Thule 10mm CS10 Super-Premium Passenger Car Snow Chain, Size 100 (Sold in pairs)

by Thule

Product Features

• Patented External quick release removes the chain in one second!
• Patented self centering and self tensioning system automatically tightens the chain around the tire when vehicle is set in motion
• Innovative design and unique color-coded assembing points help make installation easier
• Asymmetrical diamond pattern chain with Icebreaker reinforcements for the highest grip on snow and ice
• Dual sided D-shaped links provide greater traction and extended chain life

Product Details

Snow Chain State Laws [94kb PDF]

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Fitment Guide [462kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 13 x 2.8 x 13 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000UNLVDM
• Item model number: CS10-00204100-00204
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (35 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #61,629 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)

Product Description

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When the winter comes, Thule has the snow chains that get you there safely, easily and in style. Thule, known worldwide as a manufacturer of highly innovative automotive racks and accessories, is proud to offer the newest in their catalogue of winter gear. Thule's award-winning design team has worked extensively with the world's leading automobile manufacturers to re-engineer the standard snow chain. Tested in the Italian Alps, this line of snow chains is surefooted and safe, as well as remarkably easy to install and remove. To make sure you find the right chains for your tires, check the Thule Snow Chain Fitment Guide and find your tire size.

The disconnect handle makes removal quick and easy. View Larger

Superior Engineering and Design
Thule snow chains are hand-made in Italy and are constructed of durable, hardened Manganese Nickel Alloy Steel. They feature dual-sided D-shaped links that provide exceptional traction and guarantee long product life. These snow chains utilize a patented self-centering and auto-tensioning system which adjusts itself for a perfect fit. Once the chains are wrapped around the tire, the installation process is completed when the vehicle is set in motion. As the wheels turn, the self-centering and auto-tensioning system activates and the chain tightens around the tire. This eliminates the need to exit your vehicle and brave the elements to re-adjust snow chains. For easier installation in the dark or during the day, all attachment points on the chains are color coded. Additionally, each set of Thule tire chains comes with a hard case, installation mat, pair of gloves, and spare links.

CS-10 ensures a solid grip on snow and ice. View Larger

Thule CS-10 - The Most Innovative and Fastest to Fit and Remove
Thule CS-10 Snow Chains have all the advantages of other Thule snow chains; however they have been designed to be even easier to install and remove. To perfectly fit the chain, simply connect the red hook-and-fastener parts and the self-tensioning system will take care of the rest. When you are ready to remove the chain, just pull the red handle and the patented one-hand quick-disconnect system ensures that it pops off quickly and easily. The asymmetrical 10mm diamond pattern chain with icebreaker reinforcements offer you the highest grip on snow and ice. Additionally, the special anti-scratch nylon bumpers protect your investment by ensuring that the chains never actually come in contact with your wheels. Thule CS-10, a perfect combination of design, technology and safety for your winter trips.

Tire size location.

How to Choose a Snow Chain that Fits Perfectly
To choose the right snow chain you must follow a few simple criteria. First, check your vehicle’s maintenance or owner’s manual to verify it contains no warnings advising against the fitting of snow chains on your particular vehicle. Once verified, take careful note of the three measurements on the side of the tire. The first number indicates the width, the second gives you the aspect ratio (sidewall height as percentage of width) and the third denotes the diameter of the wheel expressed in inches. Then click on the Thule Snow Chain Fitment Guide to choose the most suitable model and size for your vehicle.

Product Description

Thule is proud to introduce their new line of innovative snow chains which are hand-made in Italy. The super-premium CS10 is the easiest and fastest snow chain to install and remove. With the patented external quick release the chain removes in less than one second! These chains are safe for ABS/ESP systems and alloy wheels.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars On and off is what it's all about., December 23, 2008

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J. Couture (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Thule 10mm CS10 Super-Premium Passenger Car Snow Chain, Size 050 (Sold in pairs) (Misc.)

I got these to drive up into the mountains and snow shoe. A day after they arrived, Seattle got whacked with a brutal 7 day storm. These things are expensive, but they work as advertised. In particular, they are very easy to get on and, especially, off.

Since the highways here are clear and the side streets are ice, I've been having to put these on to leave the house, pop them off near the freeway, and then put them on again once I exit the freeway. I've never used normal chains before, so I can't say if these are faster to mount or un-mount, but they do go on in about a minute per tire and off in about 30 seconds. However, you will have to add time to back off them, since they always end up under the tire the way toast ends up falling butter down.

I have them on a base 2008 Honda Fit in case anyone cares. Front wheel drive and these mean I can go wherever I want. Excellent traction, but I'm more of a sucker for the ease.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great product!, December 21, 2007

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Vincent Argiro (Iowa and British Columbia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Thule 10mm CS10 Super-Premium Passenger Car Snow Chain, Size 090 (Sold in pairs) (Misc.)

This is an excellent product. Traction is ample, and once one gets the hang of it, the installation and removal are a breeze. The only down side is the instructions, which are a little hard to follow. I strongly recommend that you practice the installation in your driveway, in the daylight, before you have to put them on in deep snow in failing light, as we did!

19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars super easy to install...great grip!, February 5, 2008

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S. Dallmeyer "design nerd" (chicago, il) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Thule 10mm CS10 Super-Premium Passenger Car Snow Chain, Size 095 (Sold in pairs) (Misc.)

just used these chains in tahoe after digging my car out of 3' of fresh snow on the sloped icy driveway of our ski house. after clearing the snow from the tires, the chains took about a minute for each tire to install. if I had used them before, it probably would have taken less time. my accord climbed up the driveway with barely any slipping...our friends AWD Subaru took 5 guys to help push it out. After I got to plowed roads the chains took about 30 seconds to remove. Just pull the "ripcord" and they basically fall off the tire. highly recommended!

the only reason I give them 4 stars is the manual recommends to not drive over 35mph with these chains. Driving on a 55mph road that was only partially snow-covered was pretty agonizing. And they're a bit expensive for something that only gets used every now and again...but for the convenience and time saved installing, I think they're worth every penny.

there's a video on youtube detailing the installation and removal of the chains. if you search for "konig chains" or "thule chains" it should come up.