Re: [CR]Gluing tires (was re: velox rim tape etc.)

(Example: Framebuilders:Norman Taylor)

Date: Sat, 27 Dec 2003 13:41:27 -0800 (PST)
From: "Wesley Oishi" <woishi@sbcglobal.net>
Subject: Re: [CR]Gluing tires (was re: velox rim tape etc.)
To: Todd Kuzma <tullio@TheRamp.net>, "C. Andrews" <chasds@mindspring.com>, classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
In-Reply-To: <BC1341B5.4EF44%tullio@TheRamp.net>


Back in the day when everyone raced on tubulars, we had a pre-race ritual called the "tech inspection". Some heavily gloved individual would look over each bike before the race and try to roll the tire off of your rim. Someone suggested that this practiced was halted, due to liability concerns. Riders were expected to take care of their own equipement (what a concept!).

Rolling a tubular rarely occurs if the tire is properly glued, maintained and frequently checked. I believe the USCF does not consider a rolled tubular a "mechanical", and does not allow a free lap in crits, if you do roll your tire.

I've never seen or experienced the hot, "melting glue" rolled tubular though. Anyone?

Wes Oishi
from Saluda SC but back to SoCal, soon!!!