I carry one. I have had a large stick go through my sidewall that made a hole too large to seal. I installed the tube and a piece of flat plastic I keep with the tube to cover a hole, and was good to go.

 

I do, only because I don't want to be stranded 15 miles from my truck. And once or twice in the 6+ years (it's at least that, have kind of lost track) that I have run tubeless I would have been done without a tube. i.e. shredded sidewall -- even with a tube I have had to be cautious the rest of the way back but at least I was riding.

I like being as minimalist as possible, so I put a tube and CO2 cart under saddle with a backcountry research strap. Honestly I don't notice it at all and am not worried about the 1/2 lb of weight.

 

If you run a tubeless setup do you still carry a spare tube? Is it a good idea to carry a spare tube? Or don't even bother?

A tube and a pump (or co2) are the 2 things I always carry, hardly ever need them but when I do there's no substitute. On the rare occasions when I've forgotten them I feel naked and vulnerable.

 

Carry a tube, I can't imagine the frustration of trying to reseat my tire with just a hand pump.

Plus, I like to have one to help others (especially those new to mountain biking) who have a flat and no way to fix it.

Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk

 

I always carry a spare tube that'll fit what I am riding (road, fat, mtb)

walking blows, I'd rather just die than walk out*.

*I'll ride the damn rim into oblivion if I have to, but that costs a lotta bucks.

 

Well, I do carry a tube. Two weeks ago, I flatted out in the hot, humid , buggy woods. First time in many years since tubeless.

I had some choices. First, try my inflator as I carry multiple cartridges. Hmm, sidewall cut too big, leaks like a sieve.

Second, pull out the tube, but I'm so sweaty my glasses are fogging. Can't see sh*t. Bugs all around, too.

Well, option 3, cell phone. [emoji51]

Called wifey and hoofed it out of the woods for a 1.5 mile walk. She picked me up.

Maybe I should just dump the tube.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

 

Called wifey and hoofed it out of the woods for a 1.5 mile walk. She picked me up.

Maybe I should just dump the tube.

Substitute 15 for 1.5 and you might think differently

 

Always with a tube.

Although when I think of how many thorns there could possibly be in a tubeless tire to perforate any inner tube that would be installed, it seems almost pointless. But hey, you gotta get lucky sometimes.

-F

 

I carry a spare tube, a minim pump, and a CO2 inflator. I have never used the CO2, but the minipump comes in handy when a bad puncture causes me to lose air and I need to top it back up. The tube had come in handy a few times when a gash can't be repaired. getting stuck miles away from home with a "bulletproof" tubeless setup fails you sucks. it's rare, but it can happen.

 

Yes, but sometimes I forget to bring a tube.

 

Depends on where I'm riding. On rides where I'll be far from the car, yes I carry a tube and pump.

 

I used to.. until I found this:
https://www.amazon.com/GUP-Inflator-mountain-cyclocross-punctured/dp/B076D7CTGD

I usually only have 2-3 flats a year, otherwise could get expensive. Lighter than tube/Co2/inflator, and should (haven't had to use it yet) repair anything other than a large cut.

 

I carry sealant inside my tires, the spare tube is only for big gashes or cuts that it can't handle.

 

I guess the main driver in the decision is distance from the car. Also to help others.

 

Not for me, I carry one regardless of the ride length. Like Mike posted above I just keep it under the seat with an awesome strap and forget about it.

 

I don't ride tubeless, but I would carry one. A friend who uses Slime in his tubes has been caught out several times. It's embarrassing when he has to 'borrow' stuff from other people. Don't be that guy.

 

I've thought about ditching the tube. I haven't had a flat with any tubeless tire since I converted. I just know as soon as I stop carrying a tube, I'll need it. I don't like it in my jersey pocket, but it's a fairly minor annoyance.

