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  1. Hi, all. I'm pretty stoked since I recently took delivery of a set of Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 studless winter tires. The S4 has always done well in the snow and ice (which here in North Dakota isn't exactly insignificant) and the Michelin Alpin PA3s I had for the last two winters did well for me... but I've always wanted a set of Hakkapeliittas since they're known for being some of the best winter tires ever made. So, I can't say I'm ever eager for winter to begin since I commute for work 4 days each week (160 miles round trip each day), but I am eager to see how well these tires handle whatever North Dakota can throw at them. Now the question for our Finnish friends. I understand that Nokian named these tires after the famed Finnish light cavalry of the 30 Years War (1618-1648). Makes sense - those cavalrymen were tough as nails and could handle terrible winters without a problem. The tires should do so as well. Sisu and all that, eh! But is "Hakkapeliitta" derived from "hakkaa päälle?" And does that translate into "hack them all down?" My understanding is that the Hakkapelittaa would let loose the hakkaa päälle! battlecry as they began their charge. Cheers, ~ Greg ~

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