INNER TUBES GROUPTEST

Inner tubes

The humble inner tube can mean the difference between enjoyable riding and a world of dirty fingers and kerb-side cursing. And finding the right tube for the right situation is becoming more important now there are so many different types of tyre from which to choose.

Tubes made from butyl are more prevalent, while latex has more specialised applications. The latter promises greater resistance to punctures and improved ride quality, although we couldn?t attest to either in our testing.

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