Tubeless vs. tubes: What are the pros and cons for trail riding?

[Flowrider]

Having a chat the other day while riding.

My mates got tubeless, my tyres have tubes.

I thought I'd ask the forum what you think are the advantages and disadvantages.

[GirishH]

Tubeless conversions aren't ideal for my 26 x 4" fatbike. Sourcing tubes and tires is already a challenge, and tubeless options are even less available, especially in remote areas. For example, I could not get a spare tire when I tried to carry one before embarking on my South America bike packing trip.

The cost of tubeless rims and tires is also a deterrent. For now, I prefer the simplicity and wider availability of tubes, carrying spares and patches as needed.

What are your reasons, @Flowrider?

[Flowrider]

I've never really given it much thought, so I thought I'd post here and, judging on the feedback, change to tubeless or stay with what I got.

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You sound like you're on an amazing adventure @GirishH !