I have used the tube in rear wheel as replacement after punctures and it has worked great. I got few flats and needed to patch the tube but I believe those were due to using the 18-25c tube on 28c tire with 85psi pressure. In this case the rubber is stretched to its limits making the tube very thin that it easily breaks on hits.
7 YRS TOURING UPSTATE NY ROADS RIDING APPROX 2000 MILES PER SEASON I HAVE HAD A FEW FLAT TIRES ! LIGHTWEIGHT, DURABLE AND LONG LASTING .IN A PINCH I HAVE TRIED BIKE SHOP INNER TUBES FROM 2 LOCAL SHOPS AND ALWAYS COME BACK TO MICHELIN AIRCOMPS. MAILORDERING THEM IS A PAIN BUT WORTH IT. I ALWAYS GET THE SMOOTH PRESTA VALVE - DO NOT LIKE THREADED VALVE STEMS.
I buy these tubes because of the smooth, non-threaded stem. Tire pump slides on and the valve fitting on my pump and doesn't get abraded and worn out. They hold up well. This is the only tube I buy.
I've tried other tubes, but always come back to Michelin. They are reliable, light weight, and durable. Plus, I really like the non-threaded valves.
Great tube (surprisingly light weight for the price and I like that the stem isn't a) too long (40mm instead of standard 48) or b) threaded.
Can't ask for anything more out of a tube you bought on sale.
May need to run a slightly longer stem than with a threaded and nut style as stem pushes into rim. Not a big deal using pump, but I did need to get a different type of CO2 inflator that grabbed the stem and used a trigger, as opposed to my previous one that released gas when pressed onto stem.
Like the smooth, non-treaded stem. Much easier to get my floor and frame pumps on and off. Lighter than the butyl tubes I've been using but still holds pressure for days and have not had any puncture issues. 52 mm stem is perfect length for my Campy Eurus rims.
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.
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.
I carry these in a ziplock bag filled with corn-starch for the inevitable flat.
I have used Michelin tubes for years with really good luck.
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.
These tubes maintain air pressure better than the competition. Excellent puncture resistance
Great value and longevity for a light bike tube.
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.
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,
I like the light weight and use them on my Road Bikes. I like the stem without threads, it so much easier to get the pump on and off.
Good lightweight tube. I always buy 18-23 sz for my 28 wide tires.
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!
