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Can I use 2.1 tubes on 2.3 tyres ??
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paul bristow 2
26/07/05 11:48
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Just bought some Conti Flows, these are 2.3 light weight jobbies but I have just discovered I only have 2.1 tubes ( a spare 7 or 8 of the buggers to be precise)

There seems to be little choice on the big web sites re 2.3 tubes, can anyone recommend a good light weight 2.3 tube.

Failing that what would happen if I simply used the 2.1 tubes ? Its not as if I am stretching them a big amount and they are rubber after all.
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Trail Dog
26/07/05 13:43
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I have used Nokian Uni tubes which will go from 1.95 to 2.3.
You will be able to use the tubes you have but they'll puncture more easily (especially with Conti lightweights).

I now run fat tyres tubeless with a Stans kit and bit of latex sealant.
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Free Wheelin' Franklin
26/07/05 13:46
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Yes, just a bit more prone to punctures.
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den payne
26/07/05 16:27
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We're talking two tenths of an inch difference you'd be hard pushed to see the difference really course they'll work
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Errrmmm Yesss ( Dyl, 69ers still ROCK )
26/07/05 17:51
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Conti 2.3's are 2.1's really so thats perfect.

Been thinking about those tyres to, any good ??? I'd bet Zero use if you find a patch of mud though ??

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paul bristow 2
26/07/05 18:52
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Dylan they look good, they are so light with what appear to be paper thin side walls that I fear puncture city might be a common stopping point but as always there is only one way to find out, will update you after the weekend.
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Errrmmm Yesss ( Dyl, 69ers still ROCK )
26/07/05 21:56
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Was going to slap one on the back of the HT to remove the Drag from the rear haven't got around to ordering 1 yet though.

Will await your review :)

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sandi bliguin
22/04/09 18:57
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hi puffy,

Well you seem to be sending my life some sort of aggrivation it bothers me. I urge you to stop all the time... but it seems like your doing something great for your people in your cultures looks.. i would urge  you to stop by on other television stations. and radio stns.

From Sandi b.

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22/04/09 19:15
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