Why Latex? Compared to standard bicycle inner tubes which are made of butyl rubber, Latex is significantly more elastic (10x elongation compared to 2-3x), but more importantly, Latex Rubber has significantly lower coefficient of damping which means that when latex rubber is stretched or flexed, it returns to shape faster and with fewer energy losses.What does this mean for an inner tube? Latex inner tubes are generally 2-5 Watts (per tire) more efficient at 30mph than tubes made of other materials, are harder to pinch-flat, and offer superior suppleness and road feel, especially when combined with supple, low rolling resistance tires.This tube has been sized to fit tires measuring 24-30mm, which...
Best Price: £35.00 from Leisure Lakes Bikes
| Stockist | Catalogue Product Name | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silca Latex Inner Tube 700 x 24-30mm w/42mm valve Pink | £35.00 | Visit Store |
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