Put a STOP to flat tires - 5 things to know for your ebike

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0:00 This is so annoying!
0:36 The Control
1:00 #1 Pricing
2:24 #2 Follow Installation Instructions
2:26 Uh-oh
4:06 Thank you for this awesome shirt!
4:14 Which is easiest to install?
4:47 Let's pop some holes!!!!
4:54 #3 Puncture Flats Can Happen Anywhere
7:07 #4 Nothing is really puncture resistant - be prepared.
8:59 #5 Find the best combo for your tires based on our testing

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  • @Area13ebikes
    @Area13ebikes2 жыл бұрын

    What are the best products you've used to put a stop to flat tires?

  • @timokeefe1956

    @timokeefe1956

    2 жыл бұрын

    I use tannus with flat out. So far I have only had to replace tires when they get worn out. Before I used slime with tannus and had a flat but tannus did get me home. I rid 15 miles daily (unless I have to shovel snow) on dirt, desert, rough bike/walk paths, and street Tannus and Flat out have been so far bulletproof. Currently, I just use Flat Out in my Aventon Aventure and will see how that works. If I get a flat then I will install the Tannus I have. It can be an adventure installing the Tannus. I use baby powder to help with the install and also use a size smaller than the 4 inch fat tire tube.

  • @rpeltier2621

    @rpeltier2621

    2 жыл бұрын

    Saw a post where a person used a large, split, pool-noodle plus a 26"x 2" tube inserted into the tire and pressurized to 20 psi. Pretty much saved the tube from everything less than the thickness of the pool noodle, and on the cheap. You should do a similar test, with and without FlatOut and Slime.

  • @disciprine

    @disciprine

    2 жыл бұрын

    Is there a difference between flatout sportsman and multi-purpose?

  • @kenny6391

    @kenny6391

    2 жыл бұрын

    I have used Tannus on 2 bikes a conventional and E-bike. I have been riding for exercise for about 4 years . Been using tannus about 2 1/2 years @ 80 miles a week. No flats.

  • @rosemaryrobertson8969

    @rosemaryrobertson8969

    2 жыл бұрын

    I use Tannus and Flat Out. I have not had any problems.

  • @alanjohnson2853
    @alanjohnson2853 Жыл бұрын

    About 55 years ago, when I was a kid, we would take an old tube and cut it to make our own home made tire liner. Of course, that was not nearly as tough as these expensive tire liners, but back then the modern tire liners were not available. I still use the home made tire liners with Slime in the tube.

  • @wasabi167
    @wasabi16710 ай бұрын

    That was such an informative video. I just purchased an E-Bike 2 days ago and road it the first day and woke up to a flat the next day. Definitely will be investing in "Flat Out". I watched the videos on Amazon and it shows it will fix and actually plug holes up to a 1/2" and last for 10 years in your inner tube. Thank you again for sharing and damaging your tires so we could actually see what would happen. Great Video!!!

  • @ap3055

    @ap3055

    3 ай бұрын

    how did the flatout work for you?

  • @haydenshores9943

    @haydenshores9943

    Ай бұрын

    I've heard great things

  • @wasabi167

    @wasabi167

    Ай бұрын

    @@ap3055 Worked great for me. I have had thorns in my E-Bike tires and no flats. Sealed them right up.

  • @troydesbiens8605
    @troydesbiens86052 жыл бұрын

    I have Tannus Armour liners on my Warthog fatbike and Tannus instructs to use a smaller tube with them. They also said to inflate to 1/2 of what you would normally use in your tires so if you were normally running 20PSI you would then go down to 10PSI after installing the liners. It also makes sense to use a good quality tire which will also help prevent flats. I like the idea of using FlatOut with the tubes just make sure the tubes you use have removable valves as some Presta valves are not removable ( I learned that the hard way☺).

  • @metal_bloo
    @metal_bloo2 жыл бұрын

    For those wondering for a tire less than 3 inches the dosage of flat out is only 8 oz. Their fat tire required 16oz

  • @davidwatson4510

    @davidwatson4510

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for adding this comment. I needed this because that is the tire size on my bike.

  • @nicolesdad0

    @nicolesdad0

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I' wasn't excited about adding a full pound to my tires.

  • @uncrunch398

    @uncrunch398

    Жыл бұрын

    I wonder if the recommendation is the same for Slime. 8oz for a normal bike tire, 16oz for fat.

  • @metal_bloo

    @metal_bloo

    Жыл бұрын

    @@uncrunch398 Yea maybe with more slime the slime would have worked out

  • @rogerwilco1777

    @rogerwilco1777

    Жыл бұрын

    @@uncrunch398 Slime is 4oz for a normal bike tire.. 8oz for a dirtbike tire.. but i put in the full 8oz Slime in my 26x4 fat-tire and it didn't even stop a tiny pin hole.. maybe it was because the hole was along the seam, on the side of the tube?, or maybe it was just a cheap tube, (bike alone is also 75lbs *RadroverV6),but either way my experience with Slime wasn't a success.. ..even 4oz and 8oz made my tire off balance.. couldn't really tell when riding, but if you piked up the back tire and spun it you could tell.. I'm a fan of not putting anything in my tubes until aft the fact, so i basically now carry a tiny air pump and an extra tube and patches.. and i also carry a tiny can of something like fix-a-flat, (something that can inflate as well).. but i only use those things if changing a tube is not right away possible.. You can get little usb portable inflators.. 30$ cheap ones are big and bulky, but they have some that fit in the palm of your hand for like 75$ and up.

  • @jbwjr54
    @jbwjr542 жыл бұрын

    Very impressive! Was considering one one these products, and the liquid ones were always considered messy when the the tube had to come out of the tire for whatever reason. I think this test definitely shows it’s worth it for the money!

