Inner tubes are quite bulky
08-20-18, 06:09 AM
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Ever consider something like a fanny-pack ? They're generally low-weight, low bulk, and ride at your center-of-gravity. Or, instead of wearing one, you could lash the pouch to your handlebars. Even a smaller one should securely hold two tubes.
I've seen them at thrift stores (Goodwill,etc.) for next to nothing, it's worth a shot.
I've seen them at thrift stores (Goodwill,etc.) for next to nothing, it's worth a shot.
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Get a Revelate frame bag I put two long folded tubes in there easily. A small/medium saddle bag will hold a multi tool / tires levers ( Pedros ) easily. Bottle cages that slide the bottles in on the sides will go under the frame bag. A Relevate Gas Tank on top will provide more storage for cell phone, gps or whatever. Now I’m in the minority here but I live in a hot dry climate and the Osprey Raptor 10 is an awesome hydration pack. Ice packed water will last hours in 100+ heat and I know 
. Riding with a backpack is essential where I ride aka there is no refill stations. If so then bottles may do well. The Osprey hydration pack has adequate storage and is very comfortable. That’s all I have to say.
. Riding with a backpack is essential where I ride aka there is no refill stations. If so then bottles may do well. The Osprey hydration pack has adequate storage and is very comfortable. That’s all I have to say.
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This thread presents me with a real dilemma.
That Vittoria storage bottle is the best looking "bike bag" I've seen. I can't even think of a close second place.
The vast majority of my road rides are long enough to require 2+ water bottles or are with my 1year old on the trailer where storage isn't an issue.
I use a 70oz Camelback on gravel that has room for tube, pump, windbreaker, some tools, co2, high tech food, and I'm sure I'll manage to get more stuff in there once the weather cools down.
So I totally want that thing. There aren't 2 rides a year I would use it on.
That Vittoria storage bottle is the best looking "bike bag" I've seen. I can't even think of a close second place.
The vast majority of my road rides are long enough to require 2+ water bottles or are with my 1year old on the trailer where storage isn't an issue.
I use a 70oz Camelback on gravel that has room for tube, pump, windbreaker, some tools, co2, high tech food, and I'm sure I'll manage to get more stuff in there once the weather cools down.
So I totally want that thing. There aren't 2 rides a year I would use it on.
08-21-18, 10:12 AM
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Just to answer some of the very valid points raised. My rides are never more than 2 hours at the moment. I still have the option of a second water bottle on the top tube as the bike has three sets of bottle cage bosses on it. In addition, I have a 3-litre hydration pack if required.
As I've managed to fit the correctly sized tube within the tool bottle, I think the risks are lessened.
I always carry sufficient money with me to call a cab to get me home should I fail to get going in the event of a tyre puncture.
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@rosefarts: the Vittoria tool bottle is rather splendid if you can get all your items into it. I'd say it's roughly the same size as a 550ml water bottle. Being semi-rigid and with a flexible zipper, it's far easier to store contents securely and more easily compared to the hard plastic tool bottles. Also, the cost was very favourable when I bought it, and compared well with budget water bottles. I think they've changed the material a little and made it a bit thinner compared to the original Vittoria tool bottles (I have another one from several years ago which seems a little heavier and the shell a bit thicker).
As I've managed to fit the correctly sized tube within the tool bottle, I think the risks are lessened.
I always carry sufficient money with me to call a cab to get me home should I fail to get going in the event of a tyre puncture.
No wild animals in this urban wonderland!
@rosefarts: the Vittoria tool bottle is rather splendid if you can get all your items into it. I'd say it's roughly the same size as a 550ml water bottle. Being semi-rigid and with a flexible zipper, it's far easier to store contents securely and more easily compared to the hard plastic tool bottles. Also, the cost was very favourable when I bought it, and compared well with budget water bottles. I think they've changed the material a little and made it a bit thinner compared to the original Vittoria tool bottles (I have another one from several years ago which seems a little heavier and the shell a bit thicker).
08-21-18, 02:29 PM
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I found this video on YouTube on how to repack an inner tube to make its volume smaller. It also contains advice on slightly inflating a brand new tube and coating it with talcum powder which conditions it prior to repacking it.
I'm going to try this tomorrow as it contains some pretty good tips.
I'm going to try this tomorrow as it contains some pretty good tips.
