EASY Ways to PROTECT Your Tube!! - Never Get a Flat Again! - Utah Trikes

[@markwhite9148]

Kate, you're a good narrator. Whatever they pay you, it's not enough!

[@EustacioMarquez]

i found out having mountain type tires helped plus a heavy duty tude with slime in it !

[@angelabiasca378]

There are a couple more options out there for the penny pinchers and cheap DIYers. For the penny pincher’s there are what’s called stop-a-flats, basically yellow dense foam solid tube inserts. For the cheap DIYers: Take an old tire of the same size, cut the beading off, use it as a tire liner (similar to Tannus armour inserts, just cheaper, lol) and then insert a thorn resistant tube. There are other vids out there that can show you how! I’ve gone this route and it’s working so far!!!

[@danandkiko]

Good idea. I've been using the old inner tube (cutting it) and putting it around the new tube. It also seems to work pretty well. Especially good for being free.

[@wendellbailey6394]

You guys installed the tubeless tires on my new DeMont cat trike never rode with anything else. I love these tires. Highly recommend them. I kind of laugh as I watch my friends change their tires. Shame on me but it's worth it I love them try them. Bye-bye for now

[@Tazod41]

Great explanation of products, thanks

[@Jordyperson]

I use schwalbe tires, tire liners, puncture resistant tubes AND ordinary care to avoid punctures. I haven't had one in over 3500 miles.

[@IraQNid]

Kevlar liners would absolutely protect the inner tubes from ever being punctured. Even by nails.

[@aerialeggbeater2644]

I put the Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires on my trike, and got a flat from a thorn on the FIRST day. Just proves, as good as they are, they aren’t flat proof. I’ve had them five years now, and haven’t had another flat.

[@chrisby777]

You’ve had them 5 years? You must only do a few miles/klms on them. I put new shwalbe tyres on my trike and they are looking pretty rough after 3600 klms but I think I’m a bit rough on the cornering. Cheers.

[@aerialeggbeater2644]

@@chrisby777 I probably ride more than 1500 miles a year. I have three tries and a df bike, but I don’t track mileage on each individually.

[@ChristopherKnN]

I'm getting some Tannus tires for my kid's bike. He gets a flat nearly every time he goes out. Between tube replacements and the work I have to do, the Tannus tires are a bargain.

[@jimmysapien9961]

I’m sure but Also I’m Sure the Tire Will Wear out Eventually- Right or Wrong 🤔

[@ChristopherKnN]

@@jimmysapien9961 They are guaranteed for 5k miles. It'll probably be time for a new bike by then.

[@RideTannus]

@@ChristopherKnN spot on answer!

[@alexanderdinkel4513]

Good morning Kait from the Pine Barrens of New Jersey! I am getting hooked on you videos. You just answered all my questions about tubes and tires. Plus one I didn't think of, airless tires. I think it is great that you did this without me even asking. Are you a mind reader? Keep up the good work!

[@paule.maurice1521]

Goodyear Heavy Duty tubes are the way to go . Thick , like a motorcycle tube

[@alemandealemania]

I use Marathon Plus since Schwalbe had put it on the market. I dont have any problems with this tires many years in Germany and now in Spain. Best tires ever.

[@lorenwarren2097]

I have had Marathons for 16,000 miles now (7 years) with one flat, a sheet metal screw by a construction site. I really like them.

[@kennethbradley2222]

Very good information

[@Signetring54]

I just had a screw enter my back e-bike tire. It went through the tire and Mr. Tuffy liner, but the FlatOut sealant sealed the hole with very little air loss. Double your protection and double your fun. Their is nothing wrong with redundancy and it will keep you from walking your bike many miles, or save you time with an on-the-spot repair job. Who knows what type of weather conditions await you?

[@WEdway33]

Very helpful, thank you ...

[@rdkuless]

Slime, FlatAttack also pose problems.. if the goop sets up in the stem, it can make it impossible to pump up a tire. This blockage requires replacing the tube.. I chose the Schwalbe: Marathon PLUS, BigBenPLUS, or BigApplePLUS that are e-50 rated for ebikes.. These have incredibly high puncture protection.. I have ridden over 7k miles in the last 5 years.. and since upgrading to the PLUS series from Schwalbe, i have not had any flats..

[@roccovaselino]

In the last 1,000 miles on my Catrike 5.5.9, I've had 6 flats; ALL from goat heads, and all at the edge of the tread at the base of the sidewall; not on the bottom of the tire. I have a Catrike 700 on order from you, and I'll use this great video to decide what to do about puncture protection.

[@derykmacleod4979]

I haven't installed my tannus armour on my new Rambler yet....but they are in my room to keep warm when I get my first flat I will install them..or come spring I will. Thinking of adding marathon tires as well to increase the defense.

[@RideTannus]

Your bike will thank you! Enjoy

[@rossbrumby1957]

I bought a secondhand GS GT3 with factory slicks, one by one over 2 months each tyre got a flat. Turns out the clueless previous owner fitted those green and black liners upside down, overlapping and the edges split the thin tubes. Patched the tubes and tossed the liners in the bin. You'd have to glue them in with slicks to get them to stay put while refitting the tyre- bugger that. Bought a set of thorn resistant tubes for my magnum bw i haven't put in yet, not til i get my first flat - been 6 months and 1300km and starting to think it was an unnecessary precaution!

