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Old 01-16-22, 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by iab
Unless you are willing to spend more money, I don't see much point to tubulars over clinchers.

I run 34mm Dugasts at 50 psi on modern and vintage rims, width is irrelevant and I have no issues. While tape costs more, it is easier than glue in every sense. Yellow Jersey tires are pure crap and good as spares only. Again, if you aren't willing to spend more, clinchers are the way to go.

After trying sew-ups. I totally agree with this. I do have one bike left, fitted with sew-ups but I ride it rarely and only on the best of roads. Sew-up flats are just TOO expensive to replace, in my opinion.
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