RideNow 24g TPU Tube Review and Pirelli TPU Smart Tube puncture repaired. How hard!!!

[@MegaHolmus]

I'm using RideNow inner tubes 8 month now(9600km). 36g ones. Can't say bad word of them, only one puncture at ~3000km.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

I’ve got some 36g versions coming to make the comparison. Equal testing, balance out the equilibrium of my KZbin love hate relationship with RideNow and appease the RideNow fan base😊 thanks for dropping by and appreciate the comment buddy😊👍

[@morneauh]

Guilty your honor! I was one the people to recommend you RideNow. I have now 4000km on mine and I have changed quite a few so I will share some observations: 1. First I paid mine $3.50 USD each. So testing them was not really a big financial commitment. 2. I lost one on my first ride, 5km in to a big piece of glass. Sometime it's just bad luck. 3. I always carry 2 (actually 3 since road are rough in the mountain, never had to use more than 2, but I feel better with 3 and 3 CO2). They are so small that it doesn't take more space than 1 butyl and 1 CO2. 4. I lost I think 3 or 4 tubes over pure lazyness, I had a small piece of glass that was stuck in the thread that I never saw, that you could not feel. I spotted it after matching the hole on the tube with the spot on the tire. 5. I lost one to CO2. Let me explain. CO2 is quite quick and cold. It seems like it harden the slim material and it makes it more brittle, I have sliced one tube like that. It just failed close to the valve. I now let the CO2 in more slowly. 6. The tube is so thin that it can stay stuck between the tire and the rim. Again inflating slowly and a quick double check help a lot. I lost one like that as well. 7. I tried an other brand, and the tube is smaller than ridenow, so in my 30c tire they strech too much and they fail after 2 or 3 days. I lost an other 2 like that. 8. I had one, out of the 10 or so, that was defective exactly like yours, at the seams. But lesson learned. I was about to give up, but I decided to stick with. I have ridden 1500km since my last flat and everything is now good. I know what to do (and what not to do) when I flat again in the future. I will switch my other bike on the RideNow as well. I hope you will consider giving them an other chance, anyway you have 3 more ;) I have a friend that I recommended the RideNow at the start of the summer, he roll twice as much as me and he still haven't got a single flat. Sometimes it's just bad luck.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

No panic, I have ordered a 36g option over the 24g, cost me £2.90 for the tube. Will see if this last better than 12 miles and don’t fail on me. It’s all down to experience and I’m finding the Pirelli’s to be really good. Unlucky to puncture but on those stones it was always going to be highly likely but fixed very easily. Appreciate the detailed comment, experiences will always differ😊 Take Care and thanks again for dropping by😊👍

[@morneauh]

@@JamesSocialCycling I have only tried the 36g, they are not perfect. I have seen people who had flat on the pirelli and swear that TPU are garbage. Testing something with a sample of one is never good no matter what it is.

[@donbethel7675]

it comes down to understanding the process. 1 the tube needs to be inflated and put on the rim first, not like a butyl tube. 2. use an air pump. 3 alcohol wipes and glueless patches work perfectly. 4. for the cost, its a no brainer, the problem is the no brainers buying them and not know how to use them.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

@@donbethel7675 So I’m the no brainer! Pirelli have no issues with using a Co2 canister. If you watch the video you’ll see the RideNow tube failed not punctures. The best way to install these are to inflate them like I do with a butyl tube and the fail was on the seem, joint reason for fail so repair was not an option. However if you’d watched the video you may have seen me repair the Pirelli tube it was so easy and using the wipes and glue and patch a doddle. Thanks for your comment it’s appreciated, but I would prefer you watch the whole video then comment, unless you’re trying to teach me how to Suck Eggs that is

[@phoffen3829]

They might ride well, but I have had 2 of 4 not hold air. One had a very small hole that only showed up in water when it had quite a bit of air in it, and the other I don't know yet, just went flat overnight. I think they work as spares to get you home, but that's about it. Not reliable enough.

[@faster05]

Using Ride Now for 12000 km …. 4 different countries…. I believe one flat in a year

[@kadireskici8077]

36 or 24 gram? Which one are you using?

