Originally Posted by
Biker395
^ My crash was caused by a mechanical failure ... a blown tire from what I think was an improperly installed tube.
that's why I ponied up for a set of tubeless wheels and tires. about 2 weeks into my use of them I was doing 47mph down a short but very steep hill and flatted. Or should I say, "not flatted". When I got to level ground I knew something had happened and stopped and the rear tire was leaking goo but still had plenty of air. The puncture was huge and it didn't seal as well as I would have liked but it sealed enough that I didn't go down and the LBS is exchanging the tire in spite of the fact it's normal wear and tear. How's that for a good LBS and a successful use of tubeless? I do high speed descents regularly and flatting at speed is my biggest fear.