[CR] Squeaking Tufo Rim Tape

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I used Tufo Extreme Rim Tape to moun t the tires on a new set of wheels. The tires are new Panaracer Practice Dual (yellow and black tread) pumped to 100

psi on NOS Mavic GL330 rims.

I cleaned the rims with alcohol and acetone to make sure there wasn't any kind of residue on them. The Tufo tape was easy to apply and tires mounted e ven easier.

For the first 3-4 rides, no problems. Yesterday about an hour into the ride I started hearing a "ticking" sound from the rear wheel. I stopped and checked

everything. Then the front tire started making the noise too.

Pretty soon tires started making a tearing sound and then a squeaking sound.

It only happens over 15 mph. The temperature was 50°-60°. I checked the tires, brakes, rims, spokes and hubs. Everything looked good.

Anyone ever have this happen?

I'm wondering if the Tufo Tape is starting to fail?

Chas. Colerich Oakland, CA

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