Originally Posted by
whosmatt
Here's what happened to my Gator Hardshell just a few hours ago:

Made a hell of a racket because I think it was hitting my fender. Replaced the tube and shortened my ride because I'm not sure about the sidewall damage. Solana Beach, CA. Good times.
My Conti Touring front tire did something similar last year while I was on a charity ride but I had to finish the 90km because I had no other tire or the other option was to quit.