Tireloc

Tireloc an interesting gadget being imported by well known Rangie identity, Roger Smith. The device consists of a kevlar bag (red/ pink) which contains an inner tube, which is inflated through a second valve. Pressure in the tube forces the bag against the tyre bead, thus locking it to the wheel rim. The tyre itself is inflated through a slightly modified valve in the normal position.

There is no effect on the road at normal tyre pressures, but off-road at low speeds the tyre can be run at just a few psi without it coming off the rim. It is even possible to run a tyre (for a few metres only) at zero pressure, e.g. to get out of deep sand. (Tyres should still not be run at low pressure for long distances or heat will build up and cause damage.) Apart from the extra hole in your rim, the hole in your pocket is about au$270 per wheel as of [2000].
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