LTravers wrote:
> In my experience, I would say
> it is safe and it is indeed very tidy. However....I used the extreme
> tape. Fortunately I had occasion to try removing the tire from the rim
> before I had a flat on the road. It took application of a BFS to pry
> the tire from the rim. No way could I have done this on the road using
> only finger power. As it is, I carry an old spoon with me now to
> assist removal of tubies, but I know even that would have been
> inadequate. YRMV.
I used the "Extreme" tape as well, but when I flatted I was able to remove the tire on the road and enough adhesive was left to hold my spare securely for the ride home.
At the time I bought the tape I was unaware that there were two different varieties. I've been using the regular tape since but haven't had occasion to replace a tire yet.
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-John Thompson (john@os2.dhs.org)
Appleton WI USA