Tubular tire shelf life

[VTR1000SP2]

Hey PL,

I am getting back into tubular on two wheelsets and after the demise of poorly stored FMBs, I’d like to ask the pros for the do’s and dont’s of tubular tire storage.

Hoping this isn’t like storing cigars.

TIA.


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[AngryScientist]

avoid extreme temps, light and exposure to ozone and they can last practically forever.

[PNW]

Good to hear the advice from the man above me. I right now am considering whether or not to pull the trigger on Bora 35 tubulars or clinchers... the struggle

[skiezo]

I have a few sets that I keep in my temp controlled basement and after a few years they are still like new.

[redir]

I just took my vintage leightweight out for a century ride last weekend on nos tires from the 80's... No joke.

[oldpotatoe]

Originally Posted by VTR1000SP2

Hey PL,

I am getting back into tubular on two wheelsets and after the demise of poorly stored FMBs, I’d like to ask the pros for the do’s and dont’s of tubular tire storage.

Hoping this isn’t like storing cigars.

TIA.


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I store them on some old tubie rims..pump them up, they sit in a garage that gets warm in the summer, cool in winter..I date them so I use the oldest first. Vittoria, Pave and Corsa Elites

No need to put in temp and humidity controlled room with Bocelli playing softly in the background and a opened bottle of Chianti for atmosphere..

PNW above-

I right now am considering whether or not to pull the trigger on Bora 35 tubulars or clinchers... the struggle

That's easy..tubulars..tubie tires, and many makers, are really excellent these days. Gluing them on isn't rocket surgery, the ride is sublime..tubulars now and forever..'Big'(first names only)

[Hindmost]

Originally Posted by VTR1000SP2

...Hoping this isn’t like storing cigars...

More like Parmigiano-Reggiano or prosciutto.

[VTR1000SP2]

Originally Posted by oldpotatoe

Bocelli playing softly in the background and a opened bottle of Chianti for atmosphere..

This is where I went wrong with the FMBs... I had Callas and Valpolicella instead..


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[oldpotatoe]

Originally Posted by VTR1000SP2

This is where I went wrong with the FMBs... I had Callas and Valpolicella instead..


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Funny..did the tread come off the FMBs? Pretty common on these and Dugast cuz the tread is 'cold vulcanized'..just glued on..not 'hot vulcanized, more of a chemical reaction.

[redir]

That's cool why I don't buy FMB's anymore. I sincerely believe they are the best tires goin but they don't last. When I was racing regularly they were great but when you hang the bike up for the winter they delaminate by the next season.

[VTR1000SP2]

So it’s not my fault... that makes me feel better


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[Vientomas]

I don't want to hijack the thread...but, I'm curious how many miles folks are getting from Vittoria Corsa Elite tubulars.

I have a set of 25's that I mounted new in the Spring and the rear tire is showing some significant wear (file tread gone and tire top squaring). I'm 120 lbs and run them at about 72 F 75 R. Strictly pavement, no gravel. Guessing I have about 1000 miles on them. Lovely tires, just seem to be wearing quickly.

Thanks for any insight you may have!

[VTR1000SP2]

Originally Posted by Vientomas

I don't want to hijack the thread...but, I'm curious how many miles folks are getting from Vittoria Corsa Elite tubulars.



I have a set of 25's that I mounted new in the Spring and the rear tire is showing some significant wear (file tread gone and tire top squaring). I'm 120 lbs and run them at about 72 F 75 R. Strictly pavement, no gravel. Guessing I have about 1000 miles on them. Lovely tires, just seem to be wearing quickly.



Thanks for any insight you may have!

I got a good 3000 from my rear before any boxing off would start. Do you ride on country roads or abrasive tarmac?


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[Vientomas]

Originally Posted by VTR1000SP2

I got a good 3000 from my rear before any boxing off would start. Do you ride on country roads or abrasive tarmac?


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Thanks for the data point. I'm riding mostly smooth pavement, but a bit of heavier tarmac too.

[verbs4us]

Related question--do you store with a little air (20-30 psi) or fully empty, because they will eventually empty anyway? Store on rims, or just draped over something not pointy? When using tubulars, do you deflate after each ride?