Pyramid Thorn Resistant Tube
A heavy-duty tube designed to stand up to tough trails, the Pyramid is made to protect against damage from thorns and other sharp hazards with heavy wall construction. The tubes are recognized for puncture resistance, rugged build and capability for holding air. One thing to beware of when purchasing thorn-resistant or heavy-duty tubes is that they don't make good spares because of their large size and weight. They are difficult to fit into a saddlebag and will also add weight to the bike. Pyramid Thorn Resistant tubes come in 29- and 26-inch sizes and feature both Schrader and Presta valves.
Panaracer Super Tube
The Panaracer Super Tube is an extra thick tube that Panaracer claims is 50 percent thicker than average butyl tubes. The extra thickness helps to protect against punctures and flats. Tubes like this are especially useful when biking in the desert and other terrain where small, spiky plants exist. It is known for durability and holding air. The Super Tube comes in both valve types and a number of sizes.
Slime Self-Healing Smart Tubes
You might have heard of Slime sealant, which you can add to tubes to protect against flats. The sealant will automatically seal small holes in your tube, preventing a flat tire. To save you the trouble of manually filling up tubes, Slime also offers self-healing tubes that come prefilled with sealant. The sealant will automatically fill puncture holes up to one-eighth-inch in size. Slime tubes come in Presta and Schrader and fit a variety of tire sizes.
Article Written By Joe Fletcher
Joe Fletcher has been a writer since 2002, starting his career in politics and legislation. He has written travel and outdoor recreation articles for a variety of print and online publications, including "Rocky Mountain Magazine" and "Bomb Snow." He received a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Rutgers College.