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Pirelli are saying it’s fine to use Co2 with their TPU tubes

[@johnnyaxelsson6666]

I think rubber inner tubes are the best to keep... 40gm here or 80gm there... It doesnt matter.... If I loose 1kg.of fat or 10kg. Wil be difference in cycling... But i understand this weight hysteria when it comes to road bikes 😁.. I change from clips pedals to flats... Saved 120gm...🤣... If you compete in tour de France...arms, legs, like a spider... Body like a pencil... Then i understand the gram chase can do some seconds in a climb.. But not for us... I am 173./...96.kg so i have to concentrate on my own weight (bodybuilding) and cycling is not a happy marriage... Have a blessed day out there 🙏🧙‍♂️

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Thanks Johnny, thank you for the comment. I get it what you say and I do feel the benefits with the rolling of the wheels. My wheels aren’t that light so any weight saving on tyres and tubes are a bit of help for me, as I’m not the lightest either😊 Still it all helps and appreciate you dropping by 😊👍

[@joehiatt1992]

Put them on 2 bikes,so far working good,vey light & good weight savings where it really matters,also they are cheap,also some people dont read the instructions so take reviews with a grain of salt,Ive had butyl tubes split so there is NO perfect tubes,best thing is try them urself instead of lookin at someones review

[@JamesSocialCycling]

I think people need to know what they’re getting in to. As this tube popped at the seam. So could have been a dud who knows. We all have our experiences and that’s why reviews can be good, no surprises, least if this happens to someone they’ll be in the know and will take it as it is. Cheap and unreliable is my experience and the 12 miles I got out of this tube isn’t good enough whether £3 or £7. I’ve not had a puncture for a long while so unlucky to get caught out on the new road laid a day or so before. Again my experience. I didn’t find anything different in the instructions to cause and issue, unless it mentioned don’t pump up to 85psi. It’s a pity as I’m loving the Pirelli TPU tubes but just a bit expensive so was hoping these cheaper version would cut it. Cheers for dropping by😊👍

[@gc641]

Only one way to find out, I’m trying it

[@jameslowe2979]

Got the 24g RideNow tubes. Seem fine so far. Only done a few hundred miles though

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Thanks for dropping by James. Our experiences differ and never know if I tried another one it may have been fine, but the thought of worrying on every ride does not excite me😄 Thanks and take care😊👍

[@Christian-kb7dp]

No expert here and not a RideNow die hard fan. But I have good experiences with RideNow. They leak maybe a bit more than Tubolitos when not in use. It seems as you have the ultra light 24 gram from RideNow. RideNow has a 36 gram version as well (which is what Tubolito, Pirelli etc. have on their standard ones). 36 vs 24 gram is after all 50% thicker and the welding points are a lot stronger, I presume. You also pumped it up with a CO2 cartridge. I have been told that TPU tubes will become brittle with CO2 and strength/quality of the tube will be severely affected. Should use a pump or a Cycplus-gadget. I had a period with six punctures on six rides in a row. Four of them was my own fault as the rim tape was too worn and one of the spoke holes had a sharp edge The remaining two were due to glass. All those were with normal butyl tubes. Just to say that sometimes it is the user and/or bad luck.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Thanks for the detailed comment. Pirelli TPU tubes are ok to be used with Co2 canisters, I checked with Pirelli. As you say experiences differ and mine is now tarnished, so would always be worrying if the tube was going to pop on me. Thanks and much appreciated😊👍

[@lee1210mk2]

Have hundreds of miles running Ride Now tubes in New York City streets with zero flats. Besides that I wouldn’t use those types of tubes while riding on gravel. Other than that im at 155 lbs and use Continental GP5000 tires.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Thanks Lee. I wasn’t riding gravel, it was a newly laid road where in the uk they use tiny stones, so we got caught out on the route. My Pirelli tube punctured on this road. This was a road ride, #1. Whether you’ve ridden 5000 miles or 10 miles using these tubes, my RideNow tube popped under its own cheaply madeness. It didn’t get a puncture, my Pirelli TPU Tube had that fate. The RideNow tube gave way at a seam, joint after riding 12 miles. My Pirelli tube is now repaired as it allowed me to but because the RideNow split, popped at a joint I was unable to repair. So I’ve just explained the whole video for you so hopefully next time you comment you’ll understand what actually happened, in other words watched the video before commenting. My experience over yours differs massively, like others. When I said my review, that’s what it is, I wouldn’t ride these myself ever again, because of my experience. Hopefully that clears that up. Just to add, my Pirelli TPU tube has ridding over a 1000 miles without a puncture or “failing’.

[@adrianstead6004]

I don't usually comment on reviews. But I have had such bad experience with the absolutely dog shit ridenow tpu innertubes I had to. I purchased 10 of these at a cost of £47. Everyone of these has gone down, not punctured, just gone down. When I halve checked where the leak is, it's on the rim side of the wheel, tiny pin prick holes, not just one but two or three. I have checked the rims, and they are hunt rims, well taped no snags, perfectly smooth. In my opinion, the biggest waste of money, ever!!! DO NOT BUY THIS SHIT.

[@lee1210mk2]

@@adrianstead6004 I’m still on the same tubes since my last comment, not sure why your experience has been so terrible 🤷🏻‍♂️, the valve seal on my rear tube is not sealing as well but zero flats for me so far.

[@kadireskici8077]

36 or 24 gram? Which one are you using?

[@rd22799]

Ridenow tubes: weight - 10 out of 10. Rolling 10 out of 10. Puncture resistance 0 out of 10. So, on your ride, how many time do you win with these tubes??

