Tubeless ensures fewer punctures on tour. At least in theory. And if the tyre does go flat, it can be repaired much more quickly than the inner tube. This is because the wheel does not have to be removed for the patch salami and the tyre remains on the rim.
But when it comes to fitting tubeless tyres, many have already cut their teeth. If you don't have a compressor at home and have to shoot a fresh tyre into the rim using a floor pump, you need strength - and nerves of steel. This should be easier with the Contec FastAir valves.
According to Contec, the FastAir valves can be used to mount tyres without a compressor, high-pressure cartridge or tubeless pump. This is because three times more air is said to flow through the special valve head than through conventional valves.
The FastAir valve is also designed to make it easier to fill in the sealing milk and prevent dried sealing milk from subsequently clogging the valve. Practical. Because a clogged valve, through which you can neither get air nor new sealant, can really spoil the tubeless fun. And if the tubeless tyre has to come off the rim, the mess is almost pre-programmed.
The FastAir MTB valve with a diameter of 8 mm is for the large rim holes (Schrader/auto valve), while the two millimetre narrower road version fits into the rim holes for Presta/Sclaverand valves. If you already have tubeless valves, you can upgrade to the convenience of easier fitting with the converter kit (from 16,95 Euro)but has to do without the filling level check via a rubber hose. Depending on the length, a set of FastAir valves for mountain bikes costs between 27,95 Euro and 31,95 Euro.
