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andydp
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 Posted: 05/29/06 - 09:15 Post subject: Biking Brotherhood and Sisterhood
Question on bike tires.
As you know, I got my LeMond Etape for Xmas and have been riding around for a while now. Lately it seems every time I go out I get a flat.
I've got the extra tube and a patch kit but I have a question:
Is there such a thing as "puncture resistant" tires ? Not puncture proof but resistant (heavier gauge) than my current ones. If so, can you direct me to a brand/model ? A web site would be good also.
Thanks.
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TriBob
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Posted: 05/29/06 - 09:26 Post subject:
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bburgoyne26
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Posted: 05/29/06 - 10:14 Post subject:
I use Specialized Armadillo's and the Specialed tube that has their brand of slime inside........
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Zatoichi
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Posted: 05/29/06 - 10:24 Post subject:
I've also had good luck with the Specialized Armadillo tires, though they were a PITA to mount due to the stiff casings (I had to use my old-school metal tire levers).
You can also get tire liners (thin puncture-resistant strips that go between the tire and tube); I've used these on road bikes in the past to keep the weight gain to a minimum.
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jrjo
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Posted: 05/30/06 - 15:16 Post subject:
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