Originally Posted by
Rick@OCRR
Yes Velo Dog,
I've had the VAR example for many years (20+) and have used it on several VERY TIGHT tire (type) applications, and it works well and has yet to break. On this new one . . . I know nothing.
Rick / OCRR
Mine finally broke - it was probably 20 years old too. Only the lever part broke so I can still use it to get tight tires on - usually only a problem with new ones so I keep it at home.