How to Setup Tubeless Tires

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Күн бұрын

Setting up tubeless tires can look intimidating, but in this video we will guide you through the entire tubeless tire setup. Including taping the rims, adding sealant, and seating the tire to the wheel.
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Video contents:
00:00 Video Start
00:35 Preliminary Info
03:28 Procedure
03:43 Procedure: Wheel Prep
04:18 Procedure: Rim Taping
05:41 Procedure: Valve Installation
06:50 Procedure: Tire Installation
07:37 Procedure: Pouring in Sealant
07:57 Procedure: Tire Installation
08:56 Procedure: Seating the Tire
09:51 Procedure: Injecting Sealant
11:15 CHEERS!
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@Medic23451 21 күн бұрын

I want a full, 3min+ version of the tire shake. You've both earned your Musical Dance Experience.

@MrNoclimate 2 жыл бұрын

"You can tell that the tire is seated on the rim by the way that it is." Well that's neat.

@parktool 2 жыл бұрын

Is that an Aspen?

@blaster240_ 2 жыл бұрын

@@parktool did calvin get a raise for his good work yet?

@goahead3995 2 жыл бұрын

This is the most comprehensive video for tubeless tire setup!

@jamiestrathearn63 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant.. video saved to my play list.. I'll be going tubeless very soon...

@danielpowersdo6289 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Clear and concise. Thanks!

@explorer8888 2 жыл бұрын

My first MTB was a 1999 Trek that I still have in great shape. Upgraded to a new to me Giant. Tubeless tires, disk brakes, etc. I knew how to work on the old Trek. On the new one, not so much. The videos you are creating and uploading are instrumental to my learning process. They are very educational, funny, clear and the editing/post production guys are fantastic! Thank you so much. Subscribed!

@mavallarino 2 жыл бұрын

It’s been the same experience for me

@niceup1177 Жыл бұрын

well said

@lazurm Жыл бұрын

My only disappointment was the complete lack of any discussion on the expected quantum effects of tire sealing.

@SuperJohnnyO Жыл бұрын

Same here! Thanks!

@silence-humility-calmness Жыл бұрын

@@lazurm quantum?

@markhendrickson7795 Жыл бұрын

As always Park Tool, thank you for a great and informative video.

@parktool Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@gerryvanderweyden9227 Жыл бұрын

Comprehensive and well done. Thank you.

@borisvos1971 10 ай бұрын

The tash is strong in this one. Excellent video, thank you, helped me well on my way!

@scootosan 2 жыл бұрын

good educational video... to confirm the reasons I will continue to use tube tires...

@okatbikes4917 2 жыл бұрын

Damn, Calvin has moves! How to dance like Calvin series coming soon?

@russellduguesclin2001 17 күн бұрын

I did it on my Merida big nine 5000 ! It all went pretty smoothly which surprised me. Thanks guys

@jnerges 16 күн бұрын

this was really helpful, thank you.

@jamisonr Жыл бұрын

Got my tubeless tires on first try with this, thanks!

@mercerino 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the helpful video. Corniness included.

@jamesl.7657 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect. Amazing Sharing Technical Knowledge. Thanks

@Themilkmanskid. Жыл бұрын

Did mine yesterday and all's great so far, except I used the valve stem o-rings.....oppps. I'm going to take the o-rings off, and replace the nut w/o them, trying not to disturb the valve stem in any way when turning the nut off/on. Wish me luck! I've always had trouble in the past with the valve stem nuts coming loose and that is why I decided to try it with o-rings this time, then I finally found this vid which talks about them. A bit late, but better than not at all. Great vid!

@Snicker60515 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought a pair of tubeless tires for my brand new bike. Can't wait to give this a go. Of course, I'll always carry a spare tube in case something goes wrong during a ride. Be prepared for most anything on a ride... Great video! Just wish that KZfaq would still show the date the video was uploaded, like before...

@rustler08 Жыл бұрын

They do. Hover your mouse over where it shows "1 year ago", right next to the view count, and it shows it.

@YoMumzinnit 2 жыл бұрын

Just got a Turbo Tero, it came tubeless ready, I have gotten 4 flats in under 120 miles so I’m going tubeless with your direction.

@vkesler1878 2 жыл бұрын

The Park Tool vids are incredible!!! Very well done. Thank you!!!!

@One_-_Man-_-Clan Жыл бұрын

More like corny and annoying with this silly duo crap.

