Originally Posted by
Road Fan
But why not just build with tubular rims and then use conventional tubulars?
I think the point is that you can get tubular like reliability and performance without having to get a new set of wheels.
If you are getting new wheels the absolutely get tubular wheels. With the new tapes (no gluing) and the terrific tires (Clement LGG) you can get wheels that weigh less/same and perform better in Al rims at half the price for carbon clincher rims.