[@JamesSocialCycling]

.

[@gfelkner]

Seems to me that there is a race to the lightest TPU tube by the manufacturers. I get it, that is what sells. But it seems like there is a missed marketing opportunity for a slightly heavier / more durable version. Current offering: “20% the weight of butyl tube, good luck out there”. Opportunity: “Tougher than butyl at half the weight” Disclosure: I have a couple of RideNow tubes (42 grams, for 48mm tire) that I have had for awhile but haven’t installed yet, just waiting for the right opportunity. Confidence level = low. Thank you for the video!

[@JamesSocialCycling]

I have high confidence with my Pirelli TPU tubes as they’ve been great on the bike and are so easy to repair. The RideNow less as I have no go back, you can’t get your money back for faulty issues and since having one fail I’ve lost confidence in the others. I have however got a 36g RideNow version to try which has a better feel for quality. I’ll test out another time. Appreciate you dropping by and commenting. Take care😊👍

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

Why faff around with such patch kits. Try the Park Tools GP-2C pre-glued patches. No tube of cement. No drying time. No mess. They work on everything... TPU, latex, butyl.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

If they work on TPU then I’ll give em a go. Cheers 😊👍

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

@@JamesSocialCycling They work on my Schwalbe Aerothans and Vittoria Latex. I'm sure they'll work a treat on the Pirelli and RideNow TPUs.

[@davidgiroux6047]

They don't hold air.

[@fucktheworld1207]

I have always been on the fence with these tubes...i think I'll just stick with good old-fashioned rubber inner tubes 👌🏻

[@s1alker564]

Same here. Paired with a durable tire.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

That’s why I’m here, unbiased, wasted money KZbinr reviewer🫣😂. Hear you, but I’ll do a proper review of the Pirelli’s in good time. Though I am worried as to how they will last in the winter😉 Cheers for comment guys😊👍

[@fucktheworld1207]

@@JamesSocialCycling keep up the good work mate, plus I'm a scouser with short arms and deep pockets, I don't like spending on this new fancy cycling stuff, I'm old, I stick with good old-fashioned stuff 👌🏻

[@HighVybeTribe]

Holy smokes i paid $15 usd on amazon for one ride now 56g 29 mtb tube. 🤬🤯

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Did they fail first time out?

[@nikolailic116]

That looks like you might have pinched it under the outer tube during the instalation.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Thanks for the comment. It split by the join, simple week point of a simple cheap tube. Thanks for dropping by.

[@Kevin-ok3sm]

I bought a different brand from AliExpress. Pure garbage as well 😂… back to butyl!

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Sorry to hear you have had the same luck as me Kev. Still wasn’t a huge waste of money😂🫣. Take care😊👍

[@pecosbill76]

Why should i waste time repairing a 3.5 € tpu tube? 🤔

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Why should I waste my time changing a €3.5 TPU tube?

[@markroberts6971]

Which thickness of the RideNow were you riding?

[@JamesSocialCycling]

24g

[@sgtted7580]

I am using the new ride now TPU tubes and have no more issues than rubber tubes. I have use them in some bad weather and shocking roads and have been fine. getting a flat is random. you can put air in it can come out. I like the ride now tpu tubes.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

The tube failed on me whilst sitting at a cafe having a coffee. It split at a seem, joint. This in turn left me with no confidence, I’d be always riding wondering when will the tube blow. I said this in the video. Thanks

[@Lonwolf-gs4jz]

Tried one pumped up to 70 psi but the pump back in the shed turned around tyre was flat the tube had ruptured so three tubes in the bin can’t be doing with that shit

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Feel your pain my friend😊👍

[@DuncMcNutt]

Hi James. I always carry 2 spare tubes anyway regardless. Plus the usual glue and patches etc to repair one roadside should it be needed. Plus, I carry an emergency boot type thing in the case of a tyre gash or split so the tube won't just burst through. Get me home type emergency things. And it's this sort of faff and crap why I don't use latex tubes anymore, nor will I bother with trying TPU ones. Or even tubeless. I have said before I know. But for me it's a been there before and not worth the effort for me. And with my professional hat on....watch those teeth don't go bitting that tube!

[@JamesSocialCycling]

I would have had a fail day if I was on my own as my Co2 pump failed as well. To be fair if you had 35 minutes you could repair the Pirelli TPU and be back riding again it was that easy. Cheers, I carry a spare bit of tyre for the gash repair. Hope you’re well Mr D. Still not managed to get that chat in😊👍

[@DuncMcNutt]

@@JamesSocialCycling true. Oh no. Not good your co2 failed. I have had that as well. And a pump fail. I do always carry a pump. Just be aware. Try your bit of tyre inside a tyre with a tube one day at home. I don’t use a tyre like that for repair. It’s a tough bit of rubbery plastic I got from some plastic sack or other. Can’t remember what now. My mate Neil gave it me. Then I have another piece bought specifically a a gash repair boot. And trey. We haven’t had that chat have we.

