Yes, another studs vs studless tire post

Alright folks. I see these posts all the time and everyone ALWAYS says “don’t get studs”. Similar to a commenter on a recent thread, I’ve lived here for 15 years and have had studs from the beginning. We’ve seen some serious winters over the years. I’m not sure everyone that says “you don’t need studs” has actually seen a real winter but I’m willing to learn.

So, a quick google does not support the case of “studs aren’t needed”. Here is one such video.

My opinion has always been and will continue to be that the safest tire is my priority. I have considered that if it’s only icy a few days a year and a non-studded tire would be safer on normal roads, that could change my opinion.

Please post some resources so that I can learn the other perspective.