Tire Recommendations for 99 SE

Anyone had notable experience (either good or bad) with certain brands of tires? I need to change the ones on my car now (Goodyear something) and need recommendations from those more experience with Maxima than I am, since I've only had my car for 4 months.

Climate here in San Francisco Bay Area will be rainy, but no snow or ice. I'm looking at Pirelli and store brand sold by chain called Pep Boys (more affordable), but would like to hear what your experiences with tires have been.

i use cooper gt cobra tires. my stock tires i used to rail 2nd gear i get so much grip out of these tires they don't bang any more

Dunlop Sport A2's, they grip like glue, very quiet, 2 large water channels for rain. Lots of guys, including myself run these tires over on Maxima.org. They are excellent!