[@Iglooboy1]

I just got offer on ali for 80p so ill be happy to throw away if it goes 😅

[@JamesSocialCycling]

I get it, but since it just blowing at the cafe I’d always be worried whilst riding. Flat tyre anxiety😖😊👍

[@jimpeyton1459]

I was considering TPU as emergency backup for my tubeless setup. I have a closet full of butyl spares....

[@JamesSocialCycling]

If you do Jim, don’t go cheap mate😊👍

[@mrichards55]

Been hearing a lot about TPU punctures from other sources.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Funny, I come across a few videos on YT, one guy was saying they were pinch flats, but I recon they could have just split. Still one way to find out, only one ride ruined😁 Cheers Michael, hope you’re well😊👍

[@MM-kt5dv]

It's a 24g tube and you rode it for a year. What were you expecting exactly?

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Fuck my old boots. I rode it for 1.5 hours and it failed sitting at a cafe and the failure was a split at the join. THIS WAS NOT WHAT I EXPECTED. If you’d bothered to watch and listen to the video you would have had this information and your comment might have been completely useful. Thanks for the view all the same

[@MM-kt5dv]

​@@JamesSocialCycling My bad. Still I'd never rely on a 24g tube. However others seem to have had good luck with them.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

@@MM-kt5dv I also say in the video our experiences will differ

[@carlos27835]

what about comparing with the 36g version of ride now? will be a fair comparison

[@JamesSocialCycling]

I have one here and did order a couple more from Ali but they got cancelled, got my money back so no issues. I’ll do a comparison, but I’m not too happy with the sit and hope the Ali order arrives when it does. You just can’t chase and that doesn’t work for me. Look out for the video, will be in a week or so. Thanks for dropping by and your comment😊👍

[@BrianRPaterson]

Interesting insight. I've spent a fair amount of time considering the alternatives to regular rubber tubes -- mainly tubeless and TPU. While both seem to work OK for some people, the results for others have been catastrophic. Accordingly, I think I'll stick to butyl tubes - albeit Schwalbe extra light variety - which have stood up admirably for a bit over two years. The last flat I had, was due to a thorn, which I only discovered when I was changing my front tyre. The offending thorn was lodged securely in the rubber inner tube, so I wasn't losing much, if any air (I ride 35mm tyres at 55 psI). A standard patch sorted it, and the tube is now my spare. Call me retro, or just old, but I don't race and butyl works fine. Cheers

[@JamesSocialCycling]

I run tubeless on my 40’s Pirelli on my Topstone think I’d go tubeless on 35’s also. It’s swings and roundabouts for us all. Our experiences differ and the TPU’s Pirelli have been a dream, just unlucky we met the newly resurfaced road. Those gravel laid roads are a waste of tax payers money and can kill a ride in no time as I found out. Thanks for dropping by Brian appreciated 😊👍

[@morneauh]

TPU is great. As a spare tube it make even more sense. There is a higher percentage of defect compared to butyl, but you can compensate that easily by carrying 4 tpu in the space of 1 butyl. In the end, it's a still a winner. It's lighter and it roll nicer too. I just don't know what I will do with my butyl tube :/

[@donbethel7675]

They are better than sliced bread, if you do it right, they are not butyl, they are TPU and require a process for a TPU tube. understanding that is the hardest part for most people.

[@MrAnon-2024]

Looks like you’re not having much luck with your TPU tubes. I think I may have been one of your followers who suggested Ride Now😮 However, my own experience couldn’t be more different to yours., James. I’ve had two Ride Now tubes on my bike for close on 600 miles now and couldn’t be happier, no problems whatsoever. I wouldn’t give up on them just yet, James, it could just be a faulty tube, the same as the faulty Pirelli one you’ve sent back.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Mr GTN😁 Yes you sir😉 Look it popped by the seam so who would have known. I’ve ordered a 36g version to see the difference, though when one pops off it’s own back I’ll be worried another will if on the bike so no confidence. Still I got a video out of it and they’re so easy to fix, well the Pirelli’s are anyway👌 Cheers Paul, thank for watching and comment😊👍

[@MrAnon-2024]

@@JamesSocialCycling lol, I’ve got broad shoulders, James, I can take it 😂 Ah, so you went for the newer, ultra-light versions? I didn’t realise. Yeah, the ones I have are the heavier ones which, as you say, are the 36g ones. It’ll be interesting to see how you get on with those. I’ve just added another 52 miles to my TPU tubes, today 😉

[@JamesSocialCycling]

The Pirelli did 1005 miles before I got the puncture so if I get another 1000 miles I’ll be happy too😊 Take care buddy😊👍