[@ImBooX2]

New game, Kait Pause. I was watching the video on my tablet and got a phone call and paused the screen. I got back to the tablet and the look on Kait's face cracked me up. Then I found myself pausing over and over to see the funny faces I got at times. 😉😉😉😉🥰

[@UtahTrikesOnline]

You've discovered the favorite game of our video editor.

[@david.e.risley]

Or, go tubeless with something like the Schwalbe Pro One TL (available in 20”). Self-healing and lower rolling resistance (faster).

[@iDarkfigure]

AIrless... Slow, Heavy, Like Riding in Mud. Puncture Proof, Yes. Tanus Inserts. Heavy, Increased Pedal Effort. Not recommended for Performance Trikes. Schwalbe Marathon Plus (7) Excellent Tire, Holds Pressure Longer than Average. Recommend: Costco or a Auto Tire Installer to air up the trike tires with Nitrogen in Summer. Tires Stay Cool when ground temps are High= Less Chance of tire failure. Maintains Tire Pressure in Colder temperatures because Nitrogen is not affected by Ambient Air Temperature. Tire Goop is good but has a serious Flaw... It eventually clogs the valve and eats up the thinner rubber around the valve. Throws off balance of tire.

[@GregoryHanson1]

Just got Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires for my 5.5.9 - Doing the install tomorrow. Better protection than the Racer tires.

[@uncrunch398]

High speed tires are a fantasy. You have to compromise some for flat resistance. I wonder if the overall time saved on the fastest tires outweighs the time saved on avoiding having to stop to fix a tire which means slower tires. We have to consider the real world where roads aren't all perfect condition and perfectly clean. I bought one of the same, could only afford one and front still has a lot of life left. It made a huge difference in comfort and speed compared to the gravel tire it replaced. I was going to have the bike shop order some Tannus Armor. Maybe I'll wait to see if I'll ever need it.

[@SFCRambo60]

Where's Louis? I miss him.

[@markrobinson891]

Louis has moved on. Yann is my new main man at Utah Trikes. He has probably forgotten more about all things wheeled than most people will ever learn.

[@ricardosemino8133]

Saludos desde Lima Perú

[@TheAtarashiiKaze]

I use the Tuffies combined with sealant. No flats the 2k miles in 2021.

[@UtahTrikesOnline]

That's what we like to hear!

[@aknar0]

Check out HI Powered Cycles novelty electric bike called the Typhoon Pro. 26x4 rear tire 27.5 in front. It uses a Hub drive but placed in the bottom bracket as it is a mid drive bike. I think it is the very best you can buy.

[@chrisby777]

Hi. Are these tubeless tyres available in Australia and do they come in 16”? Thanks so much for the upload and info.

[@UtahTrikesOnline]

We could probably ship a set to you, but they do not come in the 16" size.

[@robbieroberts7024]

I am handicapped I was wondering if y'all could fix a truck for me with a thousand Watts bafang 18 speed pinion Drive and the Roloff 14 speed Fat Ted CXS and I know you can do it all.

[@UtahTrikesOnline]

You can send our team an email at - [e-mail] and they can help you with this further

[@RideTannus]

Flats stink. Nice video guys! ⭕

[@petervick4775]

Schwalbe Marathon Plus on my ICE Sprint XTour. No complaints, so far.

[@UtahTrikesOnline]

That's good to hear!

[@aponoypi]

I have schwalbe racers. Is it better to upgrade to marathon plus

[@SFCRambo60]

I need to ask a question, or 2. Do you guys tell the riders that if they get off the bike trail with the stock rear tire that they will sit a spin or have to get up and out if their Trike to get back on the trail. I had to after my first ride on my Catrike Dumont. I just sat and spun my rear tire. So I bought a more aggressive tire like a mountain bike tire that works great, now the second question, does the Tannus tires come with an aggressive tread?

[@ChristopherKnN]

Go to their website. Tread patterns are limited. I'm getting some Tannus tires for my kid's bmx bike.

[@SFCRambo60]

@@ChristopherKnN but still shoppers should be told that they may want to get a more aggressive tire from the get go before finding out later and think it's a bad trike, which at first that's what I thought. Just sitting and spinning sucked, had to get up, walk the trike out onto the trail, before continuing to ride. I think Catrike should from the get go put a more aggressive tire on their Trikes or have it as an option.

[@ChristopherKnN]

@@SFCRambo60 I have changed the tires immediately on every bike I've ever bought to place an appropriate one for my riding conditions. The majority of manufacturers will place a general purpose tire for the type of bike that is the lowest cost to them. And all roads and trails are different, so it would be impossible for them to choose the perfect tire for where you ride. I usually upgrade brake pads and cables immediately as well.

[@robbieroberts7024]

And I need speed to go fast.

[@seanwilksch8389]

I find it hard concentrating on what your saying because of how beautiful you are. I have to watch the videos about three times over 😂

[@tomprentice6935]

⚔️💪😎

[@godhead32967]

I ride in NYC and get flats often simply due to things left in the road/path. I have gotten a 3" fish hook, a razor blade and other wonderful stuff thru my tires. Thinking of the Flat Attack just to stop the smaller holes. Would a single 16oz bottle work for a 26" tire/.

[@barry-michael33]

I have used tuffy tape for decades and never had a flat.

[@UtahTrikesOnline]

Great quality stuff!