Originally Posted by
john gault
However, when I was in there the guy showed me a Bontrager tube that was very thick and heavy duty. Anyone ever use this type of tube? It cost about $7.00 and is compatible with 700 x 35 -- 44c.
I have tried the thick heavy duty tubes, and didn't like them in my road bike. They add weight while not adding too much puncture resistance. My daughter's mountain bike has one in the back tire, but she doesn't ride fast so it doesn't impact her. Some local shops in my area have recommended them, but then again some shops recommend Mr. Tuffy liners instead of puncture resistant tires. My son's bike has a set of Mr. Tuffys in his tires, but that is because we can't find any good street tires for his 24" wheels. I won't run the tuffy liners in my road bike tires. I would recommend ordering a good set of tires and using them with lightweight tubes instead of running the heavy duty tubes.
I like GatorSkins on my road bike, and Conti Contacts on my daily commuter.