[@charlesmansplaining]

I don't believe you are suppose to use CO2 to inflate TPU tubes. I have a frame pump because I got fed up with CO2 back in the days of using plain inner tubes. I have RideNow tubes and have great wear from them. When I first tried TPU tubes I got the Schwalble Aerithan tubes at $30 each. All three failed very quickly. The RideNow tubes have been in the wheels since the beginning of the year, I even switched the tires and put those tubes back in. Getting flats is a game of chance, you never know when. I may be able to use these same tubes for years but I may go out for a ride tomorrow and get a flat. Based on the wear so far I will use another RideNow tube since I bought 4 of them. I used to get a lot of flats using butyl tubes too so I wouldn't say they are any better or worse.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Why not use Co2? You’re not supposed to use Co2 with tubeless as it freezes the liquid. The RN tube that failed, it didn’t puncture, it failed. So I won’t be using any of the other 3 I have. Your welcome to them for £12 inc postage if you want. Pirelli TPU’s now a bit expensive but no fails and when puncture repair super easy. End of the day it’s my experience. Thanks take care

[@neutronpcxt372]

@@JamesSocialCycling That's because CO2 can harden the plastgic and cause it to fail.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Please send me a link to where you got the information from. I haven’t heard this and in my experience I’ve used co2 on TPU tubes and the only fail was after riding 12 miles and it had been sitting at a cafe for 20 minutes before failing at a weak spot.

[@charlesmansplaining]

@@JamesSocialCycling An update to my experience using the RideNow TPU tubes. I put one in around the beginning of this year. I've logged 2500 miles so far this year according to RideWithGPS. I had my first flat Thanksgiving when I took my bike to California for the Holiday. California has these prickly little boogers that stem from the desert environment, they are just like tacks. I put another RN TPU in and weeks later back in Pennsylvania it's doing just fine. We have Chip Seal Roads where I ride and I used to get a lot of flats using rubber tubes. Even tubeless used to fail because the hole was to big for the sealant to do it's job. I ain't saying that the RN TPU tubes are better, like I said it comes down to luck, but to get that many miles out of a tube is a good deal to me. I'll keep using using them.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

@@neutronpcxt372Pirelli have advised Co2 cartridges are ok to use on their TPU’s. Just an update.

[@micks61]

You can always carry the remaining RideNow jobbies with you so when you see a fellow cyclist struggling with a puncture repair, you can step forward with the offer of a tube to get him or her back on the road again 👍😉Wait until they've got the tyre mounted and inflated and then beggar off quick before they puncture again as they ride off 🤨🤣 Sorry to see you've had a puncture filled day, that must've been annoying to say the least, but hey ho, and at least we got another video to watch which is always good! 😁👍

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Always worth the effort when I get a video out of my spoils Mick😁 Just wondering who I don’t like… I could send them the other 3 tubes😂 Thanks buddy😊👍

[@micks61]

🤣 Love it! 🤣 Aw hell... I hope you don't send 'em to me then 🤔 😉

[@JamesSocialCycling]

They’re not big enough for your bikes mate, already considered🤣😉

[@micks61]

😲🧐🤣

[@michaelgustav3035]

Cheers mate 😊👋, Indeed, Bad experience!!! I still have no flats on the Pirelli TPU... Fingers crossed 🤞... Another great video and enjoy your point of view 😁🪟.. stay safe 😉 mate, Cheers 👋😊👏..

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Thanks Michael appreciate the view and comment mate😊👍

[@Ultra1997DM.]

Ridenow seem to be hit and miss looking at reviews . I bought 4 , 3 went down . Always very slow punctures . I’d go to the shed to find the tyre or tyres flat . Have used Pirelli ones too . Same thing . I’ve checked rims tyres etc and even put new rim tape on . I’ve one on the bike now but I don’t have much confidence in them . Previous to this I rarely got a puncture with the same brand . Pretty certain I’ll go back to tubeless . I’d say the Pirelli are better just Good vido

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Cheers, appreciate the feedback. I’ve had similar experiences. One of my Pirelli TPU now has 7 or 8 patches on it, most of which came from the rim side of the wheel… blows my mind I tell ya😁 I will be looking at Tubeless again, hopefully I can get it to work, otherwise more therapy🫣 Thanks again 😊👍

[@tomcruz3774]

The videos on TPU tubes are either talking about the weight and rolling resistance improvements or real life experience, in your case you basically filmed the time it punctured 😂 I think I'll stick my butyl tubes until my tires die. My gravel kings and wtb tires came pre-punctured and setting them up tubeless failed 😂

[@JamesSocialCycling]

The ridenows didn’t puncture, they failed. Which was what I was getting across. I punctured my Pirelli and used a ridenow spare which failed and is the reason I won’t use them ever again. I’ve just managed to set up the Pirelli Gravel Mediums but won’t be bothering with my Road tyres. The Pirelli TPU’s work great. Appreciate the comment and view thanks.

