Originally Posted by
UnD3R0aTh
Thanks a lot, yes you can see pictures in the link you provided. So are you saying the mismatched rigida rims are not originals? By having two different contact surfaces between the break pads and the rims, I assumed they did that intentionally to ensure a stoppage at all weather conditions, but maybe not! Tbh, I'm not sure what "tubular tires" are, care to elaborate? Lastly, do you think this bike is worth fixing and keeping?!
Neither the front nor the rear rims and tyres are original. A tubular tyre, also known as sew-up or double tube, is a tyre style in which the casing is stitched closed around around the inner tube, so that the inner tube is completely encased. The tyre is then glued onto the rim. The advantages are lighter weight and better ride characteristics. The drawbacks are reduced puncture resistance, difculty to repair and higher replacement cost. I'll defer to other members on the value.