llama's stupid questions thread
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Apart from the big alphanumeric LU-908 (ish) on them?
Or looks that number.
That's a Wellgo code, but could be under other names as a rebranded of Wellgo.
If you search wpd-998 you'll see their spd binder in red that is the same.
novocaine
Retro Wizard
Yes. No.
riskllama
Kona Fan
ok, so I just bought some brand new hoops for my "modern" bike - a 2013 Explosif - and was rather pleased to discover that my old wheels actually had tubes in them, so, my stupid question is this : do I still need to tape the rims? old hoops are taped, just wondering if I absolutely have to drive 210km to acquire a roll of rim tape. and thx again in advance, lads...
Uncle Grumpy
Retro Guru
Yes. Taping the rims will protect the tubes from rubbing against the spoke holes in the rim bed, or depending on the design of the rim and length of the spoke, possibly rubbing against the end of the spoke. So yes, tape the rim.
No. There is mail order - let someone else do the driving.
Seriously though... Taping a rim for a tube isn't the same as taping a rim for tubeless. You don't need to create an airtight seal, you just want to protect the tube from abrasion.
In theory, "any" tape strong enough will work. Hell, I've used electrical insulation tape. Packing tape, strapping tape or outdoor masking tape will do the job if you can't get your hands on good old fabric rim tape.