[@jamble7k]

reckon the 36g ones are better?

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Once confidence is gone there’s no going back, that’s my experience. I have found some others which work well. £10 each from Amazon. I won’t use these ever again. Thanks for comment appreciated😊👍

[@jamble7k]

@@JamesSocialCycling i get that, fair enough... just thinking about making the swap to tpu tubes myself so was wondering what to get

[@JamesSocialCycling]

@@jamble7k give them a try, as you say for the money it’s worth it and our experiences differ. If however you don’t want to pay Pirelli prices but happy with £10.00 a tube try these. I purchased these as spares and now in past 3 weeks have used one twice and had no issues so far. Good luck. Ultralight 700C Bike Inner Tube... www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CY2GMF3S?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@andrewgilmour212]

Thanks James I'm glad your repair worked God bless

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Cheers Andrew😊👍

[@Jo2cupertino]

Pas de problème pour moi avec mes ridenow et je roule sur du gravier régulièrement, ils sont montés avec des GP 5000. Peut être ont ils souffert au montage les votres? Quelle galère le montage des GP5000 , je commence à prendre des Vittoria Rubinho pro speed juste à cause du montage, il faudrait que continental se bouge de ce côté là.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

The tube failed on the joint, I did show this in the video. All that did was blow my confidence, reason I would not ride them, worrying that one could split again. I ride Pirelli TPU tubes and they’re no problem. I did make a short or short video on how I fit a tyre with the TPU, as you say is a faff. Thanks for the comment and view😊👍

[@rpierrelouis86]

haha James....they might have been Chiapas chips but you might have been better spending your money on an actual bag of chips!!....Ah well you live and learn. Nice vid mate.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

😁👍 Cheers buddy, would have enjoyed the chips too, come with free salt and vinegar 😆😊👍

[@Saltydog547]

I could be wrong, but gravel bikes are not so particular about weight. Why not stick to the good old butyl tube or tubeless which i think is more suitable for gravel condition.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Thanks Saltydog that seems to the right thing to do, there’s me a my experience, what’s was I thinking🤦‍♂️🤣 OK so maybe listen as well as watch. I hit a newly laid road surface which is like little tiny stones which at the time I called Gravel. I did not intentionally go ride gravel, I was on the main roads all along. I won’t be going back to butyl as the Pirelli TPU’s are awesome and will stick with them thanks. Appreciate the view and comment😊👍

[@mikefoster3901]

My ride now tpu tubes are in the bin 😢 1 got pinch flat and the other tyre was flat when I came to ride my bike the next morning I'm back using latex tubes

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Sorry to hear this. It’s an absolute inconvenience when it happens as well. Pity as I know the Pirelli are expensive but they’ve been great for me. RideNow no thank you. Thanks for dropping by and comment. 😊👍

[@Robutube1]

I had a couple of RideNows from eBay, but had to give them away to others on rides (I know, I know. Long story). So I ordered some more from AliExpress; they apparently weren't addressed correctly so the PO 'sent them back' (2 months now and retailer says they've not had them back). Retailer won't refund or resupply. I thought Amazon were pretty awful but this AliExpress lot are another level - like you said, who do you complain to? Luke at Trace Velo loves 'em, but I'm done. Since I won't cough up for Pirelli's TPU prices, it's back to butyl for me.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Cheers Rob and sorry to hear you’ve had trouble with Ali. I always get concerned when there is no one to complain to, though that doesn’t make it any better dealing with UK corporations these days, you end up complaining to a women that is only employed by such firm and that’s just a waste of time. Trace Velo loves lots of things until he has an issue, reason I’m always wary reviewing products🫣 Trad tubes are cost effective I’ll give you that much mate😁😊👍

[@Robutube1]

@@JamesSocialCycling Good point regarding Luke. He's also a more than competent bike mechanic/engineer so can more easily overcome any issues with his Ali Express orders... if they bloody well arrive😡. I certainly wouldn't take the risk buying via Ali that he does on the large purchases (frames, wheels, group sets).

[@CyclingLabs]

I hate to pick holes in the accuracy of your video but I do believe they were Sausage baps not bacon ones 😂. Your face was an absolute picture though when we heard that hiss from your tyre.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

I sometimes say something and then think why? Then it’s too late, no retake for a small mistake when only you are not going to call me out NOT😁 Well I knew I was walking after the second puncture😆👍

[@jimpeyton1459]

😅😅😅😅

[@monkeezorg]

Looks like you were on the stretch to where Bramley is. It's pretty gnarly there at the moment.

