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    Should I go back to tubes?

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    2. Weary_Abrocoma_1175 on

      I’d stick to tubeless on that rig. I’d maybe even go bigger tires if possible with lower pressure. But really, you’re right in the middle IMO. Tubed or tubeless is fine.

    3. tennyson77 on

      I had a friend who went tubeless and hated it. I have no issue with tubes. If it ain’t broke…

    4. Reynolds531IPA on

      Sick bike. I’d put that hand pump down by your drink cages. Much less in the way.

    5. Reynolds531IPA on

      I still ride tubes. I’ve never ridden tubeless. I’ve also heard it’s great, but I just don’t have the confidence in them that I have with carrying a spare tube/patch kit. I haven’t had a flat on my gravel or road bikes for an entire season. (Everyone’s riding mileage, speed, terrain will vary).

      Do you have to add air before every ride like you go with tubes?

    7. dungeonsandderp on

      Sounds like the tube vs tubeless isn’t your issue but your non-puncture-resistant tires. 

      I don’t know if they make tubeless tires as resistant as some tube tires, but I’ve rarely had a flat riding through streets laden with broken glass for 10 years since I got decent tires (both Gatorskins and Marathon+ have worked well) 

    8. BoringBob84 on

      I think that if I had big MTB tires, tubeless would make sense, if for no other reason than weight savings.

      However, it is a lot of hassle and expense. For hybrid and road bikes, tubes seem like a better compromise, especially if I have tire liners to prevent most punctures.

    9. yangbanger on

      Something’s not right. If your front tire isn’t sealing properly it may need to be re-taped. Once it has sealant and is sealed properly you won’t get flats from thorns and debris.

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