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Review by TKReviewed 10/24/2013by TKCycling EnthusiastEnfield, CT3 of 10 customers found this review helpful....will not buy againI purchased 2 Michelin A1/B1 Aircomp Tubes to go with new tires (700 x 23). Have used these in past with no problems. This time, had problem with nut on end of threaded stem coming completely off threaded stem . Usually, the end of thread is flattened over to keep from threading right off. Not on these. Also, with smooth stem, when I got up around 100 PSI, pump head would pop off valve stem. Maybe my pump is worn, but I have other wheels with smooth stem tubes and have no problems. On positive note, once I got nut threaded back on and got air in tube, they held pressure fine. Even seems like the held pressure longer than normal. Go figure.
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I purchased 2 Michelin A1/B1 Aircomp Tubes to go with new tires (700 x 23). Have used these in past with no problems. This time, had problem with nut on end of threaded stem coming completely off threaded stem . Usually, the end of thread is flattened over to keep from threading right off. Not on these. Also, with smooth stem, when I got up around 100 PSI, pump head would pop off valve stem. Maybe my pump is worn, but I have other wheels with smooth stem tubes and have no problems. On positive note, once I got nut threaded back on and got air in tube, they held pressure fine. Even seems like the held pressure longer than normal. Go figure.
Review by BurkeReviewed 1/18/2020by BurkeCycling EnthusiastSalem, Oregon1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Michelin S1 Aircomp Ultra Liter Tube is perfect for a spare tuberI buy these tubes because they can be rolled up into a quite small package which is perfect for a compact seat bag. They are tough enough to use every day and perfect as a light, small spare.
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I buy these tubes because they can be rolled up into a quite small package which is perfect for a compact seat bag. They are tough enough to use every day and perfect as a light, small spare.
Review by nroberts98Reviewed 12/3/2021by nroberts98Daily CommuterFt. lauderdale, FL1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Teh aircomp is too easily puncturedI lost 2-tubes in the space of 2-days. Consequently, I researched the product, because I like the Michelin brand, and opted to buy its rubber alternative,
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I lost 2-tubes in the space of 2-days. Consequently, I researched the product, because I like the Michelin brand, and opted to buy its rubber alternative,
Review by USA1169Reviewed 6/18/2019by USA1169Cycling EnthusiastHood River, OR4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.Light & Durable, the smooth stem doesn't tear up pump connectionThis is a case of you get what you pay for. The tubes are a bit more expensive than others but over the last ten years they have been uniformly good quality, and more supple than the heavier cheaper versions. I really like the smooth valve stems, they do not tear up my quick connect hose fitting, easy to pull it of quickly as I release the grip all in one motion without shredding the rubber seal.
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This is a case of you get what you pay for. The tubes are a bit more expensive than others but over the last ten years they have been uniformly good quality, and more supple than the heavier cheaper versions. I really like the smooth valve stems, they do not tear up my quick connect hose fitting, easy to pull it of quickly as I release the grip all in one motion without shredding the rubber seal.
Review by basinbobReviewed 3/7/2019by basinbobCycling EnthusiastMemphis TN1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Great Value Great value and longevity for a light bike tube.
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Great value and longevity for a light bike tube.
Review by ATolkoff Reviewed 7/30/2018by ATolkoff Cycling EnthusiastSan Fernando Valley, CAIf you must use tubes, these are the tubes of choiceThese tubes are probably the best available. I've used others that have deflated while just sitting in my car. No such issues with these.
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These tubes are probably the best available. I've used others that have deflated while just sitting in my car. No such issues with these.
Review by PilgrimReviewed 5/27/2021by PilgrimCycling EnthusiastHouston, TXI bought two; one held air and one came with a hole in it. I will contact BTD about getting a refund....I ride a road bike on city streets.
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I ride a road bike on city streets.
Review by B WildmanReviewed 5/3/2018by B WildmanCycling EnthusiastNW Indiana2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.My tube of choiceGood lightweight tube. I always buy 18-23 sz for my 28 wide tires.
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Good lightweight tube. I always buy 18-23 sz for my 28 wide tires.
Review by FinGunnyReviewed 3/21/2018by FinGunnyCycling EnthusiastBatavia, IL1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Excellent tubes, light as it says!Quality, I see it in this product. I am a more light weight rider at less than 140lbs so saving a few ounces here and there does go a long way. I could feel a difference with these tubes over cheaper alternatives. I did not see or feel anything negative...these tubes are all good!
