Originally Posted by
jfmckenna
I don't understand? I don't use tape myself but what makes that more like a clincher? I use a sealant called cafe latex. I'm guessing you are concerned about the weight maybe? The thing is, you flat in a race then your race is over. I'd rather ride a slightly heavier tire that seals itself, and this has happened for me in a race too. Plus someone gave him these wheels (damn dude you got nice friends) and he's going to be out training and riding for fitness. I think a sealant is perfect for that.
He is an ER doc who got afib, had to be put an a blood thinner, and stopped riding. He hated that these nice wheels where sitting on a hook in his basement. He didn't have to twist my arm!!