Tell me again that tubeless is stupid
#77
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I think there are 100 different opinions as to tubeless or not tubeless. I actually run both, tubeless on my gravel and tubes on my road bike, both seem to work just fine and I don't have an issue with either.
#79
I can’t imagine it being a permanent solution like a self-sealed or plugged tubeless tyre usually is. But I have no personal experience with sealant in tubed tyres, so I could be wrong.
#80
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Thanks for the congrats, but bragging was not the point, as I suspect many bf'ers regularly do more impressive rides.
The point, as outlined in the original post, is that my riding conditions are mine -- and in those conditions, I benefit from tubeless tires. The post is addressed to those bf'ers who can't fathom that other people may not ride for the same reasons, or on the same roads, as they do.
As for the OT posts about pool noodles and injecting sealant into tubes...well, that's just the sort of dross that lands in almost every bf thread.
The point, as outlined in the original post, is that my riding conditions are mine -- and in those conditions, I benefit from tubeless tires. The post is addressed to those bf'ers who can't fathom that other people may not ride for the same reasons, or on the same roads, as they do.
As for the OT posts about pool noodles and injecting sealant into tubes...well, that's just the sort of dross that lands in almost every bf thread.
Since this is a troll thread, this is the way to go. This and a Fanttik will take care of most of your flat issues.
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I carry a Dynaplug “Racer” kit in my jersey pocket, which is a bit more compact! 😂
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I carry that very kit in my car and actually had to use it for the first time ever just a few weeks ago. It was hard work with the wheel on the car (rear tyre puncture near inside edge) but it worked perfectly!
I carry a Dynaplug “Racer” kit in my jersey pocket, which is a bit more compact! 😂
I carry a Dynaplug “Racer” kit in my jersey pocket, which is a bit more compact! 😂
https://fanttik.com/products/x8-apex-tire-inflator
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#85
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I've been carrying a tube as backup. Never had to use it but now I'm pondering the potential mess. I've ordered a plug kit and I'm wondering if people also pack sealant and a valve core removal tool. Or can you count on enough sealant remaining in the tire? The fat tube is bulky, wouldn't mind ditching it.
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I've been carrying a tube as backup. Never had to use it but now I'm pondering the potential mess. I've ordered a plug kit and I'm wondering if people also pack sealant and a valve core removal tool. Or can you count on enough sealant remaining in the tire? The fat tube is bulky, wouldn't mind ditching it.
I do carry a couple of spare valve cores and a remover, but not sealant. It’s probably not a bad idea to carry a small bottle of sealant, but once you are at the plugging stage it doesn’t really matter. I doubt I would bother topping up the sealant again in that scenario. But I’m not touring or doing multi-day rides away from home. If I lose sealant, then I will just plug the hole, ride home and top up the sealant for the next ride.
Another useful thing to carry is a small tube of superglue. It can help to seal bigger cuts and even avoid having to plug a tyre, although using a Dynaplug is a very quick and usually permanent fix
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^^ I have gotten out of the habit of regularly filling very small cuts in my tires with super glue gel. I learned of it while watching pro mechanics do it to their racer's bikes. I need to get back to that.
#91
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Most of the premium sealants will not flow through a valve even with the core removed. Silca and Stans Race will plug the valve immediately.
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#97
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When I buy tires I do a lot of research on them before buying. When I encounter lots of reports that indicate "punctures easily" then I avoid buying those brands and models of tires.
#98
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The funny part is that you believe a sample size of n=1 -- in other words, a single anecdotal experience, with no context about my road conditions or anything else -- would tell you anything useful about the tire's puncture resistance.
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It's rare I pay retail for anything bike related. Recently purchased my Tufo Gravel Thunderos 700 x 44 for $44 each.