As much as some of us like to Jump off stairs, ramps ETC. we can't avoid tires going Flat.. These Latex CX Tubes are supposed to be lighter and Pinch/ Puncture resistant. but supposedly you need to re-pump them as they leak..
Has anyone tried these? I wonder how often they need to be re-pumped? is it even worth it? $12.95 for a tube is a bit steep but if the life is longer then maybe it's worth it.
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I've tried them with the Challenge clinchers which supposedly is to give you a ride as close to a tubular as you can get from a clincher. The concept seems to make sense and on the bike the tire/tube combo seems pretty supple. I have run between 40-45 inflation and have not flatted them yet. I think they give me a good ride and plenty of traction especially on those nasty off-cambers. Word of caution though, these tubes are real easy to pinch when you install them. I learned and expensive lesson on my first try. Second time I made sure I used plenty of lubricant on the rim and bead (Windex works great) and got them on by hand, no tools.
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