New Campagnolo Shamal Millie Wheelset as Tubeless Setup?

[mnmasotto]

I have already proposed this question to Campagnolo USA and our favorite European Campy rep here on this forum but have not yet received a response.

Can I use a tubeless setup with my new 2015 Campagnolo Shamal Millie wheelset. The aluminum rims seem to have the approapriate tire seating groove and the spoke holes are absent. It appears as though it should be a seemless setup for tubeless tires. However, I have a concern that some of the chemicals in the tire sealant may damage the Electrochemical Blackened Coating on the rim set.

[5 8 5]

Looking at the product page 2-Way Fit isn't mentioned so I would say no.

[mnmasotto]

Looking at the product page 2-Way Fit isn't mentioned so I would say no.

Yes, that is correct. However, my local shop owner (who sold me the wheels) says I should be fine. Since the forum members here have so much experience with these type of issues I thought I would get a few more opinions.

[mattyNor]

Use a non-alkaline type sealant like the continental stuff and that should prevent any damage to any coating

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[5 8 5]

I'm surprised anyone from Campagnolo would say it was okay to use tubeless tyres on a non-tubeless rim.
I assumed for liability purposes they would just say no.

Can you rely on your local rep to honour the warranty if you needed it in the future?

[mnmasotto]

Hello Mark,

Thank you for your Email. The Shamal Mille is a Clincher ONLY wheel set.
Do not attempt to run these as a tubeless set up. These wheels do not
Have the Tubeless technology Engineered into the rim!.

Thank you for again and,

Best Regards,

Jerry Ott Customer Service Rep
Campagnolo North America Inc.
5431 Avenida Encinas, Suite C
Carlsbad, CA. 92008