Originally Posted by
mopatz
Is this an effective conversion for someone like me that is trying to get into biking more? Is the performance worth the conversion. I am looking at this for shedding some weight do to some long steep verticals and better control on the down slope.
Switching to tubeless to save weight is not very cost effective. You are saving less than the weight of a tube on each wheel. Remember that you have to add the rim strip and sealant, both of which offset some of the removed tube weight.
If you want to reduce weight, look into carrying less water or gear with you on the trail.
Tubeless tires are most beneficial to reduce flats and allow you to run very low pressures for increased traction without pinch flatting.