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		moneywoes on Oct 14, 2021 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Michelin Airless Is there a reason this technology is not used on bikes which weigh a lot less?

happyopossum on Oct 14, 2021 [–]

Because for a bike it's much simpler - make the tire solid, or a reasonably solid foam, and you're done.

These have been available for years - look at Tannus for a good example.

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