(Part 3) Best bike tubes according to redditors
We found 140 Reddit comments discussing the best bike tubes. We ranked the 90 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 41-60. You can also go back to the previous section.
The 26" fractional size is a different diameter, will probably not work. The 26x1.75-2.25" will work better, however there are also tubes that have a range around 1.5". Also, I'm sure a bike shop has the exact tube you need for a similar price and you could get it today.
There are repair tubes which are not a closed ring and should allow you to change the tube without remvoing the wheel (my English fails me for a more accurate description atm). I also forgot their name.
Basically you pull the tire out of the rim bead, cut the old tube in half and put the new one in. Hardly ideal, but it should allow for fixing.
Okay here we go: http://www.gaadi.de
Hope you speak German m8. That site is not available in English. Also available on German Amazon: http://www.amazon.de/Fahrradschlauch-Französisches-Sclaverand-10317018-111/dp/B00FB0RESU
next edit: Another link, this time with international shipping: https://www.rosebikes.com/article/gaadi-butyl-atb-inner-tube-dunlop-valve-47-mm-for-622635-x-40-47--700-x-38-45-c/aid:717384
You need a 700x28 tube. They usually come in ranges, so either a 700x25-30 or a 700x28-35 will work. Also make sure you get the right valve, either schrader or presta. The correct valve length, usually in 32mm, 48mm, or 60mm, is determined by the section of your rim. The section is the distance between the outer wall of the rim and the holes where the nipples show through. Shraders usually come in a standard valve length of 32mm, but there are 48mm valves available. If presta, you can always get the longest valve to play it safe, like this with the 60mm option.
These tubeless valve stems cost $13.
That’s cheaper than 2 tubes
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This is a really stupid question, but I'm trying to find a puncture resistant tube for my wheel. The tire says 700x40c, which I think is 28x 1" 5/8 in English...I'm pretty bad at finding things online, but I couldn't find a self-sealing tube by Slime that fit this size on Amazon, or a puncture-resistant one by Bell. Those are the only brands I know of that are somewhat-reputable. I think my fault was buying a hybrid instead of picking a road or mountain bike, it seems like the tires are really odd-sized.
I found this listing, but I don't know if it's worth buying it based on how little reviews it has. Should I just buy two regular $6 tubes and pray I don't get yet another flat?
We ordered this one and DH was able to replace the tube
Slime Smart Tube Schrader Valve Bicycle Tube (16 x 1.75-2.125), 2 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GCFP994/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_x58rzbA5GX0V3
It's easy to find online at walmart or amazon...
18" tires are hard to come by because they aren't exactly "standard"
I believe this product will be a suitable replacement for you.
Tubes here
NINJA Edit: 355 is your inner diameter of your tire (in mm) and 62 is the nominal bead width.
Continental 700c Bicycle Tube, 28/47 40mm Schrader Valve https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AKYHVNK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_IwnXAbYYKGCNF
Thank you very much for your advice, I just picked out a 700x40c tire. Should I be okay with my current tubes, or get something like this:
http://www.amazon.com/SunLite-Inner-35-40mm-Presta-Valve/dp/B004EZOTIQ/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1409860788&sr=8-6&keywords=700x40c+tube
What are good brands of inner tubes? I need to replace mine, but don't have much experience with different brands. I've been having a look at Amazon and would Sunchase be alright? (700x35 sizing)
Almost any rim/tire combo can be made tubeless. Save some money and buy the tape on it's own: http://www.amazon.com/Scotch-Film-Strapping-Tape-8896/dp/B00QVIBIMO
You just need valves and sealant now.
If that doesn't work, go the sliced 20" tube route. Either should work fine, the tape is a more elegant solution.
Road bikes are great lighter the easier it is to ride, it might be worth getting slime tyres to stop punctures, I have a triangle bag that goes inside the frame that I put a small pump and a multi tool in + my lunch on a weekday.
I would recommend two thick D locks to use when parking, I thread the 'D' through the bag buckles and keep the keys and lock in the Bag.
for weather gear you need a rain layer warm layer and sweat layer to keep out the cold. waterproof gloves, goggles or eye protection.
