Thread: Velcro tread
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Unread 14-09-2014, 22:38
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Re: Velcro tread

I doubt Velcro would make a good tread even if it were legal, for 3 reasons:

1. Its durability and stickiness decrease drastically with use.

2. It would generate a ridiculous amount of rolling resistance.

3. It might make turning a lot more difficult (not sure about this one).