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Gear Talk / Re: Go Tubeless When Touring?

« on: December 04, 2025, 04:41:15 pm »

Thanks to everyone who provided input into my question about going tubeless and touring. As usual, one size doesn't fit all (situations). I appreciate everyone's perspective. Safe travels!

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Gear Talk / Go Tubeless When Touring?

« on: November 21, 2025, 12:20:55 pm »

What do we think about going with a tubeless wheel/tire setup when touring? I've gone tubeless on my road bike with over 5,000 miles and no punctures that did not seal. No plugs needed. My concerns about this set up when touring is the added weight of panniers (perhaps countered by pumping to higher air pressure), the trade off of carrying sealant, being able to "shock" the deflated tire back onto hookless rims (if partial/removal is needed) and so on. I do carry an emergency tube on the road bike.

Thanks!