Originally Posted by
Roopull
The bad side of Prestas for commuting or long distance riding is the fact that every automobile air pump/compressor in the US is Schrader. As other have pointed out, if you don't have an adapter or your own pump, and you get a flat, you're just out of luck.
Problem is,some gas stations limit their compressors so people don't blow up their tires. Most car/motorcycle tires don't go past 40psi;that's a low pressure balloon tire,and pinch flats waiting to happen for skinny tires. I've also never been near a gas station when I've gotten a flat. What use is a gas station if you're on a MUP?
Originally Posted by
Roopull
If you're commuting, sealant in your tubes is a must. Cycle snobs will bash you for using it, but I've been riding on Slime for years & have yet to have a flat with the stuff in my tubes.
Had a bike that came with Slime tubes. Never again. Mess to deal with,and didn't prevent a flat. I've picked FOD out of proper puncture protected tires without getting a flat.