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Old 02-17-21, 09:14 PM
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SwimmerMike 
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Bikes: 1981 Bianchi Specialissima, 1971 Bob Jackson. 2012 Kestrel 4000. 2012 Willier. 2016 Fuji Cross 1.1, 1950 Hetchins, 194X James Fothergill, 1971 Paramount P15, 1973 Paramount P12, 1963 Legnano

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I just switched to tubulars on my Colnago Super after believing I would never use tubulars. After reading the Totally Tubular thread, it was clear that there were a lot of opinions and no right way.

I chose tape for 2 reasons. First, the ability to ride after install and the second was the install was so much easier and seemed way less fiddly and prone to error. There's some good videos on line.

The second reason I will willing to change was the ability to use sealant. I just had my first flat on some nice Victoria tires. I was able to remove the valve stem, put in a bit of sealant, use a CO2 cartridge and I was on my way. Easy.

I bought an early Bob Jackson that came with some really nice wheels and ride it almost exclusively on tubulars based on the Colnago experience.

Someday I may try glue since it's old school, but the first step for me was making it easy and enjoy the ride.

Mike
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