tubeless

Recent standardizations in tubeless wheels and tires have changed Lennard Zinn's mind on tubeless.

Two years in the making, the new wheels account for a variety of real-world situations, from hard impacts to gusty winds, as well as hitting high-performance markers.

How to service Phil Wood Hubs, clean disc brake calipers pistons, and praise for Di2 ‘triples.’

Manufacturer guidelines and recommendations for tubeless tire inflation upper and lower limits.

Tubeless tires, wider rims, and lower pressure are keys to avoiding punctures and securing grip at Strade Bianche.

Tubeless tires, wider rims, special wheels, secret tire pressure — a mechanic shares the details of what goes into building out the race bikes for Strade Bianche.

The unique-looking, mid-depth wheel is designed for the punishing cobbles of the ‘Hell of the North.’

Cycling wheel and tire experts offer opinions about and insights into tire testing.

A real-world example of how rolling resistance impacts effort, and duration, over a 200-mile gravel ride.

I've ridden Conti clinchers and tubular tires for years, and with this latest update, the tire performance is even better.

A discussion of tire rolling resistance testing methods and protocols.

Natural latex and Kevlar bits make for quick seals in tubeless tires.

We tested on a rough lab surface at pressures from 22-87psi, and investigated various construction methods, puncture protection strategies, and the tradeoffs of tread patterns.

More tips for mounting tubeless tires on tubeless wheels.

How to size tires to rims and more discussion about tire hysteresis and aerodynamic drag.

More analysis of tire pressure and rolling resistance at the ‘Hell of the North,’ and tubeless tires removal and installation.

The carbon-spoke wheels are claimed to weigh just 1,200 grams and will sell for about $1,400.

The finish order of the riders in the Hell of the North mirrored the finish order of their tires in our rolling resistance test.

Optimal rim/tire combination widths, rolling resistance, and tire-wear questions answered.

Simple tips and clever tricks for getting stubborn tubeless tires mounted on rims.

Technical expert Lennard Zinn offers tips and tricks for mounting tubeless tires.

Continental improves top-performing Grand Prix 5000 tubeless performance — but it comes with a weighty price tag.

What causes tires to absorb more or less of a rider’s energy?

Lennard Zinn discusses tubeless tire standards, drivetrains, stainless steel frames, fork flex, and more.

Options for custom steel frames, more advice about tubeless repair plugs, and un-sticking sticky components.

Technical advice about bike geometry, high-speed shimmy, and plugging tubeless tires.

An effective tool for seating tubeless tires in a flash — or just pumping up any type of tires.

Can tubeless tire plugs be shed? Lennard Zinn has answers.

Tips for traveling with disc brakes, road tubeless safety, and bespoke yellow cycling kits.

Giant Bicycles' high-end house brand promises performance with lightweight, shallow-depth option.

The system Alexander Kristoff used to win Gent-Wevelgem in 2019 is now available for all riders.

The Aerothan tube is made from a thermoplastic polyurethane and promises light weight, puncture protection, and exceptional ride quality. Can it deliver?

Lennard answers questions about Shimano GRX drivetrain compatibility, tubeless-ready tires on standard rims, and how to manage sticky bottle-bosses.

The Utah brand gets in the tire game with SES road tubeless options made in the Czech Republic by Tufo.

The P Zero tubeless-ready performance-oriented tires promise low weight, control, and a modicum of puncture resistance.

Lots of new tech is ready for show time from the Utah brand — but not yet ready for sale.

The versatile, light, mid-depth wheel is now even lighter, tubeless-ready, and available in a disc brake only version.

Lennard Zinn instructs on how to deal with a misaligned mount, addresses the advantages of tubeless tires, and explains the sailing effect when riding with the wind.

Dynaplug ups the ante on high-end, lightweight plug tools.

Road tubeless has had a bumpy road to acceptance. Has it finally gained enough traction to become the future of road bike spec?

Tubeless tires on a tubeless rim with a bead-lock ridge should stay mounted better than most clinchers upon rapid deflation — though still not as well as a well-bonded tubular.

