Tubeless/tubed compatibility questions
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Tubeless/tubed compatibility questions
So what combo's of tubless vs clincher MTB tires/wheels work together? You can get the Stan's tubless kits for "regular" rims, but can you use a standard clincher tire? Or do you have to use a tubeless tire?
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Originally Posted by vw addict
So what combo's of tubless vs clincher MTB tires/wheels work together? You can get the Stan's tubless kits for "regular" rims, but can you use a standard clincher tire? Or do you have to use a tubeless tire?
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I just finished mounting up a new set of Maxxis Crossmark LUST tires on my new Mavic rims. Easy enough to do, especially if you have ever mounted motorcycle tires by hand, lol! This is the first set of UST tires that I have used and I guess I should add the Stans sealant to try and prevent flats from thorns, etc. Does the Stans make a mess on the inside of rims?
I also have a pair of Michelin UST tires I would like to put on a standard set of rims. I guess this will work if I use tubes?
I also have a pair of Michelin UST tires I would like to put on a standard set of rims. I guess this will work if I use tubes?
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Stans is made so you can use regular tires on regular rims. If you go to stans web site (notubes.com) and look around, you'll find a list of recommended and not recommended tire brands.
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Thanks guys. What about running a mix of tubeless/tube rims/tires? I know the beads are different, but can it be done? Not that I am going to do it, just wondering. I know nothing about tubless so just trying to ejibicate myself.
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Thanks guys. What about running a mix of tubeless/tube rims/tires? I know the beads are different, but can it be done? Not that I am going to do it, just wondering. I know nothing about tubeless so just trying to ejibicate myself.