Good price, good durability. Not particularly light weight. But a good tune for daily use.
I don't particularly enjoy changing tubes while on a ride, particularly in cold or bad weather. I don't think anyone does. I do enjoy using an inexpensive product that is rugged, that actually fits, and performs as intended, and lasts. Also I enjoy saving money by buying in bulk. Finally, I appreciate that Kenda tubes are available in my desired length.
I live in an area prone to punctures. I've tried a wide range of tube alternatives ... and over the past 10 years, the Kenda tubes, while a bit heavier, have proven to provide the greatest puncture resistance. I've stopped buying brand name tubes and now buy Kenda exclusively.
Never have flats with these
I use these tubes for training in the summer and winter months. I was using a super light Kenda, but those were too prone to pinch flats. When I tried the standard weight Kendas, I haven't gone back since.
For general riding
I bought half a dozen of these near the beginning of the year. I have 3 road bikes and rarely have flats, so I figured this was probably at least a two year supply. I put the first one on in March with a new rear tire. It was good for a month, but developed a slow leak on the second half of a ride. I changed it out and was good for the ride home, But then 2 was flat when I pulled the bike out for next weeks ride. I changed it out and checked the leak when I got home and found a very small, like smaller than a pinhole on a seam. Next week, with tube 3 the very same thing happens, same kind of small leak on a seam. I'm think ok, that's like one in a million, these are very highly rated, couldn't happen again. This time with 4 I'm good the first week, good the second and third, then it fails on the fourth week. I say I'm done, put a different brand in and I'm fine until today. I have my first legitimate flat with blowout and obvious cut on the tire from debris. I change the tire and again try to have faith in this tube by putting 5 on Sunday morning, knowing I can change it before the ride next week if it's another slow leaker. Guess what? The valve to tube connection was bad and every pump went right straight out. I put a new Conti tube on and 6 went in the garbage can. I'm done with bargain tubes, just not worth the hassle.
Kenda tubes are very well made and are better quality than most. I use them for training rides and do not care that they weigh more than ultra-lite racing tubes. What I care about is dependability and durability and combined with Conti Gator Skins, it makes a great combo.
Good price on a bike tune
it was a perfect replacement tube, and it came with all the necessary hardware.
I comute 10 to 20 miles a day and an occasional 40 mile ride. The tube has been awesome.
Had one tube where the valve got stuck and another tube with a slow leak in the valve.
Great tube for the price. I have put several hundred miles on the Kenda Tubes I purchased and still going strong - no problems so far. I will purchase more as back ups.
Great long lasting tube for a cheap price
Solid product from a quality manufacturer and has a smooth stem, which works much more smoothly with my floor pump than any threaded stem tube does. Never had a manufacturing quality problem with any Kenda tube.
I've been using these affordable mid-weight tubes for years. Usually buy about 8 per year, and they hold up well. Very rarely get flats. If I do get a flat it's because of some sharp object or glass that would flat any tube in general. Don't waste you time on super lightweight tubes, these perform well under all conditions and have good rolling resistance as well.
After many problems with Continentals these Kendas' are working for me.
Have used these tubes many times in past. Least expensive yet great quality. Get the longest stem.
Appreciate the quality of product and the quick delivery
Dependable and long lasting.
