I had the same problem and the others n the board said the 17s are good... I get my X in november too Getting my X-5 in Nov.I live outside Phila.our winters are usually dry,some snow and ice.My questions are: Can I get away with new Michelins this year?(std 17"tires) What do you think is better, Dunlap M2 or Michelin Pilot Alpins Is the tirerack the best source