Originally Posted by
qcpmsame
Always love seeing you post pics of the Alpina, it is such a pretty, classically built and configured bicycle. As to tubs, personally I use glue, out of habit since 1979. The modern tape is much easier to use, and cleaner to boot.
I thought about switching to clinchers on the two C&V bikes I have, but after getting feedback here I kept them on, and I'm glad that I did.
Bill
Thanks, Bill - perhaps I'll be posting pics of it on rides this spring and summer for a change. I plan on it, anyway. You know, I have two tubes of still-pliant Tubasti glue, but I think I'm going to go the no-mess-and-ride-immediately route with the tape. Seems like I could even take a roll along on a ride as a spare, too.
My clincher wheels provide superior braking feel compared to the older stuff which lacks a defined, machined brake track. Otherwise, I'm with you - at least with this one vintage bike the tubulars will likely be a mainstay.
DD