 

Yep, the just in case kit on my bike has a spare tube, extra sealant, co2 inflators, valve core tool, and Dynaplugs like this
https://www.biketiresdirect.com/product/dynaplug-carbon-ultralite-tubeless-tire-repair-kit
Got to use all this stuff on other peoples bikes.
On really long rides 2 spare tubes and pump are also brought on the trip.

 

I'm thinking about getting Vittoria tire liners in addition to my plugs and ditching the tube altogether. I saw a video in which someone was able to ride out on a flat with the liner in place. I don't flat very often, and when I do I'll do just about anything to avoid putting in a tube because of all the sealant goo mess. Puncture, plug, inflate, then resume riding. If it fails then ride out slowly on the flat. Thoughts?

 

Every ride except short shuttles. I landed a large step up apparently right onto a stick just this wknd. The stick magically went right between my rim and tire bead instantaneously blowing my tire off the rim & spraying orange seal everywhere. Good luck getting a buggered up 29x2.4 tire to seat with a hand pump or CO2. Tube to the rescue.

 

Always have on me:

1) Spare tube with tire levers attached to seat rails with an awesome strap
2)Multi tool with chain breaker
3) Tire plug kit
4) mini pump

All that should be enough to get you out of most pickles.

 

I have carried two tubes since before my tubeless days. It may be overkill, but I'm the only one riding a 29er in my group.

 

Just an FYI, 26 tubes will work in a pinch. Last time the only tube I had was a 26er and it stayed in that 29er for over a year!

 

I carry a tube, and I also carry this:

https://www.backcountry.com/innovat...BRBCEiwA7AVGHo13OmWm5KPe8SGMJH0tTdEEVSHBo4rkj4H7aKdAV4LSFMeBhIJiNRoCv3YQAvD_BwE

I like the one bluedog03 posted though.

 

I have a tube attached to each one of my bikes. I haven't needed one since switching to tubeless, but I'd rather have it with me rather than walk.

 

I always carry a tube and a pump whether tubed or tubeless.

Lately I'm not sure why I carry anything. I never have any issues, and if I did, it's never more than a mile walk back to the car. All our trails are loopy things that don't really go anywhere.

 

Get that. I carry for just about any reasonable issue but have yet to need any of it in four years but.....I have come across more than a handful of Folks broke down. A five mile walk is more than some can do. So I help out and sneak in a break in the process. S area Travels,

 

I carry a tube, plugs, sealant and a patch kit. A buddy and I did a shuttle drop off a couple of weeks ago and had 4 flats between us, both having to install a tube because we could get the holes to plug. My friend then had to patch his tube. It happens.

 

Me too, + tire levers, a tire boot, pump, valve core remover.

 

Or just carry some zip ties. That will get you home.

 

Always a fan of overkill. So yeah, spare tube attached to my seat with a specialized mountain bandit thingy. Also keep a spare co2 cartridge in there. I've had enough punctures, sidewall tears, etc. on the trail to last a lifetime, and not once have I had to walk out as a result of that (or any other mechanical failure... so far...)

https://www.specialized.com/us/en/mountain-bandit/p/133107

And then this collection stuffed into the downtube:

Having everything attached/inside the bike makes it simple... it's always there, nothing to forget. Couldn't care less about the weight penalty either.

 

Always a fan of overkill. So yeah, spare tube attached to my seat with a specialized mountain bandit thingy. Also keep a spare co2 cartridge in there. I've had enough punctures, sidewall tears, etc. on the trail to last a lifetime, and not once have I had to walk out as a result of that (or any other mechanical failure... so far...)

https://www.specialized.com/us/en/mountain-bandit/p/133107

And then this collection stuffed into the downtube:
View attachment 1212308

Having everything attached/inside the bike makes it simple... it's always there, nothing to forget. Couldn't care less about the weight penalty either.

I gotta say. I thought those SWAT cages were gimmicky at first until I borrow my daughters bike that has one. They are awesome and it is amazing how much you can cram in there.

Yes, always a tube and CO2.