long or short valve

teamtalairan

Can someone explain to this numbnut what the advantage/disadvantage of having a long or short presta valve on your inner tub is pls?!

Wamas

If you have aero wheels, i.e wheels with deep sides, see example:
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/Zipp_ ... 360049075/

Then you will need a long valve so that you can still connect a pump.

scoobers

The longer ones are intended for deep rim wheels.

amaferanga

Deep section rims require a long valve.

teamtalairan

Ah yes, now that makes absolute sense. I think what threw me is that my raleigh came with long valves but doesnt have deep rims, so a little unnecessary. OK thank you all - dilemma solved!!!

thomasmc

I find the shorter valve's can be a pain even on shallow rims so always use longer valves. No issues then getting pump to catch on head of the valve.

GiantMike

thomasmc wrote:

I find the shorter valve's can be a pain even on shallow rims so always use longer valves. No issues then getting pump to catch on head of the valve.

What he said. Other than looks, I can think of no legitimate reason to have shorter valves.

Unless you consider saving 3g of metal a legitimate reason.

rick_chasey

If you're a bit heavy handed when you pump your tyres, a shorter valve will provide less leaverage on the valve joint, so reduceding the likelihood of tearing a hole in your innertube.

hopper1

GiantMike wrote:

thomasmc wrote:

I find the shorter valve's can be a pain even on shallow rims so always use longer valves. No issues then getting pump to catch on head of the valve.

What he said. Other than looks, I can think of no legitimate reason to have shorter valves.

Unless you consider saving 3g of metal a legitimate reason.

I consider the 3g's to be crucial :shock: :oops:

mattward1979

Which Raleigh did you get?

I have the Avanti U6 Tiagra, and mine came with Long valves, and tbh you can fit either, but the long ones are SO much better to work with