Subject: RE: bike tubesrhff - 2012-04-23 7:28 PM jaycee6 - 2012-04-23 10:55 AM Check out mountain equipment co-op - I think they have the most affordable tubes in the city. $3.00-$4.00 This. MEC rules. You won't notice any difference in rolling resistance unless the majority of your training is done surfing the triathlon websites. Rough roads don't give a sh*t about what your tubes are made of. Personally I would worry more about the viscosity of your recovery drink. You're right - ignore the data that people have put together and go with what "you" know is best. That's a solid plan. For those who are interested, you'll notice that most people will save the latex tubes for race day and you can save as much as 2.5 watts/wheel over a butyl tube. Sounds like a small amount, but when added in with all the other small things, it adds up to quite a bit. Some people will also train on latex tubes, and will argue they are just as durable as butyl - others believe they are more prone to punctures. There is some difference in opinion about longevity - but the testing shows latex is faster. |