@Antidepressiva1980 Жыл бұрын

@@One_-_Man-_-Clan haters gonna hate. bye lonely boy

@cgc76 9 ай бұрын

You guys have the best videos! Thanks for this..

@Draculapin 2 жыл бұрын

whoa, I work in a bike shop and did not even know about the o ring... thanks guys

@BenLansdell 21 күн бұрын

It worked! Thanks! This was super easy to follow.

@swissarmychainsawadams9541 7 ай бұрын

Park Tool has the best videos! thanks team!

@davidmeier8860 6 ай бұрын

You guys are the best...thanks

@xj31 2 жыл бұрын

Talk about great timing, I just got a new set of wheels and tires and I am going to try setting those up this weekend. You guys make it look easy

@aaron___6014 2 жыл бұрын

Don't bother

@xj31 2 жыл бұрын

@@aaron___6014 too late, it's done

@spiloFTW 2 жыл бұрын

I am still not sold on this tubeless thing. Life seems easier whit tubes.

@MrPijus123 2 жыл бұрын

I'd rather top up sealant twice a year than swap tubes twice a month.

@dariusjackelson9915 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrPijus123 Why would you swap tubes twice a month?

@kenrik2105 Жыл бұрын

I’ve fixed hundreds of flats over the last 35 years, but noticed the vulcanizing glues now available don’t work as well. The patch doesn’t seal as well and prone to leaks. I used to replace the tube after 3 patches. Now I tend to throw tubes away unless it’s a very small leak (eg, thorn).

@jt0759 Жыл бұрын

Cleaning with alcohol is a great tip. Was having trouble seating an existing tire on an existing rim which I had previously used with the same combination. Deep cleaning for the win.

@Antidepressiva1980 Жыл бұрын

People always are surprised how much a deep clean is helping in so many situations. 👌

@MichaelFee-AUCF Ай бұрын

Fantastic video! Even a noob like me can do it after watching this. And really funny too!

@PunjabiCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

Top video guys, I used this video to setup my tubeless road tyres 25mm first time and that soapy water spray is a must to get them to seat on the rim, otherwise it doesn’t work and I had to use 1 tyre lever to get them on the rim much tighter fit for Road tubeless tyres than mountain bike ones…

@parktool 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@PunjabiCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

@@parktool managed to get them seated with a track pump no need for a tire booster...

@JRd941 9 ай бұрын

Oh boy I now need a WH1 in my life ❤

@djlespommes 11 ай бұрын

They used Peaty's sealant. Great stuff.

@timwallace3135 Жыл бұрын

nice video

@fra93ilgrande 10 ай бұрын

I run tubeless on both my bikes (one old 26 xc and one modern 29 xc) 🤤🔝 never coming back to tubes

@SonnyDarvishzadeh 2 жыл бұрын

10:20 if only I knew this secret step, it would have been much easier and more fun

@17fourU 10 ай бұрын

Agreed. Many secret facets of the mysterious world of bicycle mechanics.

@Velo1010 Жыл бұрын

Okay so I have learned a few new tips. One is to inflate the tire without the valve core. The other is apply soapy water to the bead. I currently use a foam painters brush with soapy water, but I like the plastic bottle. Just wondering if that’s too much water getting mixed into the sealant.

@khalifathullah8902 Жыл бұрын

Wow Nice🇧🇩

@nathanwilliams9695 7 ай бұрын

One of those days 😃😄

@jetboy770371 Жыл бұрын

Simple !

@rcdogmanduh4440 2 жыл бұрын

I was on the tubeless/tube fence this spring, I tried tubeless on my road bike about 3500 miles so far. I count at least 8 gashes on my rear tire. Every ride I air up 80 psi! They are usually around 75 psi. There are wet dots of sealant on the 8 spots around the tire. I average 65 to 47 miles rides, theres white stringy crap on my rear brake which is sealant like I ran over chewing gum. Havent been stranded on the side of the road yet! I have 4 brothers that ride, they are still changing tubes on the side of the road lol!

@dariusjackelson9915 2 жыл бұрын

Seven Bikes for Seven Brothers.

