Slime 30044 Self-sealing Smart Bike Tube Schrader Valve 26 X 1-3/8 Inches

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by abilitv_broadca...01 May, 2019Most favourable review

I thought I ordered 24" x 1 1/4" size. However, it was pretty easy to use the 26" size.

26 inch tube used in a 24 in tire.

Not bought in purpose. BUT - works exactly the same.

24 inch tubes are a pain to find in person. They are annoying to locate online.

To avoid the heavy spot. Flat spot. Dent spot. All the same when you fold the tube over itself.

I insert the tube with just enough air in it to just inflate it. NOT FULLY INFLATED. Just enough to make it easier to insert into the tire. The tube is still very limp.

Just tuck all of the tube in, and pick 2 locations to sort of fold/smush the tube into the tire. It should just barely stay.

Then just install the tire into the rim as normal. Just be sure you keep an eye on the tube as it might sneak out. Just tuck it back in.

Now, DO NOT - DON'T pump the tube yet.

Use your hands and fingers to pinch and massage the tire so to speak. To insure the tube is seated inside the tube nicely.

Now PUMP about 2 to 3 times.THEN REPEAT the above tire massage.

Now pimp the rest of the way.

If done correctly the tire will be round. The ride will be smooth.
And, this buys you time until you van get the 24 inch tubes later.

I personally am very happy with my little mistake. As it has shown me I have more options available to me now.

If you think it sucks being a bike rider when your tube goes flat... Imagine if one of your legs fell off?

As a wheelchair user, I do not get the option of walking my ride home to save the rim from damage. Or the tire for that matter.

Images show the tube box. And, my wheelchair with that tube on it.

To the seller - Thank you for shipping so quickly! I will likely be buying from you in the future.
☆☆☆☆☆ Five Stars
Totally recommend this seller and this excellent product.Read full review

Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: jandjultra

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by buysellitnow51302 Jun, 2022Most critical review

SCAM!!!!

Do not buy these it is a waste of money everyone of them that I have bought I have gotten flats, and it is a mess when you get a flat they have all kind of green Gook gets all over everything it's a scam and it it's not worth spending more money on a inner tube that does the same thing as a regular interube!!!👀Read full review

Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: jb-tools

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by viceroyc20 Jun, 2017

Works too well

I installed it and inflated the tube only to find that the tire rim was not seated properly. When i tried to relieve pressure the chemical clogged the port and a stem remover didn't help either. Had no choice but to pop the tube with a knife. Be aware that these tubes can only be installed once. If you mess up the installation then you are screwed.Read full review

Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: fanteller

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by iltski28 Aug, 2017