Which 700 x 23 inner tubes to go for...

[youngoldbloke]

It may just be in my head then, but I think a lighter, quality tube has an impact on the ride characteristics and acceleration. Nice light tubes in a nice light tyre go faster and make a great whooshy noise

+1

 

[Basil.B]

Continental, just for the yellow dust caps!

 

[Zakalwe]

Dust caps? So not pro darlings. Unless you're looking to shave a few grams I'd say get whatever is cheapest.

 

[vickster]

I just ordered 3 tubes from Cyclesurgery, 5% off with quidco and free delivery. Couldn't see much in the way of a deal to beat that I am hoing not to need them, nor the tyre levers I ordered at the same time

 

[Zakalwe]

Carry all three around with you at all times and I can garuantee you will never need to use them

 

[vickster]

Sounds like a cunning plan!

 

[DCLane]

CycleSurgery do Specialized tubes at 3 for £10. Including long stem ones and the "Ultralites" which are usually £8 each. Seemed like a decent deal.

Thanks - got a set 2 sets (std long & ultralite)

 

[youngoldbloke]

I find the valves on the Michelin tubes work better. Also no thread on the valve stem so you dont have to worry about a lock nut, and the rubber grommet in your push-on pump adaptor doesn't get ruined. Valve caps are not strictly necessary - they don't prevent air loss - the valve should do that. Their main function is to protect the folded tube from damage by the valve.
(and, of course, seeRule #60)http://www.velominati.com/the-rules/#60

 

[Omario7]

I bought 2 btwin long valve tubes from my local decathlon yesterday@£2.99 each. Needed a quick fix as i then went on a steady 24 miler thereafter.

By the way, i currently have a decent pump that i also bought from decathlon last year. It worked well on my hybrid, but i somehow dont think it will work as good on my 700 x 23's. What would you recommend as i will need to pump upto 120psi?...

 

[slowride]

The Lezyne Pressure Drive seems to be best-in-class small pump. Fits in jacket pocket or saddle bag easy.

http://m.bikeradar.com/gear/categor...ct/review-lezyne-pressure-drive-pump-11-45358

 

[Rob500]

I get the Btwin 700 18-25 presta long valve inner tubes at Decathlon at £2.99. In fact I'd a £3 reward voucher to use so I rode over there today to get one.

 

[HovR]

Cheapest on offer. My last pair were a mystery brand bought off eBay, turned out to be "SunRace" when they arrived. They hold air just like the Specialized/Conti/Michelin etc etc do.

 

[darth vadar]

Are those slime filled inner tubes any good?

 

[ianrauk]

Are those slime filled inner tubes any good?

For MTB's yes, for higher pressure tyres, not so much.

 

[Omario7]

I agree. I have slimes for my hybrid but wouldnt recommend for road, as they weigh more than normals...