Hi,

I'm new to the forum and have a lot of questions that I've been able to answer without actually posting -- I've read through a lot of threads and have found a whole faunt of information here that I'm really grateful for...

However, there's some discussion happening between dh and I over why the pros don't use tubular tires. With the new "tape" glue and the technology that makes it almost impossible to flat, why is everyone on regular tires?

What we've been told by people who love them (um, total number of 2): They don't flat, they're faster (more air in them = less friction = less drag), they're easier to change and they're all you'll ever want in a tire.

BUT! It seems no one competing ever uses them. We've got some long distance triathlons coming up this year and we're wondering whether or not it'd be a good idea to try them out. Any comments?

Thanks!