I saw these in a local dept. store the other day, and was wondering if anyone has used them before. I recently pinch flatted on 3 occaisions the other day, and was looking into these as a replacement. any feedback, good or bad is accepted.

Never heard of them. But unless they're solid rubber inserts you put inside your tire, it's not gonna do anything for pinch flatting.

You've said enough right there. Avoid them like loan sharks or you'll get a beating everytime.

If they're those thick plastic inserts that go around the tubes, they're somewhat effective, but you're better off buying some quality ones from an online retailer. I've heard good things about Spin Skinz and they're really lightweight, made of kevlar. But like I said.. nothing besides running extra pressure in your tires will help prevent pinch flatting.

Or running tubeless tires, which I highly recommend.



Another alternative is running Stan's sealant.

Here's thier website: more cheese than Wisconsin let me tell ya

I second the notion for Stan's!

L8R

[size=25px]They can be difficult to install and remove. You will likely need to take both beads off the rim to insure the tube is centered. Putting the first bead on the rim is easy, the second is more challenging, especially the last few inches. You will need to use wd-40 or soapy water as a lubricant to get the tires on and off. [/size]

[size=25px]You will notice an increase in rolling resistance, comparable to ascending a one or two percent grade on level ground. [/size]

[size=25px]You will have to measure the width of your tires from bead to bead with a tape measure before you buy them. Tires with the same size printed on the side can vary in width about an inch and a half and half and inch can be the difference between too tight or too loose and a good snug fit.[/size]

[size=25px]The increase in weight isn't really noticeable. [/size]

[size=25px]You will be saving money that would be spent on air filled tubes, pumps and patches. Eventually the solid tubes will pay for themselves [/size]

[size=25px]The solid tubes are essentially indestructible and you will have no fear of basically anything anymore, except for the bearings in your hubs getting wet and rusting.[/size]

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