What's the smallest inner tube?

cmd205
cmd205 Posts: 107
edited July 2013 in MTB workshop & tech
I'm going to make an inner tube cover for my dropper seatpost.

I understand the sizing of MTB tubes, but I'm after a really thin diameter tube that will fit tight over the post.

Any ideas what the smallest diameter size is that I can easily get from my LBS?

Thanks,

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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    well you can get smaller than your seat post just get a suitable road one.

    or pop into your LBS with some cookies and ask them if you can get some binned tubes.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,816
    Have a scrap 26x1.0-1.5 tube about to be binned....
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • cmd205
    cmd205 Posts: 107
    Thanks for that guys.

    I'll try the local bike shop.
  • njee20
    njee20 Posts: 9,613
    Any road tube - they're generally 700x20-28
  • YeehaaMcgee
    YeehaaMcgee Posts: 5,740
    I just used a standard 1.9-2.2" tube that I'd ripped the valve off to make a gaiter for my Joplin 4. 3 years on and it's still fine.
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