Leak detection with latex tubes
I tried Michelin latex tubes and liked them. Better road feel and maybe a little faster. I also thought that they were a little harder/slower to flat. I don't care that they lose a little air overnight. However I had a couple of slowish leaks with them. I popped in a new tube, but when I got home and went to patch them, I couldn't find the leak, even in the sink. If I inflated them like I would a butyl tube to like 1.5", they blew a balloon on one spot, probably weakening the tube. So I couldn't find the leak. Impossible to see on inspection, and I couldn't add enough pressure to blow bubbles.
These are much too expensive to toss after a flat. I usually limit butyl tubes to 6 patches. Anyone with experience?
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