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Old 08-28-10 | 09:58 AM
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Originally Posted by prathmann
Sure, but the OP is mainly looking to prevent the gradual loss of air due to diffusion through the tube rubber. Thicker tubes clearly do have an advantage there although 'thorn-proof' tubes are generally only thicker on the outer side and not on the side toward the rim. Also make sure you get the tubes in a wide size so they aren't stretched when inflated inside the tire.
I have the bad habit of using the same 700X25 tubes for everything, and they work just fine in my touring bike with 35mm wheels. There is no difference in air loss, no difference in number of flats, and no real difference in feel. The key difference is it's a little finicky to install, and the spare tube is much, much smaller.
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