darellp@easystreet.net

I always wear my helmet when I glue my sew-ups ;-)

Before you glue your sew-up, stretch it out on rim for at least a week or two. Pump it up to full inflation. In the past 29 yrs of racing, I've come across 4 tires that either leaked or in one case was made just a bit too small. All were returned with no problems. Once you put glue on it, forget about returning it.

I use 3M fast tack 08031 in tube form. First I apply glue to the rim and leave it for 20 min. Then I apply glue to the sew-up and then hang it up for another 20 min. Last step is fitting the sew-up onto the rim. Pump up tire to about 20 PSI and adjust it so it is aligned on the rim. Then pump up to full pressure (e.g. 9-12 atmospheres, depending on tire). Let it sit overnite (at least 12 hrs) before using. Never have had a problem. This 3M product is now hard to find however. Have also used Conti glue in the past and it's OK.

DP

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-----Original Message-----
From: "Mike Murray"

Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2008 11:11:00
To:"'OBRA List'"
Subject: [OBRA Chat] Tubulars vs. clinchers

We might be able to get as many postings with this subject.  What do you think?
 
 
Mike Murray

-----Original Message-----
From: obra-bounces@list.obra.org [mailto:obra-bounces@list.obra.org] On Behalf Of C M
Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2008 08:08 AM
To: jon.ragsdale@comcast.net; OBRA List
Subject: Re: [OBRA Chat] Helmets will be mandatory in Vancouver, WA

Jon....good job with the original posting, as of this morning I count 71 entries related to this topic, this may have set a record.

On 2/26/08, jon.ragsdale@comcast.net > wrote:

There is a story on the front page of www.kgw.com reporting that Vancouver has enacted a rule that in 30 days all cyclists will be required to wear helmets.  Full story: http://www.kgw.com/news-local/stories/kgw_022608_news_vancouver_helmet_law_bicycle.2edad9de.html
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