Originally Posted by Dave Mayer

Enhancemnets to clinchers? No high-level riding is done on clinchers, so what is the point? Like putting a spoiler on a Pinto. Tubulars are far superior in heat dissipation, pinch flat prevention, the ability to run at higher or lower pressures, and safety in the event of a blowout. And the key insurmountable tubular (rim and tire) advantage: lower rotating mass.