Originally Posted by
Classtime
I'm certain that this tire is good for hundreds of more miles. The tread is a little protection from a puncture and provides some grip but does nothing else. Tire engineers? Please correct me. I've ridden tires with plenty of threadbare patches and this tire currently is holding 110psi.
I often ride old Clements that are 40+ years old. One of these went flat on me during a ride recently and I was able to rescue it with sealant, to ride again. As long as they hold air, don't have lumps, the base tape is intact, and the sidewalls aren't fraying, I think they are OK.
