Why a lightweight rim tape? Without going into too much physics, the optimal place to save weight are areas of rotating mass. The further away from the hub, the more the centrifugal force multiplies the mass. All this means in practical terms is that a lighter wheel, with lighter parts will accelerate faster. Racers understand this; all riders appreciate less work! If you are the proud owner of carbon fiber wheels, and the manufacturer supplied a plastic, cotton or rubber rim strip; it's time to upgrade!
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Other advantages of the Ultralights are:
Other advantages of the Ultralights are:
- extremely thin making tire removal and installation a breeze
- more room for tube expansion
- light color
- aggressive adhesive
- very long lasting
- water repellent
The stats on this tape:
- nominal size: 17mm width x 700c/29er length
- 1.5 grams per strip
- MSRP: $13.45/single; $19.75/ pair
- MADE IN THE U.S.A.
Now available in mountain bike (26") length and as single strips!
- nominal size: 17mm width x 26"/650
- 1.5 grams per strip
- MSRP: $12.75/single; $18.45/pair
- of course, MADE IN THE U.S.A.