Bottari Tyre Snow Socks – R14 Tyres, 145 Tyre Width, 80 Tyre Profile

Bottari GripSock Evolution Anti-Skid Traction Device
The GripSock Evolution Snow socks are super-strong textile socks which you slip over the drive wheels to provide the grip you need on ice and snow. They’re reusable, easy to fit, take up minimal storage space, and are perfect for our sporadic winter conditions. The GripSock Evolution is tailored for situations where the duration of icy & snowy roads is normally short and does not justify special tyres or snow chains.

Each GripSock Evolution Snow Sock contains 3 polyurethane mesh sections that give more traction and grip on snow and Ice. The Evolution Snow Sock has full TUV automotive and the Austrian ONORM V5121 certification.

The GripSock Evolution big advantage is that they are extremely quick and simple to fit. Fitting is easy since there is nothing to adjust – they automatically self centre as you drive. There is nothing to chafe around the back of the tyre making them also ideal for cars with limited clearances around the wheel. Since there is no metal chain in contact with the road, the GripSock Evolution is totally smooth running with absolutely no vibrations or noise being apparent.

How the GripSock Evolution works:
Very simply Snow and Ice sticks to fabric. The GripSock Evolution technical fabric is woven and designed to ensure maximum grip on Snow and Ice.

Each set contains:
• One pair of GripSock Evolution Socks in a reusable storage bag.
• A pair of plastic gloves to protect your hands when fitting from wet & dirt.
• A plastic sheet to protect clothing wheel kneeling.

Fitting Instructions
To Fit:
Fitting the GripSock Evolution Snow Sock is very easy:
1. Stop the vehicle and apply the handbrake. Fit Snow Sock to the driving/ drive wheels of the car, starting at the top of the tyre and working downwards. Simply slip the elasticated edge over the wheel.
2. Move the vehicle approximately 1 metre (move back if the surface prevents forward movement).
3. Put the remainder of each Sock in to position.
4. The Evolution GripSock will automatically self-centre when you start driving. There is only one possible way to fit the Snow Sock and no practice is required.

There is NO need to turn off any electronic traction and stability devices, e.g. ETS, ASR, ESP, DSC. Drive off gently, avoiding wheel spin. Extreme acceleration and braking will damage the product.

To Take Off:
1. Stop the vehicle and apply the handbrake. Pull the Sock down off the wheel.
2. Move the vehicle approximately 1 metre forward and roll off the bottom edge.
3. Fold neatly and put back in to storage bag for reuse.

GripSock Evolution – Easy!
• Fully German TUV approved.
• Fully Austrian ONORM V5121 approved.
• The only snow sock with integrated mesh sections to improve traction and grip.
• Safely drive up to speeds at up to 40 km per hour (conditions permitting) .
• Come with a 1 year warranty.
• Fitting them is easy and requires no practice.
• They weigh less than 1kg and take up minimal space. It is sensible to keep them with the spare wheel, always ready for use.
• They are reusable again and again – providing value for money for years to come.
• They work!

Notes on Correct Use:
–Please note: The more you drive on clear roads/ gritted tarmac, the faster they will wear out and the sooner you will need to buy another set

• The GripSock Evolution is built to get you going, out of trouble or over that hill and not for prolonged use. You should take them off once on a gritted or clear road.
• The GripSock Evolution is designed to be used on tarmac/ asphalt road with Snow & Ice.
• Off road conditions where the road is uneven will tear/ damage the fabric.
• Continued use on roads where Ice/ Snow is clear will wear down the fabric so it is recommended to take off the GripSock Evolution once dry road is reached.
• Do not exceed 40 kph. Do not make sudden braking or acceleration movements. Turn smoothly to avoid skidding – i.e no sudden / jerky movements.
• Reduce speed further on wet snow – especially if mixed with pebble gravel.
• Dry socks before packing away after use and wash with cold water at Winters end to store away for next season.
• Do not leave them on Overnight as they will freeze over and be ineffective

Suitable for:

• All Passenger cars.
• All 4×4 vehicles (fit to the front wheels).
• LCV vehicles (eg Berlingo, Caddy etc (less than 2000kg/ 2 Ton fully loaded).
• Not suitable for Vans (eg Transit, Vito etc).

Warranty
The GripSock Evolution comes with a one year warranty against manufacturing or material defects only. Warranty does not cover normal wear or tear, damage caused by road debris or rips caused by skidding/ spinning of wheels. Please see notes on correct use above.