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Message started by ineclipse on 06/14/09 at 00:40:52

Title: Tire Slime?
Post by ineclipse on 06/14/09 at 00:40:52

Been searchin the forum for a bit trying to find a consensus on the effectiveness of Tire Slime for our cycle's tires. Being that they are tubed, and plugs are of no option, does anyone know how the "Tubed" tire slime holds up? My major concern is offsetting tire balance. What do ya'll think?

Title: Re: Tire Slime?
Post by serowbot on 06/14/09 at 00:47:23

If you ride regularly, it won't upset balance,.. but it's not nearly as effective in a tube tire. Very small punctures only, after that tubes tend to blow out, and slime will just make a giant mess. I've also had the goop plug up the valve stem and cause a flat while checking tire pressure. I had to replace the valve because it got so boogered pulling the snot out.
That said, some folks swear by it. I used it in my dirt bikes because it works for thorn punctures... never get those on the street, just screws and nails... not so good with those...

Title: Re: Tire Slime?
Post by ineclipse on 06/14/09 at 01:12:52

Well, I suppose I;m asking because I'm planning a long trip, 3,000 miles or so soon, within the next few days, and wanted the added protection of the slime. We would be riding regularly. Maybe just take a tube with us? Maybe fix a flat? I hate tubed tires, but havent converted yet.
Thanks,
-Luke.