Tubular v Clincher aero wheels
NORTHERNER33
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For "average" road conditions would clincher tyres be a better bet than aero? Is the weight disadvantage of clincher a price woth paying for durability? Will the clincher rims last longer than tubular? Any comments appreciated.
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To get best advice on this you need to be more precise about what your aims/expectations are.
That said, since this is a subject I'm looking into as well at the moment here's what I understand,, others will be sure to comment
If time trialling - you need the most aero wheels and the most aero wheels often use tubs so you mostly have have no choice.
If road racing: Tubs make a fair amount of sense since they are supposed to be a bit more robust than clinchers and their main practical disadvantage (time to change if punctured) isnt a factor. (You either get a spare wheel and a tow or its race over. )
Whats more the main benefit of tub wheels is that they their lighter rims help with rapid accelerations/changes of pace, which is pretty key in road racing.
However tub wheels are not cheap and crashes in road races happen so expect the occasional large bill.
For sportives: Clinchers almost certainly will be best for most.
For general riding: Clinchers most certainly best.Martin S. Newbury RC0