When disinfecting — mild solvents like isopropyl alcohol, up to quite strong ones like acetone — are not going to damage a bike.

The Hunt 44 and 54 UD Carbon Spoke disc wheels utilize TaperLock technology which allows for a mechanical truing process, much like a traditional wheel system.

Lennard Zinn went in search of the most aerodynamic combination of rim and tubeless tire. Here's what he found.

When riding tubeless tires, don't leave home without a spare tube, tire levers and inflator, which can be used should you suffer a blowout which will not seal.

Take a trip to the hell of the north to hear about Edvald Boasson Hagen and Michael Gogl from NTT Pro Cycling as they experiment with tubeless tires.

Lennard addresses sealant causing high-speed wobbles, and mounting tubeless tires without sealant.

Running tubeless tires without sealant, and examining the precision of the ETRTO standard for measuring tire and rim widths.

After a reader suffers a tubeless blowout on a Pyrénées descent, Lennard digs into the potential causes for the catastrophe.

A reader writes in after an unfortunate crash on tubeless tires; Lennard gets more feedback on his lightning column

Amongst dozens of tubulars and double-ring drivetrains, the bikes of Zdenek Stybar and Mads Pedersen stood out at Gent-Wevelgem.

Racers will find a lot to like in the latest tubeless cyclocross setups, but you might not want to ditch your tubulars just yet.

Global Cycling Network breaks down the pros and cons of tubeless vs. clincher tire setups

Bedazzled tire goop plugs big holes and lasts longer than established options

Global Cycling Network shows you how to ditch the tubes on your road bike

Lennard Zinn takes a look at two questions from readers about tires in this week’s Technical FAQ.

Lennard Zinn picks the brains of tubeless tire makers after a reader experiences an untimely double flat with a bead failure

What’s the ideal pressure for tubeless tires on the road? Lennard Zinn talks about that and more

One reader asks why, in the world, is his mechanic dripping oil into his bottom bracket and hubs whenever he has a little friction

New 55mm aero wheel can be used in either a clincher or tubeless setup

Lennard Zinn answers reader questions about going tubeless, and relays one reader's process for installing tubeless tires

This week, Lennard Zinn answers readers' questions about the size of cassettes and cranks, rubbing chains, and more

This week, Lennard Zinn provides instructions on how to mount road tubeless tires, and also has an update from a previous column

Lennard Zinn answers reader questions on converting to tubeless, high thread-count tubeless tires, and treating carbon wheels with ceramic brake tracks

Ask a Mechanic walks us through the process of installing tubeless tires on a mountain bike wheel — without making a mess

Zinn on mounting ’cross tires with Stu Thorne's Belgian tape, limiting Morton's Neuroma pain, and dangers of running clinchers tubeless

Tech editor Nick Legan answers questions on thin bar tape, bang-for-buck upgrades and tubeless safety

Lennard Zinn answers reader questions about tire sealant corrosion, making the tubeless transition and those funny Team GB helmets

The Fulcrum hoops responded as quickly as a 29" wheel ever has for me

Lennard Zinn answers reader questions on melting carbon

Also: Removing Belgian tape, re-inflating tubeless when traveling and gluing in a slipping seatpost

Also: seating tubeless, CDI torque wrenches and wider road rims

Lennard takes questions on electric tire pumps, hanging bikes form hooks and gets more feedback on road tubeless

Lennard gets more feedback on tubulars v. tubeless, plus answers questions on fork fatigue, inner-tube fatigue, pedal threads and more

Lennard takes Q's on aging tubulars, tubeless tire maintenance, tire pump gauge accuracy and more.

Tubular vs. tubeless for the pros; getting that special bike

A reader has a new set of wheels with tubeless tires, but the darn things leak. Lennard goes through the steps that you - or your bike shop - need to follow to keep air where it belongs.

Vibration relief, wide-range gearing options and nano health

After a decade of tubeless innovation for mountain bikes the guys at Stan’s notubes turned their attention this year to wheels for road and ‘cross.

Going tubeless — even on standard rims with non-tubeless tires — is a good alternative to the hassle of tubulars.