Can I use a a presta tubeless kit in Schrader rims
11-06-20, 12:32 PM
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Can I use a a presta tubeless kit in Schrader rims
I recently pre-ordered the specialized Rockhopper 2021 which has Schrader valves, and I would like to convert it to tubeless as soon as I get it. Does anyone know if I can use a presta kit or if not, and if I can't how do I get Schrader valves? I've never done a tubeless conversion so Im new to this, any help is appreciated!
11-06-20, 01:03 PM
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Schrader kits are available. I will guess it may be possible to use a presta adapter and presta kit, but will depend on if you can get an airtight seal around the adapter.
11-06-20, 02:11 PM
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Are the rims tubeless ready? I honestly don't know how common schrader valve installations in tubeless ready rims are. For me personally, I will not mess around trying to set up tubeless if the rims are not tubeless or tubeless ready.
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11-10-20, 02:00 PM
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Spend a few hundred dollars more and get the Rockhopper that has presta value and tubeless ready rims.... and tires.
11-10-20, 02:21 PM
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People have been converting wheels to tubeless for years even before there was such a thing as "tubeless ready."
11-12-20, 03:28 PM
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11-12-20, 03:36 PM
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OP: you can buy Schrader tubeless valves. In fact, I filed my Presta rims a bit larger to fit Shrader valves in for tubeless. It is just a hair size difference anyway.
11-12-20, 03:48 PM
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What does the size of the hole have to do with it being TR? the TR-technology is in the rim/tire interface part of the rim.
OP: you can buy Schrader tubeless valves. In fact, I filed my Presta rims a bit larger to fit Shrader valves in for tubeless. It is just a hair size difference anyway.
OP: you can buy Schrader tubeless valves. In fact, I filed my Presta rims a bit larger to fit Shrader valves in for tubeless. It is just a hair size difference anyway.
11-12-20, 03:52 PM
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Not directly on point, but following argues Schrader preferred for inflation and mechanical strength:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vjMRj0jEef0
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vjMRj0jEef0
