[CR]Tubular glue

(Example: Framebuilders:Mario Confente)

Date: Thu, 11 Jul 2002 10:24:24 +1200
From: "David Benson" <tech@worrall.co.nz>
To: Classic Rendezvous <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Subject: [CR]Tubular glue

In the late eighties/early nineties the USCF (I think) ran a series of tests of tubular glues, including Fastak. The test results are at: http://www.engr.ukans.edu/%7Ektl/bicycle/bicycle.html As I recall, the conclusion was that the best glue at the time was Vittoria Mastik One, followed by Continental. Fastak worked best if used on preglued rims & tyres, and relatively poorly if used on its own. Since that time, Conti have changed the formulation of their glue, apparently to bring it line with EU environmental regulations. Though my view may be clouded by the fact that I sell the stuff, my impression is that the new formula glue is a superior product. I glue a lot of track tubulars, and it provides a firm & durable joint that can't be broken without some extra leverage.

David Benson
Auckland
New Zealand