The Clark Detachable Tire.

The Clark Tire Company, of Chicago,

111., have recently placed upon the market

a new detachable tire, differing considerably

from the usual tire of this description.

It is composed of a strut band, a casing

and an inner tubing.

The strut band is composed of a strip of

metal to which are attached a number of

struts so spaced and arranged that when

placed on the rim five of the struts engage

the openings in a standard rim.

The casing is made of the Para rubber

and constricting fabric; it is molded in

oval form to give it a compressed tread.

Upon each side of the casing is a chafing

roll so placed as to lie directly upon the

rim edges, thus preventing the rim from

coming in contact with the casing proper.

Eyelets are placed in the casing under the

chafing rolls and so spaced as to engage

the struts on the band.

The tube is said to be of extra heavy

construction.

The compressed tread is an advantage,

as by its means cuts or punctures have a

tendency to close immediately. The manufacturers,

however, do not claim a puncture

proof tire.

Repairs can be effected on the road, and

without the use of tools any part of the

casing can be released and the inner tube

withdrawn at the place punctured, a patch

applied and a permanent repair effected,

without the loss of much time.