Bell No-Mor Flats Bike Inner Tube

 (36 customer reviews)

Let me preface my review by saying that I am relatively tall and weigh about 200 pounds. I replaced both of my 26 x 1.95" tubes with these.

I had hoped these tubes would be adequate for riding primarily on the street and through the occasional thorn-laden dirt patch. I knew they would be heavier than a standard tube, but I also expected that they would be firm and usable. Unfortunately, it was like riding on flat tires, including an unpleasant squishy noise as I pedaled along. On the plus side, I got an excellent workout from a very short ride, as they probably doubled the amount of energy I might have normally expended.

I think that my experience with this product might differ greatly from that of someone needing a smaller tube for a smaller rider. I would definitely not recommend them for adults.

Before this bike inner tube, I invested in $13 "heavy duty" inner tubes. They had that nasty Slime in them and a slightly thicker skin. After the 3rd one broke and spilled its Slimy innards all over my rims, I decided it was time to buy this slightly more expensive inner tube. It's a pain in the butt to install, but man, is it great! No Slime, no air pump, just constant pressure and no worries. The small amount of weight it adds is nothing compared to the constant pain of taking off the tire and replacing the tube every 3 weeks. I got hit by a car back in May, but before I threw the old bike out, I tore the rear tire off so I can put this on my new bike! I saw someone used this on a front wheel...interesting. I have had no problems with air leaking or tire popping on my front wheel, ever. But still! Should you ever need to replace any bike tire, for any reason, don't waste your money on inflatable tires, especially ones with Slime in them. Slime never works. Buy this one...Read more

These inserts are known to promote wheel failure in traditional spoked wheels. The inserts remove the risk of punctures but also eliminate the natural dampening of vibrations caused by riding. These vibrations cause the spokes to loosen up and when one pops loose they cause a catastrophic collapse of the entire wheel. I had it happen to me personally and have learned to check the spokes to make sure they are kept properly tightened.

The "sandy" feeling described by some is noticeable but you get used to it. Kinda like the first time you get a bike with a rear shock. The bouncy motion throws you at first. I think this is caused by the Inserts smaller size than a properly inflated innertube. Necessary to get it able to be installed by hand.

In the long run, it might be more work to check the spokes a few times a week, but it will prevent you from getting stuck with a flat. I have been experimenting with leaving the standard innertube installed between the insert...Read more