Strange wear pattern on latex tubes

[rogerzilla]

They're a niche product, since most people can't be bothered with daily pumping (fnarr!) so I doubt any R&D goes into them. They're probably the same as 30 years ago.

[Roger_H]

I don't know but I do know something has changed over the years - whether with tyres or tubes. Who knows, perhaps something as simple as higher pressures in 23 and 25 mm 700c tyres...

And one also knows tyre companies have very large R&D budgets.

[TheBomber]

They're a niche product…

That’s true, even when we remember that they’re pretty much standard inside tubs, as they’re niche too.

[Roger_H]

I never remember similar problems with tubs - but of course the tubes were far thinner and the tyres never lasted so long!

[Norman H]

Re. perfumed talc and latex rubber:

Perfumed talcum powders most certainly do contain oils that will degrade latex rubber. If you can't source French chalk the next best option would be baby powder, as it's less likely to contain additives that might damage either your baby or your latex tubes. If you're feeling brave you might ask your local pharmacist for KY Jelly. It's water based and was a popular alternative amongst some of my diving buddies.