Ditch the Tube: How tubeless tyres transform your ride

August 19, 2025

Tubeless Tyres are the best upgrade for off-road cycling


Swapping to tubeless isn’t just a trend — it’s one of the simplest upgrades you can make to improve your ride. Whether you're tackling muddy trails or riding your drop-bar bike over potholes, tubeless tyres offer more grip, fewer punctures, and a smoother ride overall.



So why are so many riders still clinging to inner tubes?

What Is a Tubeless Setup?

A tubeless tyre system replaces the traditional inner tube with a sealed rim and liquid sealant. The tyre is mounted airtight onto a tubeless-ready rim and filled with sealant, which instantly plugs small punctures as you ride.

It’s this principle that’s kept mountain bikers rolling for over a decade and now it's just as common on gravel, road, and e-bikes too.



Why Go Tubeless?

• Fewer punctures
Sealant deals with thorns, flint, and other protrusions before you even notice.

• Lower pressures, better grip
Tubeless lets you run lower tyre pressures without pinch flats, improving comfort and traction.

• Less rolling resistance
Yes, really. With the tyre more able to conform to the riding surface, rolling resistance is lower than with tubes.

• Weight savings
Ditching tubes can reduce rotational weight - especially on larger tyres.



What Makes a Good Tubeless Setup?

A proper tubeless setup depends on more than just sealant. To work reliably, you need a combination of tubeless-specific components working together to form an airtight system:


  • Tubeless-ready rims with a correctly applied airtight rim tape
  • Tubeless-specific valves, seated securely and sealed at the base
  • Tubeless-compatible tyres that fit snugly and seal properly to the rim
  • Tyre sealant, carefully measured and poured in to seal punctures as you ride


At BikeTune, a typical tubeless conversion includes:

  • Tyres removed and rim bed cleaned
  • Tubeless rim tape fitted
  • Tubeless valves installed or serviced
  • Tyres mounted and sealant added
  • Beads seated using a high-pressure inflator
  • Leak testing and pressure check


Need help choosing the right sealant or tyre combo for your style of riding? I’m happy to advise.



Book a professional tubeless setup

Tubeless done properly means fewer headaches and more time riding. Whether you're switching from tubes or just need a seasonal refresh, BikeTune can set you up - right outside your home or workplace.


Book your tubeless setup at biketune.co.uk

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