@0111jlf 2 жыл бұрын

Truman emerges from the forest of sealants 👍🏼

@kylemagtibay8673 2 жыл бұрын

Is it okay if the valve stem keeps moving even though it's tight? I just check my rim tape... And it's not even reaching the sidewall.. I saw some sealant got through the nipples should I get wider rim tape and slightly bigger valve stems, what should I buy for rim tape and valve stems? The sealant on my tire dry's out like for a month... How long does a tire sealant last? Even though my tires and rims are tubless ready,I got my tubless set up at a local bike shop... Thank you it's a very useful video I learned a lot about how to properly set a tubless tire ❤️✌️

@MA_808 Жыл бұрын

Bike shops must love these things because it is surely a nightmare the first times you try to install these suckers.

@snbsmtb 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Park Tool👍👍

@elachichai 6 ай бұрын

Which tapes are good if you still want to run a higher side psi below the max?

@schneefoen 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for a very useful video! is to "get rid of the valve's o-rings" mainly a roadbike carbon rim thing? because of thinner/less carbon layers for weight savings etc.? just guessing that mountainbike rims are built "stronger"? plus my mountain bike's rim (DT Swiss XMC 1200 Spline 30) has a circa 3 mm hole at the rim's side near the valve. enough to let air out in case ...

@parktool 2 жыл бұрын

The issue is typically seen on Road wheels due to the higher pressure and the taller sidewalls. We estimate that about the same number or more MTB setups have pressure in the rim but never realize it. This is due to the lower pressure and shallower rim depth that makes the rim resist bowing out better than a deep road rim.

@schneefoen 2 жыл бұрын

thank you very much for this experienced answer!

@user-qn2kh6bg3j 2 жыл бұрын

So 👍

@BETOFLORESROCK7 8 ай бұрын

bueno 👍💡💡💡💡💡👍👍👍👍👍

@PuneethBedre 2 ай бұрын

I just couldn’t get a good seat until the mechanic at trek recommended that I use a o ring inside. Possibly using a stem with a bad interface with the rim

@Tntdruid 2 жыл бұрын

I'm still using tubes 😁 😃 seen so many people go flat on trails. Not me 😉

@DanDan-fu6sd 2 ай бұрын

Is the soapy water really necessary? Why would I want water in my tire? Just wondering. Nice vid, very thorough.

@bejety Жыл бұрын

Tubless ready rims ?

@trevorfuller1801 Жыл бұрын

I thought about tubeless tires but I think I'll stick with tubes less time to get the tires back on the bike

@Liqhawe147 Жыл бұрын

How much does a tubeless cost?

@curtsk19 2 жыл бұрын

Been running tubeless about a month now, it's sealed without leaks but the tires didn't pop onto the rim, they just went on quite easily and if theirs no air the tire easily falls off the rim wall, is this safe?

@parktool 2 жыл бұрын

Is the rim tubeless compatible? It sounds like it may not have a proper "bead seat" for the tires bead to pop onto.

@brucehomstad5256 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a minimum CFM for seating an MTB tire? I am guessing around 3.0 or more. Thanks.

@parktool 2 жыл бұрын

Some tubeless can be seated with a floor pump and others need some serious air volume. So, this really does depend on the tires being installed. When looking at compressors CFM is often what the compressors pump can create but the hose size and tank volume have a more direct correlation to how much volume is being pushed into the tire.

@mrdrivermechanictv4213 5 ай бұрын

❤

@2Samuel614 Жыл бұрын

What is the part number for the bench mounted wheel holder?

@parktool Жыл бұрын

The WH-1, a great tool

@RavyDavy 2 жыл бұрын

I have had some tyres that didn't even seat, even with a compressor. What I've had to do was to put a normal inner tube, and seat both sides, then only break 1 side, remove the inner tube, and seating only 1 side with the compressor works a lot easier.

@hcw199 2 жыл бұрын

What a faff!

@RavyDavy 2 жыл бұрын

@@hcw199 It was, but its so worth it tbh.

@morgancalvi6675 Жыл бұрын

Can you use a silicone gun to put sealant in?

@parktool Жыл бұрын

Could work out. Just need to work out the setup. Also need to know how much volume it pushes out per click.

@itr0863 2 жыл бұрын

Do the wheels have to be off the bike in order to insert the sealant?

@parktool 2 жыл бұрын

No. In fact, the bike can make a good holder. You can leave them on.

@richards.4116 Жыл бұрын

Does it matter which direction to apply the tape??

@Antidepressiva1980 Жыл бұрын

@MaQuGo119 2 жыл бұрын

Are there any tubeless tires that have steel core?

