Inner tube recommendation

[cslwannabe]

Need to stock up on some spare inner tubes (700x35C) - saw what looked to be a good deal on Specialised tubes but then read a few people complaining about how the valves are easy to tear, although I guess a track pump would reduce the likelihood of this. Found a few recommendations for Scwhalbe tubes so edging towards these but also found some bargain Giant tubes, thorn resistant, so wondered if anyone else had any views? Thanks.

[Jimbo.]

IME there's little in it: most of them probably come from the same factories in India and China anyway!

However, that said, unless you absolutely need them, avoid valves with removable cores! They've a tendency to unscrew with the screw-on pumps (e.g. Lezyne) post inflation if you're not careful. Go on, ask me how I know

[McFsC]

Jimbo, I know what you're talking about. One nearly had my eye out and dented the car last week... Don't get them if you can help it. I won't be.

[gazza285]

I think mine are Continental ones, bought in bulk from your favourite on-line auction site.

[XG332]

I paid £9 for 6 tubes on wiggle.
Tubes don't really vary, more down to tyres for puncture resistance

[CoolC]

I paid £20 for 10 generic tubes from Wheelies.
http://www.mobile.wheelies.co.uk/p51914/Nutrak/10x...

The only time I've ever bought branded tubes (conti) they last no longer or appear any more puncture resistant than the cheapo so don't buy them.

Edited by CoolC on Sunday 24th February 08:39

[BadgerBenji]

I use Schwalbe tubes for everything, always found them to be good quality, and without too many seams or ridges so when you puncture you can repair it. Sensible length valves as well. The only time I differ is with cyclocross, run michelin latex tubes, lighter, less rolling resistance, more grip and seem much more resistant to pinch punctures at low pressures, tempted to look at tubeless for next season

[Rolls]

Specialized here... 3 for a tenner from cycle surgery!