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Old 04-08-20, 10:14 AM
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Originally Posted by nuclear90
I'm using a frame style pump. I can hear a slight hissing sound coming from the tire.

What type of tube do I need to buy?
Tubes are sold in ranges that match the sidewall information. You'll want a tube for 559 (26") tires, that has the same stem, likely in a 1.5-2.0 size. Buy a patch kit just in case your old tube just needs a patch. You can use it as a backup tube.

Regardless, try and find the hole in the tube, and check the corresponding location in the rim and tire for the cause of the hole. Putting on a new tube on will result in a new hole if you don't correct the cause.
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