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Caterham



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I used it on my commuter and I'm reluctant to use it again as the valve never worked properly again?

anyway ignoring the damn weight of the ust tyres I think I've sussed it out.....the ust wheels didn't come with tubeless ready rim tape !!!

so hopefully some proper tape and I'm sorted !

tubes and lighter tyres for reserve.
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Caterham



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just managed to upload the 'anti snake' device for trailer / caravan

- any donations ?
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Caterham



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Likeomg

mate. I've dug a great big hole for myself and need some help. !!

bought some hope hoops for the ride and as these have crest ZTR rims I didn't realise they could be such a pig to fit tyres (my lack of knowledge as to what will and won't work with them has to say the least caused some issues).

any how bottom line is I have the wheels and some Conti Xrace RS tyres but as of yet don't have the right rim tape (stans yellow 21mm tape or the valves) !!

if I can't get sorted today anychance I could call in tomorrow pm for you to sort both in terms of selling the tape and valves and fitting of ?

Bow down
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AndyS



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Good luck for the ride, hope it all goes without issue. Let us know how it goes.
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Caterham wrote:
Likeomg

mate. I've dug a great big hole for myself and need some help. !!

bought some hope hoops for the ride and as these have crest ZTR rims I didn't realise they could be such a pig to fit tyres (my lack of knowledge as to what will and won't work with them has to say the least caused some issues).

any how bottom line is I have the wheels and some Conti Xrace RS tyres but as of yet don't have the right rim tape (stans yellow 21mm tape or the valves) !!

if I can't get sorted today anychance I could call in tomorrow pm for you to sort both in terms of selling the tape and valves and fitting of ?

Bow down


hi, i run hope hoops but mine are the flow version and to be honest, i use a clear electricians tape almost as my rim tape, cheaper and as effective. if you cant get the tyres on, use a bit of soapy water, well use windshield washer fluid (which evaporates faster than plain water would)

but im 99% sure they will have the stuff in stock as they normally do at whinlatter bikes, im now back on my cadetship at college studying so won't be around to help..


basically you only need the valve, electricians tape can even suffiace as rim tape, as long as it creates a seal


my internet is highly limited so pm would be the best as it will email my iphone..
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twopoint6khz



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Best of luck for the ride, I've just been to St Bees beach and it was hailing Mr. Green Thumbs Up
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Watch the Videos on Stan's/NoTubes website before fitting tape to rims. It's not difficult, but it calms you down, answers concerns and gives useful tips. Get decent valves with removable cores as its much easier to add 'liquid latex'. I bought a big bottle of Stans liquid and a small single shot bottle (which I refill from the big one to make sure I use a consistent volume of Stans liquid.

Never had a puncture/snake-bite tubeless (Peaks, Lakes, Wales, etc) first ride on new full-susser and boom split the tube! I am kicking myself for not going tubeless. I always go tubeless now and cannot see why people percevere with tubes Wink

Normal (non Tubeless) Contis go on to Crests ok. Schwalbe (Nobby Nic, Racing Ralph, Rocket Ron) ate the most difficult tyre I've ever experienced fitting to the Crests. I'm going over to Macxis as I think they're the best to fit/remove and their tyres work for me - accepting everyone has an opinion about what's good Wink

Good luck,
Harvey
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Caterham



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thanks guys.

generally its all going well (except the wheels / tyres !)

need to get my hands on some valves now - will give the electrians tape a go but suspect I'll end up having to use my existing wheel set and perhaps change over one of the nights as it doesn't look like I'll get it sorted in time now

Big Cry

thanks for the advice / support and sponsorship.......

oh and did someone mention hail ! Shocked
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Caterham



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guys - a huge thank you for your support.

only a very quick update (for now). completed the ride (and quite often walk with bike on back). got back late last night.

some rather 'interesting' times, generally out for 12-13hrs (yes my bum is now rather painful).


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Top bombing young man, good stuff.
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Caterham



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just to let you all know we've having a get together this weekend to pull all the photos and videos together so will down load following that.

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thanks again for the support shown. thank you.
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Caterham



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just a really big thank you to everyone who very kindly provide support for this great cause.....


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Well done. Cool
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