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Why Do Road Bikes Use Presta Valves? (fast answer)

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Road bikes use Presta valves for the following reasons: 1. Thin rims For aerodynamic and weight-saving purposes, road bikes have thin/narrow rims designed for slim tires. The outer diameter of…

Can I Use a Presta Tube In a Schrader Rim?

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The Presta valve a.k.a French valve is commonly seen on road bikes' inner tubes. The original intent behind its production was to use it on narrow rims. Hence why Presta…