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Product name Bicycle Tires
Description This recall involves Torelli Verona and Lugano Open Tubular bicycle tires with folding Kevlar beads, used to hold the tire to the rim. A red and white label on the side wall of the Verona model has "Torelli Verona 700 X 23 100-130 psi Handmade Open Tubular" printed on it. A green and white label on the lowed edge of the Lugano model has "Torelli Lugano 700 X 23 100-130 psi handmade Open Tubular" printed on it. The tires are packaged in red and white boxes with the Torelli logo on the front. 
Problem The tire can separate from the wheel, resulting in a flat tire. This can cause the rider to lose control and fall. 
Distribution Nationwide at bicycle specialty stores. 
Company Torelli Imports - 800-523-6604; Web site - www.torella.com 
Dates sold February 2005 through July 2005. 
Date posted 08/30/2005 
 

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