@parktool 2 жыл бұрын

They are out there but not common.

@robertunderdunkterwilliger2290 7 ай бұрын

Is it OK to heat tires that are hard to get on the rim, generally, not only for tubeless? I saw someone do this on YT and I never thought about it before...

@parktool 7 ай бұрын

It may help. How you heat them is the key. Hot water would be the way to do this safely and effectively.

@robertunderdunkterwilliger2290 7 ай бұрын

Thanks! Another question, why are half links listed under BMX chains sometimes? BMX bikes have horisontal drop outs as far as I know?!@@parktool

@gulfcitynd 2 жыл бұрын

I'll stick to tubes I can run sealant in the tube

@rickdoehler502 5 ай бұрын

How to set up latex tubes. Better puncher protection and greater rolling resistance.

@puchian6323 Жыл бұрын

How long do tubeless tires hold air?

@parktool Жыл бұрын

This varies on setup but they should hold at least a week before needing to be adjusted.

@jackmatt1022 10 ай бұрын

7:35 that wheel needs some luv

@billfrigo7602 Жыл бұрын

@0:04 - “… offering more rolling resistance.” Hahahaha! You mean LESS rolling resistance guy.

@parktool Жыл бұрын

⭐️

@freakybuzz 11 ай бұрын

Honest Q: why get rid of the O-ring?

@stevederr4927 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting that at 3:52 in this video Calvin says to remove the blue solid strip as it is not needed. I just got a new gravel bike with WTB wheels and their WTB video (kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Y8Ckathit5bbcXU.html) says to reinstall that solid tape/strip (provided protection from a broken spoke and to prevent rim tape sag later). Don’t know if the WTB (i23) rim curvature is different from other wheels and requires you to leave the solid tape in place, but I think removing the tape makes sense for better adhesion of the rim tape to the rim.

@parktool 2 жыл бұрын

Not all blue tape is the same, or green, or pink for that matter. In the video that was a fabric rim strip, and not designed to seal air tight.

@raptorjesus3396 Жыл бұрын

The process outlined by Parktool in this video while not wrong is terrible, especially ehen installing E Bike tires / tires with heavy casings. 1. The following prep work need to be done: HEAT UP THE TIRES. It makes it much easier to install. Use the Sun, a Radiator, a Hairdryer etc. 2. Do not inject the sealant before the tire is fitted and checked to fit properly! It is common that the tire needs to be refitted. This is a mess when sealant is applied. Only apply the sealant after the initial fitting. Only inject the sealant directly thru the valve fitting, do not dump it in the tire. For injection you can use one of the syringes that come with your bleed kit. Which you will need to buy anyway at some point. Do not spend more then $30 on the kit.

@poxcr 7 ай бұрын

2:29 The valve sticking up higher than the rim walls is never a good idea! It can badly damage the rim if rolled over in the event of a tire going flat while riding.

@nihilistmarmot 2 жыл бұрын

Step 1: put in tubeless valves. Step 2: install tires on rims. Step 3. take the wheels to the bike shop that has an air compressor, and more patience and experience than me. Love tubeless for road and gravel, but after many blood-sweat-and-tears sessions trying to seat them at home, I just take them to a shop. Well worth the trip.

@obliviondio 2 жыл бұрын

The key is to really soak it down with a soap/water solution along with using compressed air. That's essentially all they are doing at the shop.

@nihilistmarmot 2 жыл бұрын

@@obliviondio I've done that.

@yongling9825 2 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g9t1nKWEprG7fH0.html In this video of yours from 5 years ago, Calvin used to start taping the rim one spoke hole away from the valve hole and ending one spoke hole after the valve hole. Now, Calvin starts from the opposite of the valve hole. May I know what's the reason for this different method? Was it to not create a slight bulge at the zone where the valve hole is located?

@madmat1652 2 жыл бұрын

yeah i wonder about that as well

@Antidepressiva1980 Жыл бұрын

@@madmat1652 Both methods work but Parktool just adjusted their technique like in this video now. Cheers

@Elephantine999 9 ай бұрын

Why no tube? To save rotating weight for racing❓

@Mr_Zzzeee Ай бұрын

Lower pressures without risk of pinch flats.

@DarrenX9 5 ай бұрын

Step 1: go to the bike shop and pay them to do it.

@domarchie9558 2 жыл бұрын

ALWAYS looks a lot easier on youtube videos. Its a pain in the backside trying to pump this up. Don't really understand the soapy water but the whole process thus far painful and unsuccessful.

