tholub
June 20, 2011, 9:37pm
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There was a batch of Airfoil rims which were too small (out of rim diameter tolerance), which caused them to blow out with most tires. There were some tires which would work in some cases, but the real problem was faulty manufacturing (or faulty specification).
Some threads on it:
On UDC, when ordering my new Nimbus 36" I saw the following note:
“Please note: The Airfoil rim with an engraved X is slightly smaller than the original Coker single-walled rim; it is not compatible with the Coker brand 36-inch tire. Only the Wheel TA 36-inch tire is compatible with this Airfoil rim.”
However, when the unicycle arrived today I could not find an X anywhere on the rim, I even looked under the tire. Where would this X be located?
Another question: With these undersized “X airfoi…
I was just reading a thread about tires blowing, well mine popped while I was riding. I had just used a bike shops air hose and when I got on I knew there was too much pressure… I was just about to stop and let some air out when POP! To any bystanders it probably appeared to be some kind of assassination, as there was a loud BANG and then I hit the ground.
That was my first UPD off my new Nimbus, I did a nice tuck and roll and came out of it with a scrape on my arm. I’m not sure of my speed, I …