Is there anything wrong with using a presta tube in a schraeder rim?
07-11-07, 01:08 PM
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Is there anything wrong with using a presta tube in a schraeder rim?
I want to mount a tube with a presta valve in a schraeder rim. Will that cause a problem? 17" Alex Birdy rim.
07-11-07, 01:14 PM
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Yes, the tube will pop because the hole in the rim is too large. However, there are adaptors you can buy that will reduce the hole diameter to fit a presta.
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07-11-07, 01:14 PM
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Nope, no problem. I've got two wheelsets running this way. I guess it would be bad with a high-pressure road tire, but it's fine for me on MTB rims with slicks at 60psi. No problems in 10+ years of service.
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I found this link thanks for answering.
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/79853-presta-tube-schraeder-rim.html
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/79853-presta-tube-schraeder-rim.html
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Originally Posted by urbanknight
Yes, the tube will pop because the hole in the rim is too large. However, there are adaptors you can buy that will reduce the hole diameter to fit a presta.
so no Michelin tubes.
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