Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - Installing tires and tubes.

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bxboogie
08-25-10, 08:34 AM
This is my first time dealing with road rims, tubes and tires. First how do I inflate a presta valve? Second how do i properly install the tube? And finally, is the installation off the tire the same as that of a wider mtb rim and tire? Thanks

TejanoTrackie
08-25-10, 08:44 AM
To inflate a presta valve tube, unscrew the little knob on the end of the valve, and either use a pump with a presta head or screw on a presta to schrader adapter and use a pump with a schrader head. Your MTB undoubtedly has a schrader valve tube. Installation of tire and tube is no different than on your MTB or any other clincher tire and tube.
bxboogie
08-25-10, 08:55 AM
thanks, I'll have to stop by the shop and buy an adapter. I was also wondering if it is possible to add links to a chain. I bought a partially complete bike that just needed wheels. the chain for my purposes is too short, but its a really high quality chain and I don't want to just get rid of it. Is there anyway to add links to the chain?

TejanoTrackie
08-25-10, 09:06 AM
Is there anyway to add links to the chain?

Yes. You'll need to get a few spare links from your lbs and either have them install it or buy a chain tool. You need to get the same size links as your current chain, either 1/8 (track and BMX) or 3/32, which is normally used on geared bikes but also sometimes on SSFG.