Just wonderring where I can find these, with the long 80mm stems. So far I’ve only seen short stemmed latex tubes.
Your LBS should be able to set you up or try a Google. I get mine from Quality Bicycle Supply.
Kevin S.
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Size doesn’t matter, but some men need a little extra. Ever thought of using one of these: Topeak Presta Valve Extender Standard, Valve lengthening made of aluminium for high profile rims and Aero-wheels, height: 4,3 cm.
I have 60mm, never have seen 80mm.
http://trisports.com/butu80st.html
Definitely eliminates a ton of hassle.
Edit: Actually, these are what I use:
http://www.amazon.com/Vredestein-Seamless-Butyl-Road-Tube/dp/B0000CA2G4
Those are not latex, as the OP asked…
Ever thought of using one of these: Topeak Presta Valve Extender Standard
I don’t want to use valve extenders…trying to cut down on the amount of extra junk carried on the bike. I want simple, reliable and fast tire changes - no messing around with extenders.
Your LBS should be able to set you up or try a Google. I get mine from Quality Bicycle Supply.
What brand are they? And are they latex? I’ll certainly order through my LBS, but they haven’t had any luck finding them in their order books yet.
The 80mm I use are Quality Tubes, sold by Quality Bicycle Products, out of Minnesota.
They are a standard wall, butyl tube, .9mm wall thickness and it comes in a red box.
Kevin S.
The only latex tubes you want are made by Michelin - the vittorias have crazy QC issues, so just get the michelins. They come in three varieties:
18/20c - 36mm valve
22/25c - 36mm valve
22/25c - “long” valve = ~56mm
I run the 18/20s with a long Problem Solver valve extender - these have a built-in o-ring and also a regular valve-style top so they are really easy to use. Remember to leave the valve on the tube open. If you drip some loctite on the threads of the valve before you open it, it will stay open forever.
Reply to: If you drip some loctite on the threads of the valve “before” you open it, it will stay open forever.
I’m a little slow…could you expand on this.
fast, very affordable
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my sincere apologies…
Reply to: If you drip some loctite on the threads of the valve “before” you open it, it will stay open forever.
I’m a little slow…could you expand on this.
yeah I didn’t get it the first time it was explained to me either.
close the valve on the tube you want to fix. looking at the valve, the threaded part sticks out the very top of the valve. this is where you apply the loctite. then, open the valve all the way - it will travel up the threaded part where you just applied loctite. when it is all the way open, make sure it stays there for a few minutes while the loctite cures. you’re set.
Got it thanks.