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ernihumberto

07-07-17 02:24 PM

tubeless

Do I need rim tape for tubeless ready rims?

katsup

07-07-17 03:41 PM

Depends if the store/person installed it previously. From what I understand bikes are rarely sold with rim tape installed.

justin70

07-08-17 03:31 PM

Yes for tubeless ready mountain rims. I know this is mtb forum, but just FYI some road tubeless are designed so there are no internal spoke holes and rim tape isn't used.

AVLThumper

07-19-17 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ernihumberto (Post 19702804)

Do I need rim tape for tubeless ready rims?

You'll likely need tape, valves, sealant and tubeless ready tires. An air compressor will be helpful for setting the beads.

Gallo

07-20-17 10:09 AM

tubeless ready usually indicates that a permanent plastic is installed around the rim and tape is not needed

hyhuu

07-20-17 12:56 PM

For tubeless ready rim, tape is needed. For UST rim, tape is not needed.

In other words, if you can see the spoke holes then tape.

Mountain Mitch

07-23-17 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hyhuu (Post 19732874)

For tubeless ready rim, tape is needed. For UST rim, tape is not needed.

In other words, if you can see the spoke holes then tape.

Or if there is anti-friction tape over spoke holes, then remove and tape.

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