Fixed Gear Crit asked pro mechanic Rob Van den Brand on glueing tubular tires, particularly important when racing fixed gear crits: "What do you think of taping tubes?" – FGC "It is ok for training but I would never recommend it for racing. However, we sometimes do use tape as an extra, between the first and second layer of glue" – ROB Check out all of Rob's invaluable tips in this extensive interview, link in profile. (Ph: @jeredgruber)