@fnegnilr 2 жыл бұрын

10:21 was a bit disturbing........ :)

@parktool 2 жыл бұрын

Disturbingly awesome!

@eddiejrbation5095 2 жыл бұрын

Do you think going tubeless on wheels and not able to use the bike around 2 weeks or more can be not worth it? I have seen older guys that ride with me always go and pump air in their wheels. I offered them to let me check and the sealant was very dry and he said the he rode it like 1 month ago. I run with tubes because of (hehe) lack of funds. But knows to fix bikes thanks to all wonder resources from Park Tool and other KZfaqrs.

@parktool 2 жыл бұрын

a lot of the initial sealant put into the tire is used to coat the area inside the tire/wheel and can use most of the initial sealant to coat that surface area. It will need to be re applied. Tubeless is not for everyone, not a requirement and we are not saying its better or worse than anything else, just showing how to set it up.

@user-cx2bk6pm2f Жыл бұрын

Where did this notion of lower rolling resistance come from? Tubeless omits the tube but the tires are beefed up with more material. A clincher with latex tubes, however, has a thinner tire and high performing tube... and in some cirlces are said to be fastest.

@giancarlolazarteamado7421 2 жыл бұрын

I love Park tutorials. But they missed an important step. After applying the tape, use a plastic tire lever to press the edge the of the tape into the rim bead seat. James The Bike Guy has an amazing tutorial where you use a bike flipped upside down and install your untaped wheel into it to simulate taping a wheel in a truing stand. Make sure you stretch the tape as much as possible when installing. Don’t be too concerned about bubbles in the center channel. Be concerned that the tape is adhered and flush at the rim bead seat after you press it in with the tire lever. Happy trails. I highly recommend tannus inserts. Those a whole new level above going tubeless and they’re easy to take out if you get a gash in your tire.

@aaron___6014 2 жыл бұрын

Ive had nothing but problems with tubeless setups. Tires not seating, tape not sealing, valves not sealing, tape sliding off when seating tires, tires blowing to pieces, flats, slow leaks, sealant messes, hours of wasted time. Been riding tubes this year and I'm 4300 miles only one flat. Anything by Stans No Tubes sucks, especially their rims.

@oldtwinsna8347 8 ай бұрын

Sounds like user error to me.

@burriseng Жыл бұрын

Why is this hassle better than a tube?

@6SpeedsGood Жыл бұрын

When a thorn or a screw or rock goes through a tube, it flats. When the same thing happens on a tubeless with sealant…it doesn’t. So, much better flat resistance, and you can run lower pressures for varied terrain without risking a pinch flat.

@tylerseboe 8 ай бұрын

Adding to the above answer…as I’ve never really had flat problems my entire life on tubes, upon switching to tubeless I enjoy riding it but do not enjoy wrenching it. Old timers like me can’t reconcile with the new logic of lower pressures = faster times. Whether it’s true or not (probably is), it’s definitely more comfortable to ride and the bike just soaks up rocks and roots while you just keep pedaling. We’ve dented rims running tubeless at such low pressures and not had pinch flats, so there’s that. But changing a tire it a PITA as is managing sealant levels. When we make a race day tire change decision I’m cursing this new technology the whole time. It’s messy and time consuming and I just don’t like it.

@lazurm Жыл бұрын

On another Park video for the same subject (found at: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g9t1nKWEprG7fH0.html&ab_channel=ParkTool) Park stated that the tubeless rim strip should be started a bit more than 1 spoke hole away, no mention of starting on the opposite side. Also, that other Park video stated to overlap the tape to the start point (again, less than 2 away)! Why the different instructions from the same company?

@parktool Жыл бұрын

Either method can work as well. The key aspect is to do two wraps. We try to also watch what the other industry rep's are doing, and will change our technique accordingly, if it makes sense.

@Antidepressiva1980 Жыл бұрын

@@parktool That's great to hear. Your videos helped me so much in the past. Thank you for doing what you do ✌

@thespacetime 2 жыл бұрын

2:54 I clicked away after this. i feel like im being scammed

@Bonjour-World Жыл бұрын

AMEN !

@kirkwilliams4942 Жыл бұрын

Don't use soapy water.. use Armour All... much better.

@luigiprovencher8888 10 ай бұрын

Why don't they just come pre-taped?

