One more step in the name of speed

By VeloNews.com
Published Jun. 30, 2011

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One more step in the name of speed — Garmin-Cervelo head mechanic Geoff Brown explained that Mavic's CX-01 tire is designed specifically for the new wheel. The mechanic glues it to the rim as usual, but once the tire is on the rim, this foam ring is installed into a groove in the carbon rim. Photo: Nick Legan

Garmin-Cervelo head mechanic Geoff Brown explained that Mavic’s CX-01 tire is designed specifically for the new wheel. The mechanic glues it to the rim as usual, but once the tire is on the rim, this foam ring is installed into a groove in the carbon rim. Photo: Nick Legan