[@FranK-eh7uz]

This isn't really a review. You had an unfortunate incident, unluckily twice in one ride which can be frustrating. Brand name TPUs price is highway robbery. Sure it might feel and look like its higher quality then say Ridenow but there are a lot of riders who had similar misfortunes with butyl, tubeless, TPUs and latex. Been riding with Ridenow TPUs for almost a year and had three puncture in about 4000 km - maybe just got lucky?. I an not recommending them to you tho. 😀Go figure.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

It’s a review whether you like it or not😆 RideNow 24g Tubes are shite and after 12 miles they popped under their own quality. We all have our own experiences and have issues with all types of tubes, but I am horrified this tube lasted this long. I will not be using the other RN tubes for this reason, always wondering when this happens again. I have ordered a 36g tube to see what the quality is like along side the Pirelli. I’ll maybe do another review😉 Appreciate the comment and you dropping by😊👍

[@conceptcs]

My friends bought four 24g ridenows, all four popped less than 20km. They are meant for indoor cycling. Any bumps or potholes will cause it to pop. I use the 36g ridenows. Have over 1000km in them, doing okay. Only problem is they don't hold pressure overnight.

[@ShoyShoy1980]

Hi, maybe you should repair the Ridenow tube and see if it holds air?

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Watch again and see TPU here the ride on tube has split, then you’ll see why I could not repair the tube. Thanks

[@matthewblue7839]

Unfortunate, but one data point doesn’t represent much of anything. I just switched to RN tpu and also got my first flat after 3 days of riding and something obviously cut through the tire , so I don’t see it as a quality issue and front tire was fine. I’ve ordered Pirelli repair kit so we’ll see. Big difference in price between Pirelli and RN tpu tubes, for me, jury is still out on RN: fingers crossed !

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Everyone’s experience will differ, though my RideNow tube failed, it didn’t puncture that much I’m 100% sure of. I’ve got a 36g RN tube on its way to see the quality difference, will report. Just suggested to a friend to buy the Pirelli repair kit, very good value. Cheers for comment😊👍

[@marklohnes6313]

Hmmm, I am still on the same Pirelli TPU race tubes all season for 4k miles without issues. I have done 2 150 mile races and countless hill climbs and not an issue….even 25 hours of roller time as well. So, not contesting your experiences, but I have enjoyed mine 110%

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Glad you’re enjoying the Pirelli TPU tubes. Not sure what video you watched but I have nothing but love for the Pirelli TPU tubes, I didn’t like the RideNow versions. Thanks for dropping by appreciate the view and the comment.

[@maximilaan9729]

i been riding/racing tubolito last season 0 flats and i also use pirelli zero's

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Great tubes thanks 😊👍

[@euzimeumesmo]

The TCU manual does not recommend using the cylinder to fill the air chamber, just using the air pump

[@JamesSocialCycling]

The tube didn’t fail when pumped up it failed 12 miles and an extra 20 minutes after. I know a few people that use Co2 and have no issues. I’ll check the details out cheerd

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Just checked my Pirelli TPU tube packaging and there is nothing saying anything about restrictions on using co2.

[@euzimeumesmo]

@@JamesSocialCycling I read this in the Ridenow and Cyclame manual

[@bluztime5271]

Could you not patch the ridenow?

[@JamesSocialCycling]

It had split on one of the seams, joint, so no I couldn’t. Cheers😊👍

[@bikerted16]

Got a mate who repairs his punctured inner tubes , I don’t think he had any room left to put a patch on 😢 not seen him for a while tho not been out on a bike for 3 years now … a good old fashioned pump does wonders James ,

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Terry sending you hugs mate. You’re a legend keep going my friend. Your time will come again mate😊👍

[@SweetappleC]

I've been using Pirelli TPU's for a few months. Had three punctures down to bad luck. However, two of them were so small the tyre only went flat after I got home and spotted the next day. I have repaired them and seem good. I also 'shredded' two when fitting! I use a Tyre Glider and it just sliced the tube open. TPUs are fiddly to get them onto the wheel, so it might have been my poor technique. I am persevering. James, I like your work. You come across well. Please good you do session on fitting a Pirelli TPU using a Tyre Glider - quick - as I am running out of glue!

[@JamesSocialCycling]

😅 Running out of glue🫣 I am repairing my tubeless Gravel Wheel at some point soon, due to having problems and I carry a Pirelli spare. So I’ll do a short. Yes can be fiddly, you just have to make sure the TPU is in the wheel when using the T glider. I have found the repair of the TPU’s to be such a pleasure, so easy, no mess and once stuck no issues. Glad you’re getting on well with the Pirelli’s as expensive as they are they’re worth it. Appreciate the feedback and comment. I’ll get that video done the weekend if the weather sorts itself out😁😊👍

[@SweetappleC]

@@JamesSocialCycling Thanks for the tip, how much do you inflate the tube before fitting?