@fra93ilgrande 10 ай бұрын

There are many new wheels coming pre-taped from new, like DT Swiss tubeless ready wheels.

@izzzzzz6 9 ай бұрын

OMG ounces of sealant and all that tape. The weight of the manufacturers weight of the tire is only part of the equation!

@mikeburton8426 9 ай бұрын

Best way to install Road tubeless tires- Buy a pair of regular conti 5000’s and install latex tubes… 😂.

@Mr_Zzzeee Ай бұрын

If you are a roady, definitely the better way to go.

@lesleysmith5623 2 жыл бұрын

You didn’t show the part where everything is covered in a gooey mess as you try, and retry, to seat the tyres. Oh, and try and fix a puncture in the middle of nowhere. Tiny gains, big disadvantages,

@simon-patrickjohnson 2 жыл бұрын

the goo is supposed to seal punctures

@notgonnapay Жыл бұрын

Why would you ever put sealant in the tire before seating it?

@Bonjour-World Жыл бұрын

@@simon-patrickjohnson So will a good coating of coal tar

@tommyrq180 Жыл бұрын

Funny, but most of the retro-grouches love to hate disc brakes. I’m an old guy whose first race was in 1971. I adopted both disc brakes and tubeless tires, first on my racing MTB, then gravel, and finally road. I’m a tech geek and do all the maintenance on my bike. I find disc brakes to be indispensable and a major upgrade because they stop in the rain. Especially with carbon fiber rims. There’s some fiddling with keeping the rotors centered, especially with different wheels on the same bike. But in general, I find disc brakes to be superior to rim brakes. But tubeless? I’ve committed to them and in general find them to be a major pain compared to tubes. The goo solidifies and basically requires you to get a new tire. I have lots of bikes, and some sit on the rack for awhile-tubeless is a disaster with any bike you don’t ride often. They always deflate and solidify internally. And regardless of how you do it, that goo gets everywhere. It gunks up the valves and seating the tires can be a major pain. Tubes aren’t without their problems, but all things considered, I prefer them to tubeless and will probably go back to them on my road and gravel bikes. Just my two cents. BTW, long-time friend of Calvin Jones of Park Tool, who I knew when he was the USCF lead mechanic in Colorado Springs back in the early 1990s. Glad he ended up at Park Tool-quite a character and a literally encyclopedia of bike wisdom. Bravo! 🇺🇸

@pjaxy 9 ай бұрын

The goo plugs up holes, so you are less likely to get a flat with tubeless. Also, repairing a tubeless tire is way easier than replacing a tube. All you need is a bacon plug. For larger cuts, you can always put in a tube as a last resort.

@timwallace3135 Жыл бұрын

beans

@Bonjour-World Жыл бұрын

A lot of hookless rims but damned few tubeless-ready tires. When you do find then they are more expensive. Hard to find, more expensive, labor intensive to install and maintain. This must be a marketing department project.

@barbermack2980 2 жыл бұрын

so many extra work and tools. ill stick to tubes for now. nice video tutorial otherwise!

@JogBird 2 жыл бұрын

Ive been running my xc MTB tubeless without any sealant for 2+ years. I need to pump it up before every ride (which i would do anyways). Sealant isnt needed if your risk of puncture is low... car tyres dont use it. Also, tubeless for road bikes is just stupid.

@stevederr4927 2 жыл бұрын

Why is going tubeless on road tires stupid? Facts?

@Azzy_Mazzy 2 жыл бұрын

tubeless for road is absolutely not stupid, just because you don't need it doesn't mean others don't

@trepidati0n533 2 жыл бұрын

Yep....the group who won the roubaix would 100% agree. /s

@KP-tf6lf Жыл бұрын

IMO. Way too much trouble especially if sealant fails out in the middle of nowhere. Good video though.

@Antidepressiva1980 Жыл бұрын

If it does, a high chance is you have not cleaned it deeply enough.

@flyingnorseman 6 ай бұрын

I cannot tape a tubeless wheel well enough to keep from losing 20 lbs of air pressure in an hour to save my life. No idea why stans calls that stuff "tape" because there isnt anything sticky about it.

@parktool 6 ай бұрын

Tapes certainly vary in quality. Make sure of course the rim surface is very clean and dry. After mounting use some soapy water to identify the source of leaking. Bubbles at the rim/tire is from the seating, but bubbles at spoke nipples likely from the tape.