I have some standard rims and I (accidentally) bought tubeless tires. As long as I use rim tape and a tube, can I run these tubeless tires? I know I won't be able to run low tire pressure. But if the tube holds all the pressure is there any danger of the bead unseating?
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Yes, no problem. It's conceivable there could be some kind of exception someday, but so far not that I've seen or heard of.
answered Apr 7, 2018 at 23:56
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Although it might be hard work to get them on the rim and off in case of a puncture because they have tighter beads. Better use anti puncture milk in the tubes.– CarelCommented Apr 8, 2018 at 7:48
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They don't necessarily have tighter beads. I.e., the actual diameter of the bead is not necessarily smaller. Commented Apr 8, 2018 at 16:45
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I found these specific tires to be quite easy to get on/off. I could put them on by hand. But I could see that being different for different tires.– tir38Commented Apr 8, 2018 at 19:20