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In Part 1 I described the differences in construction of the two types of tires themselves. Building on that knowledge I will explain the advantages and disadvantages of each type of tire construction in regard to actual use. Again, we will start off the discussion with the pros and cons of clincher tires.

Clinchers:

All tires have tube, right? So why are some tires called tubulars and others clinchers? What is the advantage one has over another? Why should I care either way?

First a little lesson on the differences between tubular tires and clinchers. I will start with clinchers since most people are riding those and that is what the majority of bikes come with.