[@JamesSocialCycling]

@@SweetappleC to be honest I’m thinking don’t. Reason is I put a breaths worth in the gravel TPU last week and found it a pain to use the Tyre Glider. I had to push the TPU in the glider which took me longer to get the tyre back on. In hindsight I think no air and push the TPU up in the tyre and to the other side. This will allow you to use the tyre glider much easier and not catch the TPU.

[@MrMarcipans]

24g ridenows are not for gravel tyre

[@JamesSocialCycling]

If you watched and listened you’d have heard me say we got caught out on a newly laid road. I was road riding. Thanks for the view.

[@MrMarcipans]

​@@JamesSocialCycling you're right my bad

[@razorree]

2 Ridenow exploded on my bike ! one during an ascent (I'd be on hospital for long if it happens on a descent), another one, while I was sitting nearby and drinking a beer (there was no sun!). there are some weaker spots at tube joints which expand/get thinner. no probs with Tubolito though. (my mate rides Cyclami without problems as well)

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Glad you’re ok after that.appreciate you dropping by and comment😊👍

[@razorree]

@@JamesSocialCycling for sure no more Ridenow (or other super light TPU), I'll continue with Pirelli TPU now. (which I heard are made by Tubolito)

[@blahqwe]

I'd try the standard Ride now TPUs...carbon rims?@@razorree

[@razorree]

@@blahqwe carbon rims. I didn't have problems with Tubolito and now i'm using Pirelli (which I heard is made by tubolito). RideNow failed just next to valve reinforcement, I don't think it's connected with carbon rims.

[@blahqwe]

Did you have the ones with newer white valves? I heard it happens on the older valves.@@razorree

[@zedddddful]

I'll stick with my conti butyl tube's though i am tempted with latex tube's they are supposed to roll really well and be comfortable.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

It’s a pity the Pirelli are soooo expensive. They’re a lot tougher and I really can’t get over how easy they are to repair. Still they will get reviewed later, long term. Cheers Zed appreciate you dropping by 😊👍

[@DuncMcNutt]

unless you are racing or time trialling, I would say latex aren't worth the effort. I did run latex tubes for a couple of years many moons ago. They lose pressure so you have to pump them up ever ride. They are hard to repair ( I found they didn't patch as reliably) And they would pinch very easily when trying to get a tyre back on very easily. Just my view

[@geraldinecoupland4162]

Sorry to hear 2 in 1 ride!! Never really looked into these inner tubes. Still tubeless for hubby and I and carry spare normal tube, CO2’s, normal pump and Dynaracer/Dynaplugs. Hope your repair job is successful, you’ll have to keep us posted 🙌🏻 (never boring James, informative 👍)

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Was the first in a long time so no problems and gave me a video, even if was me fixing the TPU tube😊 I just don’t trust tubeless on high pressure tyres, am on my Topstone though. Thank take care😊👍

[@tallabomba]

I had pretty much the same experience. I might try them again after a year or two if they fix their quality issues.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Thanks for the feedback. They do seem to be hit or miss. Appreciate the view😊👍

[@tjwoolsey478]

I don’t think you’re smart enough to utilize this material as intended.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Merry Christmas and thanks for the view

[@nadsim154]

Hello, how did your patched pirelli tpu hold?

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Tube held fine thanks. No issues what so ever. Actually found it so much easier than butyl patching, a lot easier. Thanks for dropping by 😊👍

[@nadsim154]

@@JamesSocialCycling Thanks for the answer. After also having bad experience with Ridenow, i'm thinking about these... What do you think of their reinforced version, is it worth it or the normal one is strong enough?

[@JamesSocialCycling]

@@nadsim154I only use the Smart Tube from Pirelli, didn’t know they did a tougher TPU. I think I said that the TPU on the Pirelli was a lot better quality already. I would stick to the standard as they’re already expensive. Thanks and good luck😊👍

[@johnnyboy4711]

Emailed ridenow and they are sending me out tpu repair kit , equivalent to pirelli version,tpu glue and tpu patches. I bought 4 gravel ridenow tpu tubes. 3 snake bite flats,very easily punctured tbh. Road ones are fine but try an run them at 35-40 psi in wider tyres and its a lottery.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

I’d be having felt tyre anxiety on every ride mate🤣 Well done for persevering. Cheers for dropping by as well😊🤣

[@johnnyboy4711]

@@JamesSocialCycling just to follow up emailed ride now,Eric was the contact,I asked for repair kits(same tpu material and glue etc) week after sending email received by FedEx, 6 gravel tubes and 2 tpu repair kits gratis. Now that's pretty good customer service tbh.

[@electricbikerider]

Hi James, the TPU tubes are definitely not for me, I’ve got bin bags thicker than them, so not sure if I could trust them. I’m staying with the continentals as they are only £3.75 each @ Tweeks Cycles. 🚴🏻‍♂️👍🏼

[@JamesSocialCycling]

I hear you Harv, though not slamming the Pirelli’s just yet, though expenses. Cheers mate😊👍