The pressure limit on clincher rims is all about the limitations of the rim/tyre hook interface rather than problems with the rim itself, no ?
Tubular rims don't seem to have a pressure limit (not that I've noticed), and limited by the max pressure of the tub (170psi for a Conti Sprinter)
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The pressure limit on clincher rims is all about the limitations of the rim/tyre hook interface rather than problems with the rim itself, no ?
Tubular rims don't seem to have a pressure limit (not that I've noticed), and limited by the max pressure of the tub (170psi for a Conti Sprinter)