Fenders would be a good choice as well to stop mud flicking up.
Don't get a mountain bike, really not very easy to ride and heavy. Also lights
What u/phatbrasil said.
The reason a neckweight is the best, is that your positive buoyancy comes from your lungs. The rest of your body is neutral. So the weight to counteract that positive buoyancy should be placed close to the lungs, or else your position in the water will be skewed.
If you have perfect, neutral buoyancy, but skewed, you will be correcting your position with every stroke. that's a waste of energy, and one more thing on your mind. And the whole point of freediving is to be able to forget EVERYTHING but the feeling of total freedom :-)
Pro tip: when you fill the inner tube with lead shot, use a tube for mountain bike tires ( http://www.amazon.com/Venzo-Mountain-Inner-Tubes-26x1-5/dp/B006WRVY9Q)
That should be able to hold at least 2 kg.
If you're looking for more weight, either find a bigger tube, or do this:
when you've poured the maximum amount of lead shot into the tube, close the end you've poured into as well ( with a zip tie, or a clip of sorts) Then start massaging the lead shot towards the other end. some use compressed air to blow up the tube, and then the lead shot just falls into place, and you can pour in some more. I've managed to fill 4,5 kg's of leads shot into a mountain bike tire tube.
Only remember to use some duct tape to stabilize the tube afterwards, or else it will break eventually. And you dont want to spend an hour picking up lead shot from the floor of the local swimming pool. (although it was good apnea exercise :-) )
The downward angle of the top tube just makes the bike easier to ride by setting you up with a more upright position, it has nothing to do with the bike being more or less manly.
Basically, your bike needs a new tube, I'd be amazed if you need a tire. But assuming you need both, you can buy those online and install them yourself. It is a very basic skill that you SHOULD learn, I normally never ride my bike without an extra tube.
Your bike needs a tune up and it would be good.. No reason to buy a new one. But it seems to me like you are looking for validation here to go and buy a new one, if that's so then just do it. But before you do, look at your budget and what you can get there and not the first bike you see at your LBS. There's a lot of choices out there, both new and used and you're limiting yourself to the first thing you saw.
Just type in your tire size (36x700c), and you’ll find a bunch of tubes that should work.
Here’s one: Continental 700c Bicycle Tube, 32-42, 42mm Presta Valve https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0068FAVG4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PyJkDbRK8K32B
Edit: 700 x 35 was provided by some friendly Redditors! Would this work? (Amazon Link) Michelin Airstop
Also, wondering what the numbers designate. Is 700 the circumference?
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Trek 7100 Alpha Aluminum2010~
17.5" Frame
Serial: WTU187C2132E
SRAM X-3 (Don't know what it's called)
RST 2" Travel (shocks?)
Hybrid tires.
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So basically, I haven't been able to use this bike for years. I've been moving around so much it's been in horrible storage condition. I want to clean and tune it up. I'll be you tubing most of it. We don't have any reliable bicycle shops close to where I live now. Recognize I will probably need to invest in some tools.
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What I could make out on the tires was 622 x 20 Bontrager. There is also a thin strip of rubber that covered the spoke rivets? that has come apart.
Looking for new tube. Wondering if these tires are still servicable? They seem ok to me. I also need to know where to get that piece of rubber that covers the tube. Above all else, can't figure out if this is a 20" tube and tire.
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If I'm missing any key information to help assist, let me know! I've contacted the downtube in Albany NY to see if they have any record on my purchase.
Thinking about it, I only removed the tubes with the lever, not used it to put it back.
Yeah, 5 in a row is what got me to start the thread.
Is this the one you're talking about?
https://www.amazon.com/Schwalbe-Bicycle-Tube-Schraeder-1-125-18/dp/B00488V79I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497262820&sr=8-1&keywords=Schwalbe+AV4
If there was no tangible difference companies wouldn't make tubes in the size increments they currently do. It's fine if you want to run the wrong sized tubes, but don't encourage others to.
/u/mrlugnut62 this is what you need https://www.amazon.com/Diamondback-700x35-Schrader-Valve-Bicycle/dp/B00MJYP7C6