comes up first. Its V-shaped tread clears slush well, it brakes strongly on wet and snowy roads, and it wears better in summer than most winter-capable tires. It costs more than our shelf options, but for highway commuters who want one set, many consider it worth it. We can order most sizes; see our Michelin tires page.
Bridgestone WeatherPeak: Quiet and Comfortable
The WeatherPeak is Bridgestone's 3PMSF all weather tire for cars, crossovers and SUVs. It leans toward a smooth, quiet ride, which suits drivers who log a lot of highway kilometres. See our Bridgestone tires page for more.
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady and Toyo Celsius II
Both are established all weather lines with the snowflake symbol. The Goodyear focuses on wet and snow braking; the Toyo Celsius II is a popular choice for crossovers and SUVs. We'll check which is offered in your size.
Hankook Kinergy 4S2 and Firestone WeatherGrip: Mid-Priced Picks
If the premium options stretch the budget, these two give you a 3PMSF all weather tire from a major brand for less. Good choices for second cars and city commuters.
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S: All Weather Grip for Pickups and SUVs
Truck owners want one set too. The Discoverer AT3 4S is an all-terrain tire that carries the 3PMSF symbol, so it handles gravel roads in summer and snow in winter. It suits half-tons and SUVs that see acreage roads or campground trails. Check load range against your placard, and see our truck tires page for LT options.
Choose the Right Tires for Your Car
All weather is not the answer for everyone. Here's how we'd decide.
All Weather vs All Season vs Winter Tires
| All season | All weather | Winter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snow rating | Usually M+S only | 3PMSF | 3PMSF |
| Glare ice | Poor | Fair to good | Best |
| Summer tread life | Longest | Good | Short |
| Changeovers needed | Yes, with winters | No | Yes |
A dedicated winter tire still beats an all weather tire on glare ice and in deep snow. If you head to Banff on the Trans-Canada every weekend or commute on Stoney Trail before the plows, that gap matters. Our article on all weather vs winter tires goes deeper.
Getting All Weather Tires Installed at Shah Tires
Every set is mounted, balanced, set to your placard pressure and torqued, and we check TPMS sensors while the wheels are off. Because all weather tires stay on all year, they do a full year of wear rather than half, so a regular tire rotation every 8,000 to 10,000 km really pays off. Measure tread each fall: below about 5/32 the tire loses much of its snow grip.
All weather tires usually cost a little more than an equivalent all season, but you save on changeovers, a second set of wheels and storage. Prices exclude GST, and the Alberta tire recycling fee applies to new tires. Call for today's price, or see cheap tires in Calgary for budget options.
Financing Available
Financing and payment plans are available, subject to approval. Ask us for current options on a set of all weather tires.
Looking for All Weather Tires in Calgary?
Your NE Calgary tire shop, open Monday to Saturday, 9 to 6.
Mon–Sat: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sun: Closed
Call with your size, or drop in and we'll show you the sidewall markings on what we have in stock.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all weather tires good for Calgary winters?
For many city drivers, yes. All weather tires with the 3PMSF symbol are tested for snow traction and stay flexible in the cold. They don't grip glare ice or deep snow quite as well as dedicated winter tires, so early highway commuters and mountain travellers may still prefer a separate winter set.
What are the best all weather tires?
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 is widely regarded as the benchmark, with the Bridgestone WeatherPeak, Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady and Toyo Celsius II close behind. For a value option, our in-stock Habilead ClimateMaster 4S carries the 3PMSF symbol. The best choice depends on your size, driving and budget.
What does 3PMSF mean?
It stands for three-peak mountain snowflake. The symbol means the tire passed a standardised traction test on packed snow and outperformed a reference tire. It's the key mark that separates an all weather tire from a regular all season, which usually carries only the M+S mark.
Can I leave all weather tires on all year?
Yes, that's what they're designed for. You skip the spring and fall changeover and don't need a second set of wheels or storage space. Rotate them regularly and check pressures monthly, because they carry a full year of wear instead of half.
Do all weather tires wear out faster?
They usually wear a little faster than an all season in summer, because the compound is softer, but much slower than a winter tire driven through summer. Since they stay on all year, expect to replace them sooner than a set that only runs half the year.
Can I use all weather tires on BC mountain highways?
Tires with the three-peak mountain snowflake meet the winter tire requirement on BC highways that require winter tires for part of the year, which matters if you drive past Banff into BC. For frequent winter trips, dedicated winter tires still give more grip on ice and in heavy snow.
What all weather sizes do you have in stock?
We currently stock the Habilead ClimateMaster 4S AS400 in 205/55R16 and the Compasal Crosstop 4S in 225/65R17. We can order most other sizes from major brands, including the Michelin CrossClimate 2. Call (587) 894-3516 with your size for availability and pricing.
Should I choose all weather or winter tires for my SUV?
It depends more on how you drive than on the vehicle. All-wheel drive helps you get moving, not stop. If you drive mostly in the city, all weather tires can work well. If you face early highway commutes, hills or mountain trips, dedicated winter tires give more grip on ice.