presta valved tubes with shraeder drilled rims

chronyx
chronyx Posts: 455
edited May 2008 in MTB workshop & tech
excuse the question but after a p******* on the way home and walking back in the rain (not one 'you ok mate?' from the other two wheelers) i am rather tired and bought the wrong tubes earlier.

Can i safely use the presta tubes with my mtb rims?

Thank you
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  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    Yes, but it is best to use a plastic grommet that takes up the space. You can get away with locking the thread nut down tight, but it can still move about a bit.
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  • chronyx
    chronyx Posts: 455
    Thanks supersonic especially for the quick reply! :D
    2007 Giant SCR2 - 'BFG'

    Gone but not forgotten!:
    2005 Specialized Hardrock Sport - 'Red Rocket'
  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,675
    some of the valve lock rings do the same job if turned up side down.

    Have a look.
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  • dav1
    dav1 Posts: 1,298
    Ive been running my road/commute bike like this with no problem for 4 months now.

    Jyst make sure you lock it up nicely with the lockring.
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  • chronyx
    chronyx Posts: 455
    Thanks all! :D love this forum!
    2007 Giant SCR2 - 'BFG'

    Gone but not forgotten!:
    2005 Specialized Hardrock Sport - 'Red Rocket'

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