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Sealant vs Inner Tubes - What Is The Difference?

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Cycling Weekly

96 Views • Mar 08, 2026

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Road bike wheels can be inflated using a number of different methods. Butyl inner tubes, TPU inner tubes and tubeless sealant are the most popular ways of doing so, but which is best? What is the best way to inflate road bike tyres?
Sam Gupta has tested all three methods to work out what's best. Each has benefits and drawbacks, so Sam identifies what they are and what the best use cases are for each different type of inflation.

This video was produced in partnership with Pirelli / Extra UK