Buying Tires

[JamesC]

When I buy new tires, must I always buy a new inner tube and rim strip, also?

[WintrSol]

IMO, a new tube is cheap insurance against a blowout; they get a lot of stress around the stem during installation and removal. I think the strip should only be inspected for damage, and only replaced if it has the potential of pinching the tube, or sliding to one side and exposing the tube to the spoke nipples.

[JamesC]

Thanks, Wintersol.

[navigator]

When I buy new tires, must I always buy a new inner tube and rim strip, also?

If you decide to buy a tube...
For the rear, buy one with a 90 degree metal valve stem (TR87). it makes checking and filling so much easier.
A straight metal stem is best for the front. (TR4)

[dwd58]

When I buy new tires, must I always buy a new inner tube and rim strip, also?

If you decide to buy a tube...
For the rear, buy one with a 90 degree metal valve stem (TR87). it makes checking and filling so much easier.
A straight metal stem is best for the front. (TR4)

I agree 100 % on the 90 degree metal valve stem. A big help !

[Herb]

When I buy new tires, must I always buy a new inner tube and rim strip, also?

If you decide to buy a tube...
For the rear, buy one with a 90 degree metal valve stem (TR87). it makes checking and filling so much easier.
A straight metal stem is best for the front. (TR4)

I agree 100 % on the 90 degree metal valve stem. A big help !

Buy one that is one size smaller than the stock size even if you are stuck with a straight valve stem. MUCH less chance of pinching it during installation.

[JamesC]

I always get a right angle metal stem for the rear tire. When I bought the bike there was a straight stem and it was a pain in the ^ss.