Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg) - pfffft.....

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root11
07-02-07, 05:55 PM
The results of tonight's ride...
http://web.mac.com/mjdehart/iWeb/Site/Photos%201_files/blowout.jpg

But, thanks to advice picked up here, I knew that I could limp home by wrapping the tube in a wrapper. It lasted just long enough got get home on two wheels.

I guess it's time for a new tire (this one only had about 20 miles on it). I even checked the pressure before leaving tonight (I usually keep them at about 100lbs of pressure) :(

Any recommendations on a pump as I had a hard time getting clyde supporting air pressure in the tube (presta valve).

Thanks

Mike

KingTermite
07-02-07, 05:59 PM
That sucks...sorry. :(

I use a Joe Blow floor pump (lifetime warranty)....never had an issue putting 110 psi in my touring bike.
root11
07-02-07, 06:02 PM
I should have been more specific, I need to get a new pump to carry along.... Thanks for the response though!

Tom Stormcrowe
07-02-07, 06:04 PM
Road Morph pump, from Two Peak.

It gets hard to pump at high pressure but IIRC, they can run up to 160PSI
root11
07-02-07, 06:13 PM
Just checked out the the road morph and it looks pretty good. I like the small hose and foot support. The problem I had was holding the tube connection end steady when pumping (it kept coming loose). I think I'll have to get one of those.

Thanks Tom!

Mike
Tom Stormcrowe
07-02-07, 06:19 PM
No problem!:D
Caincando1
07-02-07, 09:05 PM
did you hit something or did it blow out?
(51)
07-03-07, 01:49 AM
did you hit something or did it blow out?

Yeah, no kidding, HOW did that happen? ESPECIALLY after only 20 miles!!!

WHat is the name of that tire so I can put it on my "Do not buy" list.
root11
07-03-07, 05:32 PM
It was a michelin. I've had many of their tires without many problems. I hit a rock with a glancing blow trying to avoid some glass. Can't really blame the tire (too much). Probably pinched it pretty hard (not that my body mass put any extra stress on it :rolleyes: )
mkadam68
07-03-07, 05:38 PM
+1 Topeak Road Morph. Gets my tires up to 120psi in no time.
(51)
07-03-07, 06:26 PM
I'd still complain. A tread blowout from a rock I can accept, A SIDEWALL blowout form a rock is not acceptable.
Raiyn
07-03-07, 06:52 PM
I'd still complain. A tread blowout from a rock I can accept, A SIDEWALL blowout form a rock is not acceptable.
Your indignation is unfounded. Sidewalls are the thinnest part of the tire and while issues like the OP described do happen they aren't that common.