Why it's important to select the correct vehicle and tyre size
Vehicle
There are a surprising number of vehicles that cannot use traditional snowchains, the types that put chain on the inside of the wheel as well as on the tread. This is usually because there is not enough space between the wheels and the shock absorbers; this can be a problem for ordinary SUVs and 4x4s as well as for high performance cars.
You will find this important information in your car handbook - please check this before using your snowchains! Our database is intended to do the basic work for you but, with so many new vehicles and tyre sizes, it should only ever be treated as a guide.
Tyre size
Please also check your tyre size - if you buy incorrectly-sized chains they will be either too tight or too loose.
Ladder track chains
The good news is that car handbooks usually only refer to "traditional snowchains". Ladder track chains such as the Polaire GRIP and Spikes-Spider range only put chain over the tyre tread, so are not subject to these restrictions. They are also ideal for use on rear wheel drives where there is minimal space between the top of the wheel and the wheel arch.
Delivery Guidelines
We charge a contribution towards delivery costs,
depending on your delivery address, and how quickly you want the goods.
Please consult the tables below to view pricing and delivery times.
UK Mainland
| Small items & Spare parts |
| Express delivery |
£ 6.95 |
1 to 2 working days, usually next working day |
| Standard delivery |
£ 4.95 |
3 to 4 working days, usually 3rd working day |
| Roof bars, bike carriers and most other items * |
| Express Delivery |
£ 9.50 |
1 to 2 working days, usually next working day |
| Standard Delivery |
£ 6.50 |
3 to 4 working days, usually 3rd working day |
* includes roof bars, bike carriers, watersports carriers,
ski and snowboard carriers, car boot liners, seat covers, pet products, etc.
| Roof boxes |
| Express Delivery |
£ 19.50 |
1 to 2 working days, usually next working day |
| Standard Delivery |
£ 14.50 |
3 to 4 working days, usually 3rd working day |
Post codes with extended expected delivery times
Deliveries to the following post codes typically take
1 to 2 days longer:
AB35-38, FK18-21, IV4-9 & IV63, PO30-41
Scottish Highlands and Grampians
Difficult to reach areas:
|
IV1, IV2, IV3, IV10-40, KA27-KA28, KW1-14, PA20-40, PA80, PH17-40, PH49-50
|
| Small Items & Spare Parts |
£ 6.95 |
2 to 4 working days |
| Standard Items e.g. Roof Bars & Bike Carriers |
£ 14.00 |
2 to 4 working days |
| Roof Boxes |
£ 44.50 |
3 to 5 working days |
Most Scottish Highland post codes:
For most Scottish Highlands post codes there are no additional delivery charges,
however, deliveries normally take longer.
The tables below show the costs and estimated delivery times for many AB, PA,
TD and most FK and IV postcodes.
| Small items & Spare parts |
| Express Delivery |
£ 6.95 |
2 to 4 working days |
| Standard Delivery |
£ 4.95 |
4 to 6 working days |
| Roof bars, bike carriers and most other items * |
| Express Delivery |
£ 9.50 |
2 to 4 working days |
| Standard Delivery |
£ 6.50 |
4 to 6 working days |
* includes roof bars, bike carriers, watersports carriers,
ski and snowboard carriers, car boot liners, seat covers, pet products, etc.
| Roof boxes |
| Express Delivery |
£ 19.50 |
2 to 4 working days |
| Standard Delivery |
£ 14.50 |
4 to 6 working days |
Scottish Islands (including Skye)
|
Scottish Islands
(HS, IV41-56, KW15-17, PA41-78, PH41-44, ZE)
|
| Small Items & Spare Parts |
£ 6.95 |
2 to 4 working days |
| Standard Items e.g. Roof Bars & Bike Carriers |
£ 14.00 |
2 to 4 working days |
| Roof Boxes, Dropracks and Roof Tents |
£ 150.00 |
up to 10 working days |
Please note:
There may be additional delivery costs if we need to send your
order in multiple consignments.
Channel Islands (JE & GY)
| Delivery to Channel Islands (JE & GY) |
| Small Items & Spare Parts |
£ 4.95 |
2 to 4 working days |
| Standard Items e.g. Roof Bars & Bike Carriers |
£ 12.50 |
2 to 4 working days |
| Large Items e.g. Tow Bar Mounting Bike Carriers |
£ 50.00 |
Up to 7 working days (usually 2 to 4) |
| Roof Boxes, Dropracks and Roof Tents |
£ 150.00 |
up to 10 working days |
Please note:
There may be additional delivery costs if we need to send your
order in multiple consignments.
Isle of Man | Isles of Scilly (IM & TR21-25 post codes)
|
Delivery to the Isle of Man or the Isles of Scilly
(IM & TR21-25 post codes)
|
| Small Items & Spare Parts |
£ 6.95 |
2 to 4 working days |
| Standard Items e.g. Roof Bars & Bike Carriers |
£ 14.00 |
2 to 4 working days |
| Roof Boxes, Dropracks and Roof Tents |
£ 150.00 |
up to 10 working days |
Please note:
There may be additional delivery costs if we need to send your order
in multiple consignments.
Northern Ireland
| Delivery to Northern Ireland |
Cost |
Estimated Delivery Time |
| Small Items & Spare Parts |
£ 6.95 |
2 to 4 working days |
| Standard Items e.g. Roof Bars & Bike Carriers |
£ 20.00 |
3 to 5 working days |
| Roof Boxes, Dropracks and Roof Tents |
£ 150.00 |
up to 10 working days |
Please note:
There may be additional delivery costs if we need to send your order
in multiple consignments.
Ireland
| Delivery to Ireland |
Cost |
Estimated Delivery Time |
| Small Items & Spare Parts |
£ 20.00 |
3 to 7 working days |
| Standard Items e.g. Roof Bars |
£ 60.00 |
3 to 5 working days |
| Large Items e.g. Tow Bar Bike Carriers |
£ 80.00 |
3 to 5 working days |
| Roof Boxes, Dropracks and Roof Tents |
£ 120.00 |
3 to 5 working days |
Please note:
There may be additional delivery costs if we need to send your order
in multiple consignments.
Delivery times
Delivery times are calculated in working days
(Monday to Friday, excluding Bank holidays).
Cut-off times for Express Delivery orders
Express Delivery orders placed before the cut-off times shown below
will usually be despatched on the date of order.
Express Delivery orders placed after these cut-off times will be
despatched the next working day.
| Small and Standard Sized Items |
Order by 4pm for same day despatch |
| Roof Boxes, Dropracks and Roof Tents |
Order by 1pm for same day despatch |
How we deliver
We aim to be as flexible as possible when delivering your order.
Most orders are delivered using couriers. Goods can usually be left
without a signature;
you'll be asked for "Special Delivery Instructions" at the checkout.
We always need the cardholder's address, but you can specify an
alternative delivery address (e.g. work address).
Smaller orders are despatched using Royal Mail or DX2Home and may
need to be signed for; if you are out you'll be left a card
outlining options which may include arranging a re-delivery or
collecting your parcel from a post office for Royal Mail deliveries.
Important information
Delivery is subject to stock availability.
99 point something percent of orders are delivered to plan but occasionally
deliveries are affected by factors that are beyond our control -
traffic jams, bad weather etc. -
and there is therefore by definition no such thing as a "guaranteed" delivery,
whether from us or from anyone else...
