UST rims with tubes

[chuck]

I'm currently using tubeless conversion on non UST. No problem there but I'm thinking of getting new rims. With my conversion I find it easier to just pull out the strip and put in a tube if the tyre cuts and continue. Now if I get UST rims how easy is it to still do this? Is the valve easy enough to remove and put in a tube as a temp measure?

 

Suppose I can go to the LBS to check but I'm lazy and that is why you are here. Yes YOU reading this 

[quickdraw]

It's easier - basically the valve stem without the strip

[splat]

Yes, its very easy.

The valve has a screw nut thingie holding it in place. Just remember to keep it all together and in a safe place if you do remove it as they aren't cheap.

 

splat2009-07-30 23:48:51

[chuck]

Cool that's what I was hoping for. Thanks for the feedback. UST it is then. Now who has a cheap set for me 

[rad006]

Dunno but what rims are UST???

[chuck]

 

Dunno but what rims are UST???

 

2 many to mention but basically you won't need a rim strip as there are no spoke holes on the inside of the rim.

 

 

[splat]

Universal Standard for Tubeless (or something like that) developed by Mavic.

Mavic 819 rims are full UST

Stans require tape and but are much lighter and are similarly priced, I think.

[rad006]

Ok what besides Mavic and Stans are any good in SA???

As I heard Mavix 819`s are bad wont mention my source

[chuck]

 

Ok what besides Mavic and Stans are any good in SA???

As I heard Mavix 819`s are bad wont mention my source

 

I believe Fulcrum is good but it's a bit too expensive for me.

 

[rad006]

I didnt know they sold just rims...

Ie im looking to build up my own wheels

[chuck]

 

I didnt know they sold just rims...

Ie im looking to build up my own wheels

 

Ah ok. I was actually talking wheelsets. Not sure about just the rims.

 

[splat]

Ok what besides Mavic and Stans are any good in SA???

As I heard Mavix 819`s are bad wont mention my source

 

What did your anonymous source say about 819's?

 

If you are looking at a custom full UST wheel build, that is your only option.

Besides being a little heavy, what wrong with them?

 

The Stans rims are nice and light, but are not UST. They use that yellow tape and work a charm apparently. There is a whole range to suit your weight and riding style (but not your wallet)

 

After that, its any rim and a conversion kit.

 

What sort of wheels are you looking to build?

CRC has a great range and are stocking Stans rims now.

[rad006]

I thought stans was UST hence the only reason they should be the best....

So now I guess besides a wheelset im stuck to Mavic??

[Tumbleweed]

If you are looking at a custom full UST wheel build' date=' that is your only option.

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sorry, not getting this.

[Giant]

I'm with Splat,

 

Mavic 819's are not light, but I've got a set on my Prophet and have found them to be bomb proof. 

 

I've heat tested one, First time i used my tow bar carrier I melted the tyre off the rim (who thought exhaust fumes were that hot) and a month late hit a concrete block at about 50k, burped the tyre flat, but still runs true and seals a treat.

 

[chuck]

 

 

I've heat tested one' date=' First time i used my tow bar carrier I melted the tyre off the rim (who thought exhaust fumes were that hot) and a month late hit a concrete block at about 50k, burped the tyre flat, but still runs true and seals a treat.

 [/quote']

 

Ok you give 'trek alles deur jou gat' new meaning