Re: How to fold a tubular
4.5 years is a long time for a thread to be dormant, so I'm going to wake it up.
What am I doing wrong here with the folding? No matter which method I use ("the long method" with base tape touching base tape is what is pictured), there's no way I'm getting this tire into the Arundel Tubie bag.
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For reference it's an FMB Paris Roubaix in 27. This is like one of those "how many times can you fold a piece of paper" puzzles! Using the other methods (base tape against tread) just creates an awfully wide stack and what seems to be some strain on the valve.
Short of attaching a vacuum I think I have as much air out of it that I'm gonna get. This leads me to conclude that I'm (a) doing it all wrong or (b) using a tire that's just too big for the Arundel bag.
Anyone got an FMB stuffed into an Arundel bag?
I have options, I know. Next step is to wrap the bundle in tape and strap it to the side of the Arundel and use the bag to carry to CO2, levers and assortment of cutting tools that I've been told are necessary to change the tire in the field:laugh:. Or just do the toe strap thing.
Believe it or not, this is the most frustrating part of the tubular experience. The ride is delightful, but I really need to start carrying a spare.
Re: How to fold a tubular
1. Roll it up tightly, expelling all the air. Close the valve to seal air out.
2. You likely won't get that tubular into that bag. It's a very tight bag (I had one or two, but got rid of mine) and not really made for a large-volume tire like the FMB 27. I had a Vittoria or Veloflex in mine.
3. Rolling is the only way to get a tire in that bag and then with NO air in the tire.
Re: How to fold a tubular
The Tubi bag is a tight fit. I don't do this under-the-saddle fold when I put a spare in the bag. I roll the tire; put the tire glue-to-glue for its full length with the stem nestled in between. Then I guesstimate how long the first section should be to approximate the shape of the bag, and keep rolling the tire into that shape. Usually takes me a few tries to get it right, and it's a wrestle to get the finally portion in the bag. Btw, comes out more easily...
It pains me to see an FMB tucked away for a spare -- and the 27 may be to big for the Tubi. Do get yourself a cheap spare; it will fit bettere, and you can store that elegant (and expensive) tire in a nice place where the casing isn't tortured.