Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area - HED H3c tubular suitable for track use or TT use only??

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todari09
11-07-11, 01:01 PM
I was told that the adhesive strength to the carbon rim is about 75% of that to the aluminum rims. so, i'm wondering tubular tires installed on the pure carbon rim is ok to be used on track. thanks in advance.

carleton
11-07-11, 07:19 PM
I was told that the adhesive strength to the carbon rim is about 75% of that to the aluminum rims. so, i'm wondering tubular tires installed on the pure carbon rim is ok to be used on track. thanks in advance.

The Mavic Io has a carbon rim bed:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3664/3389036539_e884cd7f34_z.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2672/3953355317_799ba94903_z.jpg

So do Zipp track wheels:
http://zipp.com/_media/images/dynamicproducts/94AD2417.jpg
http://wheelworks.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/dscn6800.jpg

Of course, make sure you use quality tire and glue and have a competent mechanic install it...even if that mechanic is yourself :)