Mountain Biking - bombproof tubes?

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KonaSmoker
07-23-04, 09:23 AM
well i am going with some armadillo slicks for the streets, but wanted to match them with some reliable puncture resistant tubes. i want to stay away from the slime stuff. anyone use the michelin air+ tubes? i am a little leery after reading so many negative reports on the tires as of late...

DrGonzo
07-23-04, 11:06 AM
I buy the thicker thorn resistant tubes and slime em, goats heads can goto hell now, i run over them with no problem, muwahaha.
Gerst240
07-24-04, 07:16 AM
Use a set of downhill tubes, they will add some weight but they are well worth it.

KonaSmoker
07-24-04, 11:13 AM
Use a set of downhill tubes, they will add some weight but they are well worth it.

any particular one?
Gerst240
07-24-04, 06:33 PM
It really doesnt matter i preffer to use Maxxis, but im sure any brand will hold up.
willtsmith_nwi
07-28-04, 04:19 PM
It really doesnt matter i preffer to use Maxxis, but im sure any brand will hold up.

I use Kenda (they come in Avenir boxes). They're 100% worth it.

I only get flats from the belts on my tires busting and poking the tube. I've NEVER had these tubes go down during a ride.
KonaSmoker
07-28-04, 06:13 PM
hmm.

anyone use the bontrager thorn resistant or the michelin air +? i am a little hesitant to go with the michelin since i have heard so many horror stories about their tires on the board.