I assume you never do but I guess I should ask. I have a Stinger 9 tubular that I glued a tire on it when I purchased almost 2 years ago. I only used for a couple of races and couple of training sessions. So has less than 400 miles on it. I assume it is fine and no need to re-glue as long as it is on there well.
I do leave the tire deflated most of the time. The tire is stored inside my house. Thanks for any help.
Before I put new tires on my Stingers, the old ones were on for 3 years without issues. They were a bitch to get off so I assume the glue was still good to go. I left them deflated and in my basement fyi.
Put new tires because? Old ones worn out? Faster tires? Concerned about the glue going bad?
Nothing wrong with the old tires (Conti Competitions). I was prepping for IM so I made sure I had a fresh set on. Went with Vittoria Corsa EVO cx’s based on Jackmott’s recommendations.
I re-glue annually. I used to not worry about it, but after I saw a guy roll a tire and take a nasty spill on 2 year old glue I’ve made it part of my ‘off season’ maintenance plan.
Ok, now you have my attention. I am really dreading taking the existing tire off.
My set of racing wheels currently has 4 year old glue. I think a year I ago I took it to the bike shop and asked the guy if it needed to be re-glued. He examined the glue job and told me he didn’t think so. My total race milage in the last four years is under 500 miles. Its ultimately going to be a function of: the glue, the glue job, amount of use on tire, and the shearing forces present during your rides.
I will say… I am probably going to get mine re-glued here in the next week or so. Just hearing about someone rolling a tire gets me a bit more motivated.