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Quality, I see it in this product. I am a more light weight rider at less than 140lbs so saving a few ounces here and there does go a long way. I could feel a difference with these tubes over cheaper alternatives. I did not see or feel anything negative...these tubes are all good!
Review by JNJ Reviewed 2/15/2021by JNJ Cycling EnthusiastSonoma county Wine Country2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Less PumpingThese tubes hold air very well. I do not have to pump up every ride. So far they seem very strong no problems so far and I love the threadless stems
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These tubes hold air very well. I do not have to pump up every ride. So far they seem very strong no problems so far and I love the threadless stems
Review by artman180Reviewed 12/28/2017by artman180Miami, FlThey work ok Good buy for the money
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Good buy for the money
Review by AnonymousReviewed 1/15/2021by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastSW Fla2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.My favorite tubeThese have been my go to tubes for years. Longer stem lengths mean I don't need a valve extender. And not having threads saves my floor pump grommet.AND, BTD always has the best prices.
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These have been my go to tubes for years. Longer stem lengths mean I don't need a valve extender. And not having threads saves my floor pump grommet.AND, BTD always has the best prices.
Review by BlackHillsBikerReviewed 9/28/2017by BlackHillsBikerCycling EnthusiastRapid City, SDGreat tubes that seem very durable.No problems with valves or installation.
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No problems with valves or installation.
Review by BikeLAReviewed 8/21/2017by BikeLACycling EnthusiastLos Angeles, CA1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Used to be my favorite tubes, but I have switched to 25mm tires and Michelin hasn't kept upI used these tubes for many years. They are light (the most cost-effective way to take some grams off the bike) and reliable (I did not experience any more flats with these than with regular butyl tubes). I also like the smooth valve stems, which work better with the Silca pump heads. BUT , like many other cyclists, I have switched to 25mm tires, on wider rims, and may try 28mm next time I need tires. Michelin desperately needs to get with the program and release a 25-28mm version of this tube.
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I used these tubes for many years. They are light (the most cost-effective way to take some grams off the bike) and reliable (I did not experience any more flats with these than with regular butyl tubes). I also like the smooth valve stems, which work better with the Silca pump heads. BUT , like many other cyclists, I have switched to 25mm tires, on wider rims, and may try 28mm next time I need tires. Michelin desperately needs to get with the program and release a 25-28mm version of this tube.
Review by PhilReviewed 1/30/2017by PhilCycling EnthusiastSanta Ynez, Ca.2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Best tube available The only tube I use and I have 5 racing bikes, Available in three stem lengths for different rims and smooth stem which doesn't abrade my silca pump head.
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The only tube I use and I have 5 racing bikes, Available in three stem lengths for different rims and smooth stem which doesn't abrade my silca pump head.
Review by BobFReviewed 9/4/2014by BobFCycling EnthusiastNew York, NY1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Great tubes.Great tubes. I believe, these are as good as any other butyl tubes out there. I've been using these for several years. They are light and no more prone to flats than heavier tubes. I also like the unthreaded valves.
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Great tubes. I believe, these are as good as any other butyl tubes out there. I've been using these for several years. They are light and no more prone to flats than heavier tubes. I also like the unthreaded valves.
Review by OttomaticReviewed 8/15/2014by OttomaticCompetitive RacerTravelers Rest, SCFantastic TubeVery lightweight, which is great for climbing. I have used them for years without any problems with puncturing, etc. Variety of stem lengths available.
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Very lightweight, which is great for climbing. I have used them for years without any problems with puncturing, etc. Variety of stem lengths available.
Review by NYC_DailyReviewed 5/19/2019by NYC_DailyDaily CommuterNew York, NY0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Rubbish tubes!I bought two tubes both failed in less than 100 miles of riding. forget about saving weight and buy something more durable.
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I bought two tubes both failed in less than 100 miles of riding. forget about saving weight and buy something more durable.
Review by BrendanReviewed 5/5/2014by BrendanEdmonds, Wa.980201 of 12 customers found this review helpful.Great product and long lasting I use the product 3-4 days a week on my daily rides and have always found them to be very reliable product over my 56 years of bike road riding.
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I use the product 3-4 days a week on my daily rides and have always found them to be very reliable product over my 56 years of bike road riding.
Review by scappoose cowboyReviewed 4/1/2019by scappoose cowboyCycling Enthusiastthe mts. between Scappoose and Vernonia, or.1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.thin tube that you better be super careful installingthese tubes are fragile so be careful mounting them. I will stick to normal tubes, the weight savings isn't worth it
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these tubes are fragile so be careful mounting them. I will stick to normal tubes, the weight savings isn't worth it