This being a kickstarter makes it a non-starter for me but it looks pretty promising: Hopefully they work great and become popular.

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    2 years ago

    Depends how often you typically have to replace that $7 tube. Also depends on distances you travel.

    While a $7 tube once a year is a much better price, that number skews if you happen to need to walk miles when it goes.

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        2 years ago

        I also do have most important tools, tube AND repair kit with me all times but you do realize that’s not majority of the people. A grandma could ride with the same tires for 20 years (mine did) and never having a flat during those years could definitely be worth it.

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            2 years ago

            This specific type might be too expensive, but there’s been a lot of work in non-pneumatic tires for bicycles as well as for heavier vehicles for some time. Wouldn’t be surprised if they at some point would make their way to affordable commuter