Inner tube life

slimreaper

Hi
I have had an inner tube in my saddle bag for about a year now as I have avoided punctures! This is probably due to me not doing enough miles.
Anyway, do inner tubes have a "shelf life". I would hate to find one day when I need it, that the rubber has disintegrated or something, leaving me stranded.
I am off to Scotland with the bike next week and certainly do not want any probs away from home.
Cheers
Andy

Hugh A

As long as it has been kept in the dark, not very hot, and not been in contact with anything sharp, oily etc. I don't see any reason why it shouldn't last for years. Exposure to light is probably what gets them more than anything else.

slimreaper

Thanks Hugh
Andy