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06-18-07, 07:03 AM
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Tubes...
Ok guys,
I'm wanting to invest in some spare tubes. What is your favorite tubes and where do you get them, your LBS or mail order? Why are they your favorite tube?
Thanks,
Ray
I'm wanting to invest in some spare tubes. What is your favorite tubes and where do you get them, your LBS or mail order? Why are they your favorite tube?
Thanks,
Ray
06-18-07, 07:18 AM
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Whatever they give me when I ask for a 700x23 tube.
I've tried some latex tubes twice, both times failing miserably.
I've tried some latex tubes twice, both times failing miserably.
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06-18-07, 07:23 AM
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I buy at the LBS. I hope their tubes are relatively fresh. Not sure about mail order. If there is a choice I prefer Kenda to Bontrager. I buy 32s and 35 for my commuter bike. I find all the skinny tubes I need along the roads and patch them. Latex tubes do not even make good slingshots or bunjee cords.
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The resale's not very good, so tubes would be a terrible investment.
I usually get the Michelin Aircomp Ultralights from my local Performance.
I usually get the Michelin Aircomp Ultralights from my local Performance.
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Originally Posted by voltman
The resale's not very good, so tubes would be a terrible investment.
I usually get the Michelin Aircomp Ultralights from my local Performance.
I usually get the Michelin Aircomp Ultralights from my local Performance.
06-18-07, 07:57 AM
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Throw the stick!!!!
For my training wheels I use quality tubes, they are generally kenda's in a qbp box. For my race wheels I use Schwalbe extralite tubes (something like that) with 80mm valve stems.
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i used to use Michelin Aircomp Ultralights, but i've since switched to Bontrager Super Lites, and the only reason for the switch was because my LBS always has the Bontrager's in stock and is sometimes out of stock on the Michelin's. the Michelin's are great tubes though...
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Originally Posted by rayfrady
Ok guys,
I'm wanting to invest in some spare tubes. What is your favorite tubes and where do you get them, your LBS or mail order? Why are they your favorite tube?
Thanks,
Ray
I'm wanting to invest in some spare tubes. What is your favorite tubes and where do you get them, your LBS or mail order? Why are they your favorite tube?
Thanks,
Ray
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I got a 5 pack from Pricepoint
https://www.pricepoint.com/detail/109...--Set-of-5.htm
they are working out nicely.
https://www.pricepoint.com/detail/109...--Set-of-5.htm
they are working out nicely.
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Originally Posted by voltman
The resale's not very good, so tubes would be a terrible investment.
I usually get the Michelin Aircomp Ultralights from my local Performance.
I usually get the Michelin Aircomp Ultralights from my local Performance.
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I avoid Cyclepro brand. Every one I have tried (about 5 by now) had a slow leak. Aside from that, any reputable brand is fine with me. Specialized, Continental, Performance, etc.
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Thanks guys,
I was wanting to get several to keep on hand in case I needed them. I usually stock up on things.
I appreciate the info.
You all have a good day.
See ya,
Ray
I was wanting to get several to keep on hand in case I needed them. I usually stock up on things.
I appreciate the info.
You all have a good day.
See ya,
Ray
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I was going to order tubes online, but with a discount I get for being a member of a local cycling club it's a wash. I buy Bontrager Race Lites from the LBS in 3's.
