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@Lynchman
Currently riding with a Campagnolo Pista wheelset mounted with a pair of Vittoria Triathlon Evo tubular tires as recommended by lbs, or rather the only tubular tires in stock at the time. Pricy though at about £150 for the pair, the tires that is, but can’t complain really, they ride beautifully and corner like on rails.
I have been out of the game for a few years and this is my first fixed gear bike for road use. In my day, before online retail really kicked off, choice was very limited and often, like at my lbs, you simply had to take what you could get. Today we’re basically spoiled for choice, and come winter I’ll probably be looking for something a little more affordable, as I foresee that punctures may become an issue regardless of using top quality tires.
And yes, I do have a clincher wheelset, which is currently setup for off-road use. However, for road use I find the difference in terms of performance between tubular and clincher so significant that I’m reluctant to change if I can find a viable tubular alternative. Can anyone recommend a good all-round tubular tire for road use over the winter period i.e. a tire with the best possible wet road performance, durability, price, and puncture protection ratio?
Also, I have never used tape (current tires are triple-glued); sounds really easy though, but is it safe?
Cheers, Lynch