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Merlin said:
It was exactly that, instantaneous deflation.

The wheels underwent a recognized epoxy conversion to convert them to tubeless. The supplier recommended, supplied, and fitted a new rim, matched with the tyre.

Essentially what happened is that heat buildup, following a prolonged run, such as the highway one that were on, causes the diameter of the tyre to increase ever so slightly. When this happens, the tyre obviously moves up the face of the rim. As the combination recommended was ill suited to this application, the lock that would normally occur between the rim and the tyre was not as it should be. Once the diameter of the tyre increases beyond a certain point, the sidewall can no longer maintain its integrity, buckling inwards, which then burps out the air instantaneously. There is no discernible warning of the impending disaster.

Unfortunately coming off is a reality with biking, mojoman. I absolutely love being on two wheels though, powered or pedaled, and can't imagine a life without it. Sorry to hear that you've forgone biking. No doubt you miss it immensely.
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Got some mountain bikes instead....
:laugh:

As for that rapid loss of air...Ive seen that a few times with mountain bikers who run tubeless...they have the pressure too low...hit a rock, tyre bead breaks free from the rim and thats it...Down you go!
 
I ride a mountain bike too. ;-)

The tyres were inflated, and their pressures checked that morning. With my partner as pillion, and lightly laden luggage, we were at the higher, factory-recommended pressures.

This was not due to impact. It was the result of an incompatible rim and tyre combination.
 
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