Hey everyone;
I am looking for a good wiper for the Touring. I have tried the Rain-X Latitude and Reflex wipers, and found that both leave streaks on the driver's side. I think this is due to the wiper design (the flexible plastic beam, instead of traditional metal arms). I also think the long wiper on the driver's side makes streaks more likely for the rubber-beam type). The wipers i have tried so far worked well on my old car, and also works well on the passenger side of the Touring, just not the driver's side.

So, I am looking for a good wiper. I am pretty picky about streaks. Here are my requirements:

1. confirmed usage on a Touring (due to lengths, windshield shape, etc)
2. don't care about prices
3. I replace every 6 months
4. would prefer a blade that can be used in winter, but I would settle for an excellent summer wiper for now
5. available in Canada (either Canadian Tire, or Wal-mart). The brands these guys carry are Armor All, Reflex, Rain-X, and various 'in house' brands).

Thanks!!

 

Here's what I use on multiple cars: Bosch Icon

ICON Wiper Blades

 

I always use Anco. Replaced them already on my '11. I agree with the streaking. Every once in a while I get a blade that just isn't up to par so I return it for one that is.

 

OK so I found somewhere that sells the Icon blades. They look pretty solid. I'll look for some reviews.

The driver side takes a 24in by default....would it be smart for me to try a 22in wiper on the driver's side? Small beam-style wipers are more likely to not streak in my experience. Or will the 22in not get my window clear enough?

Or are these Icon wipers pretty good, even when longer?

Thanks again for the help and suggestions guys. These boards are helpful.

 

My Tucson has a 24" on the drivers side and a 16" on the passenger side.
My Kia Sedona has a 26" on the drivers side and an 18" on the passenger side.

I haven't noticed any streaking but I also keep my windshields fairly clean. I never get the spray wax if I go through an automated car wash and I've stopped using Rain-X because I've found it can cause streaking.

 

I just have the dealer replace them when I take the car in for servicing.

 

Installed the Bosch Icons on the Touring a few days ago (took forever for them to ship, due to a postal strike here in Canada).

So far they work perfectly. I'll post back later this summer as they see a bit of abuse.