Bike tire keeps popping on NEW rims? What's happening?

[moderncyclista]

Thanks ladies.

I did not install any of these tires. It was my LBS. I know he said it kept puncturing in the same spot again and again. On either side of the valve. Strange thing is, it's been BOTH of the rims. But only AFTER we replaced the tires with Kevlar ones. (Again, oh the irony. Alanis Morrissette style irony, but still.) "Your bike tire pops, when you've already paid."

Took it in to the LBS. The rims I picked are basic with sealed bearing hubs and nice spokes. But I guess Weinmann DP18s aren't exactly well-made. I was told to leave the sticker on the rims by some friends because it hides the ugly welds underneath.

You get what you pay for. *sadLOL*

We'll see if the LBS can get things straight before the St.Pat's Day Parade here! Our cycle-project group were planning on riding in a big group in the parade. I put some more green accents on the bike in anticipation. Hopefully, it will be ready to go by then.

If not, I can ride another.

Thank you for the advice. So, so much.

Anyone else have some thoughts?

[moderncyclista]

Um, new rims perhaps?

Just did a Google, and found this on these rims.

Mentions the necessity of tightening the spokes and a couple of other set-up issues.

Well, if there is a problem with the rims. I know my LBS will make it right. They may not make my St. Pat's deadline, but they haven't let me down yet. And I had to deal with Trek warranty issues before. If you buy enough bike stuff, you're bound to get a defect from time to time. OR buy cheap, when you shouldn't have.

Oh, well. It will all work out, I'm sure. Maybe the spokes are too tight and poking through the rim too far????? I hope they figure it out.

[tulip]

I assume they used rim tape...but you might want to check.