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Old 10-06-19, 03:30 PM
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Originally Posted by ThermionicScott
I'm not a tubular expert, but I'm hearing that there are some new tubular tires that are also "tubeless". That is, the casing has a thin layer of rubber bonded to the inside so no inner tube is needed. That lets you put in some sealant and in a lot of cases, just ride the tire until it completely wears out. That's what I'd look into if I ever got a tubular-shod bike.
Actually that is an old concept. Trying to recall the brand or brands at the moment. From the 70's.
I recall Tufo also does this. I have not used them, the color of the sidewalls - kind of a red brick color just did not agree with my visual target.
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