What size inner tube does a mountain bike take?

Mountain bike tyre sizes are usually stated in inches. So a 29 inch MTB tube will have the same diameter as a 700c road wheel, while a 27.5 inch tube will be the same diameter as a 650b road wheel. You can also get 26 inch MTB tubes.

Will Halfords change my inner tube?

If you’re struggling to get your tyre off or don’t fancy getting your hands dirty, then Halfords can help. Our team of bike experts can replace your tyres or inner tubes for a small fee and we’ll make sure your bike is safe to ride before getting you back out on the road!

How do I know my bike tube size?

The size is almost always written somewhere on the sidewall of the tyre. Inner tubes typically state a wheel diameter and width range for which they will work, e.g. 26 x 1.95-2.125″, indicating that the tube is intended to fit a 26 inch tyre with a width of between 1.95 inches and 2.125 inches.

How much does a new inner tube cost?

Inner tubes typically cost $8. Specialty tubes (extra long valves, odd sizes, thorn proof, etc.) may cost more. Bikes with internally geared hubs or full chain cases cost more due to extra time, complexity, or component rarity.

Can a 26 inch inner tube fit a 27.5 wheel?

26″ tubes work perfectly well with 27.5″ wheels.

How do I choose a mountain bike tube?

Choosing the right tube for your Mountain Bike

Wheel diameter. Select the correct wheel diameter for your bike.
Tube width. The width of your tyre will determine the size of the tube you install.
Valve types.
Valve Stem Length.
Tube Thickness.

What services do Halfords offer?

You can find our full list of services here and below are examples of just some of the services we offer.

Battery & fitting.
Bike rack & fitting.
Bulb & fitting.
Car stereo & fitting.
Child seat & fitting.
Dash cam & fitting.
Roof box & fitting.
Tyre & fitting.

Can you change an inner tube without removing the wheel?

A flat tire may be repaired either by replacing the inner tube or by patching it. To replace the inner tube, you must remove the wheel from the bicycle. But to patch the inner tube, you need only expose it, without removing the wheel. A wheel with axle nuts is harder to remove and replace than one with a quick release.

What size is a 700c bike tube?

Road wheels are usually ‘700c’ sized (622mm in diameter, when measured from the bead seat to bead seat) and will need 700c tubes to match. These are sometimes referred to as 28in tubes, but that’s relatively uncommon. Meanwhile, mountain bike and commuter bike wheels and tyres are typically sized in inches.

How often should bike tubes be replaced?

So, how often should you replace inner tubes? Consider replacing inner tubes every time you replace the tires or when the inner tubes can no longer hold air. Regardless, it’s a good idea to do it after 2-4 years of hard riding.

How big is a Halfords bike inner tube?

The Halfords Schrader Bike Inner Tube measures 27.5″ x 2.1″ to 2.5″ and will fit most 27.5″ bike wheels and tires. This is a must have replacement when a puncture repair kit won’t do on worn and damaged tubes.

What kind of inner tubes do you need for a mountain bike?

The type of inner tube you require depends entirely on the type of bike you ride and the size of your wheels. At Halfords, we have a huge range of latex inner tubes to suit all wheel sizes. We’ve got everything from 10” tubes for a buggy or kid’s bike , all the way up to 29” tubes for mountain bikes .

Which is the best brand of inner tubes?

On top of this, we have several Stans tubeless kits, which contain everything you need to fix your tubeless wheelset. All our inner tubes are of the highest quality and manufactured by the likes of Continental, Schwalbe, Gaadi, Slime and Michelin.