{"id":36614,"date":"2022-12-21T03:39:12","date_gmt":"2022-12-21T03:39:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/?p=36614"},"modified":"2023-01-12T05:47:51","modified_gmt":"2023-01-12T05:47:51","slug":"no-tubes-for-3-years","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/no-tubes-for-3-years\/","title":{"rendered":"No Tubes for 3 Years"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Following the initial &#8216;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/12-months-tubeless\/\">12 Months Tubeless<\/a>&#8216; and the following &#8216;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/24-months-tubeless\/\">24 Months Tubeless<\/a>&#8216; it&#8217;s time for 3rd edition. Spoiler alert! The puncture free run has extended for another year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So while the first year of tubeless gravel riding had a fair bit of feeling deflated and being let down &#8211; things improved. The second year I covered 5000 kilometres &#8211; no punctures. This last year has also been puncture-free with 10,000 kilometres of gravel riding.  Here&#8217;s a few updated tips for longer lasting, reliable tubeless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1443\" height=\"662\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/schwz.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36616 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1443px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1443\/662;\" \/><figcaption>Schwalbe G-One New, and following 7000Km of gravel riding<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2584\" height=\"1600\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/20211028_113307.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33820 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2584px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2584\/1600;\" \/><figcaption>Schwalbe G One &#8211; 5000Km Gravel Wear<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-under-pressure\">Under Pressure?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first sign you might be losing air can be picked up before you set off &#8211; if the tyre has lost air while not being ridden, it&#8217;s likely got a leak. A quick squeeze to check the pressure, and if in doubt, get the pump and check the pressure gauge. losing air? Time for a top-up. I have been running super reliable 35mm Schwalbe G Ones at 40 &#8211; 45 PSI and usually topping-up every 4 months or so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Add Sealant<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven&#8217;t topped up the sealant in your tyres for a few months or if the tyre is losing a little pressure, top up the sealant. Sealant stops doing its job properly after a while, how long depends on the temperature and humidity where you live, as well as how often you ride and where you store your bike (in a cooler place is better) &#8211; sealant manufacturers recommend 2 &#8211; 6 months for sealant top-ups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/rail2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36620 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1200px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1200\/765;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Wheelies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoiding anything that could cut or damage the tread or sidewall will make your tyres last longer. Losing traction will also affect how long your tyres stay puncture free. We all know skidding is good fun, but it will strip away rubber. This leaves your tyre tread more susceptible to punctures. I know it&#8217;s great fun, but try to resist, do wheelies instead!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seek Smooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have the option, smoother surfaces are better for tyre life. My rides on gravel are relatively tame, and because I ride the same trails a lot, I know which bits to avoid. It goes without saying that potholes, stones, rocks, tree branches and glass all need to be avoided if you want maximum life from your bikes tyres. The smoothest lines are often the easiest and fastest too &#8211; they are a win-win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2027\" height=\"2027\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/grvlsmooth.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36619 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2027px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2027\/2027;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\">Tubeless Shop<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/cyclocross-gravel-tyres-75333\/?brand=schwalbe&amp;tyre_type=tubeless,tubeless-ust-\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/85485_schwalbe_g_one_evolution_super_ground_tle_folding_gravel_tyre_700c.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36621 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 470px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 470\/470;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/cyclocross-gravel-tyres-75333\/?brand=schwalbe&amp;tyre_type=tubeless,tubeless-ust-\">Schwalbe G-One Evolution<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/continental-gp5000-s-tr-folding-road-tyre-700c-240542.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/98660_continental_gp5000_s_tr_folding_road_tyre_700c.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36623 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 470px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 470\/470;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/continental-gp5000-s-tr-folding-road-tyre-700c-240542.html\">Continental GP5000 S TR<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/schwalbe-magic-mary-tle-addix-soft-evolution-supergravity-folding-tyre-29-208932.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/84945_schwalbe_magic_mary_tle_addix_soft_evolution_supergravity_folding_tyre_29_.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36624 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 470px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 470\/470;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/schwalbe-magic-mary-tle-addix-soft-evolution-supergravity-folding-tyre-29-208932.html\">Schwalbe Magic Mary TLE Addix Soft Evolution Gravity 29&#8243;<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/merlin-gda-2-disc-clincher-gravel-tl-ready-wheelset-700c-245864.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/100991_merlin_gda_2_disc_clincher_gravel_wheelset_700c.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36633 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 470px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 470\/470;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/merlin-gda-2-disc-clincher-gravel-tl-ready-wheelset-700c-245864.html\">Merlin GDA-2 Tubeless Ready Disc Clincher Wheelset<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/search?w=stans+sealant\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/28756_no_tubes_tyre_sealant_pint-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36625 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 470px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 470\/470;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/search?w=stans+sealant\">Stans Sealant<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/muc-off-v2-tubeless-valve-kit-229917.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/110405_muc_off_v2_tubeless_valve_kit.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36626 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 470px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 470\/470;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/muc-off-v2-tubeless-valve-kit-229917.html\">Muc Off V2 Tubeless Valve Kit<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/peatys-holeshot-tubeless-puncture-plugger-kit-262362.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/109920_peaty_s_holeshot_tubeless_punchure_plugger_kit.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36627 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 470px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 470\/470;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/peatys-holeshot-tubeless-puncture-plugger-kit-262362.html\">Peaty&#8217;s Holeshot Plugger<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/merlin-tubeless-wheel-kit-245842.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/100966_merlin_tubeless_wheel_kit.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36628 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 470px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 470\/470;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/merlin-tubeless-wheel-kit-245842.html\">Merlin Tubeless Wheel Kit<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/beto-cja-001s-tubeless-air-tank-inflator-98943.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/28196_beto_cja_001s_tubeless_air_tank_inflator.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36629 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 470px; 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