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Old 04-25-11, 07:39 AM
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Originally Posted by hueyhoolihan
i've had more punctures due to slipping velox tape than for any other reason, except possibly thorns. offset spoke holes make it even worse. the tape seems to slip, exposing the spoke holes.
Same here. My solution is Rox Ultralight rim strips, available at Excel Sports online and other fine shops. Cheaper than Velox, too.
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