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! So happy to hear you liked it jbwjr54

  • @nohandle257
    @nohandle2572 жыл бұрын

    I think you should have had the wheels on a spindle or a bike and spun them more with the Slime and Flat-out. The way you did it certainly shows Flat-out is a good product but if the Slime had been evenly distributed in the tire it might have done better.

  • @agasdoc

    @agasdoc

    2 жыл бұрын

    I agree. All of the liquid sealants work best when the tire spins AFTER the puncture and the sealant has multiple opportunities to reach the hole.

  • @trailguy

    @trailguy

    2 жыл бұрын

    I was about to say the same thing. Rotation will definitely distribute the goo.

  • @whoistheroach136

    @whoistheroach136

    2 жыл бұрын

    Slime has always worked flawlessly for us for years.

  • @DonnTarris

    @DonnTarris

    2 жыл бұрын

    As most cyclists hopefully have a pump with them, I'd be interested to know if adding air to the tire with slime in it would then hold?

  • @MrBobswire

    @MrBobswire

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yep, got a flat from a goat head 2 days ago, I use slime, after I took the goat head out I spun the tire for the sealant works it was around and it sealed the flat, and I was on my way once again.

  • @thomasdipaolo2349
    @thomasdipaolo23492 жыл бұрын

    This video was so timely as your video seem to be. Got a flat on my fat tire bike two weeks ago. Finally, got all the needed tools, supplies and time to repair. I did the old school. Rubber cement and vulcanized rubber patch to fix the leak. Based on your video review, for preventing flat in future, i used tuffy liners (tannus review we so so) and most important flatout sealant. Keep these type videos coming.

  • @steve_main
    @steve_main2 жыл бұрын

    You guys didn't even give these a proper test. With the slime and liquids you have to let the tire spin so the liquid/slime is over the hole and will leak out it. Also you need to reflate to 20psi to see will it hold. Also you put a screw into it when the psi was like 0 so the liquid wont work. if you are going to test a screw put it at 20 PSI again and test to see it works

  • @alexisluna8740

    @alexisluna8740

    2 жыл бұрын

    They were spinning the tires lol. That’s how Flat out was able to seal up the holes

  • @steve_main

    @steve_main

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@alexisluna8740 They spun them a bit but did not look like they did them properly. Like the one they saw it come out then just left the hole facing up with air coming out. You have to let the liquid come out over and over and over again.

  • @steve_main

    @steve_main

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@alexisluna8740 Forgot to mention that also remember the puncture would occur where the liquid is, at the bottom of the tire so as soon as the nail or what ever pulls out there would be tire slime/liquid right there to fill the hole with 20 PSI also pushing it out through the hole. Just observation is all. they still made it work by using it in a not perfect test so that speaks volumes also to the product and how well it works with just a couple rotations of the tire.

  • @disciprine

    @disciprine

    2 жыл бұрын

    I mean, flatout won anyway so if anything it'll perform even better.......

  • @Irwin5315

    @Irwin5315

    Жыл бұрын

    Exactly they had the hole at the top and not spinning

  • @frodar48
    @frodar482 жыл бұрын

    I've always used slime in my tires. Where I used to live (montana), goatheads are a real problem. Just the other day I rode to the store, (a half mile each way) and could feel my rear end squirming around. When I got home my rear tire was half flat with a bright gold tack stuck in it. I pulled out the tack and pumped the tire back up to 40 psi (I have 27.5 x 2.40 tires) and after four days I checked the pressure again and it remained at 40 psi. So I'm happy with that. Though I will be switching to Flat out when and if I ever replace the tubes.

  • @robmorrill1

    @robmorrill1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Just deleted my first reply. Extenuating circumstances--please disregard.

  • @EMNM22
    @EMNM222 жыл бұрын

    Im SO GLAD you made this video! Im interested in what really works and is a waste of money!

  • @petejansen8098
    @petejansen80989 ай бұрын

    Thank you. You did the exact comparison that I wanted. I ride mostly bike paths and a tiny bit of dirt roads. I'm going with flat out for mine and my sons 20 x 4" ebike tires, period. ❤

  • @johnzinkowski6834
    @johnzinkowski6834 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for performing the test. You did a great consumer reports imitation! The results were clear and the procedure you used was fair. I appreciate the time and effort from both of you to conduct the experiment.

  • @BenjaminWasHere
    @BenjaminWasHere2 жыл бұрын

    You didnt consider a couple critical variables. First, rotation would be spinning the wheel at 10+ mph, not just "a roll" to simulate. And, taking that one more step, the rotation continues after the hole plugs. Some sealers - seal, but then with more use, they let UNseal...and the tire goes flat. You must RIDE the tire, after the hole to know if the sealer holds. If youd have done that, the video would be complete. This oversight does not take away from your channel; I discovered on your channel yesterday that there is a cable/hydrolic break caliper. I didnt know that! I knew the brakes on my ebike were below acceptable. Was going to replace the whole break system, but the kill switch is a thing ive never dealt with before, so i hesitated. Then found your video! What a GREAT idea...to move he capiper down to the breakhead! Who knew? YOU did! Thank you for that insight!

  • @Remas20007

    @Remas20007

    4 ай бұрын

    It's ridiculous that they didn't place these tires on a bicycle, to simulate what really happens

  • @Powerstroke98

    @Powerstroke98

    Ай бұрын

    I don't believe he was trying to show a Scientific type situation, just a quick showing, thus I believe the experiment was adequate, and had me install the Flat-Out product. Now have been 2,650k and zero flats, so for the $ spent, I'm happy with it.

  • @sote23
    @sote23 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video. I got an ebike in May of 2022 and commute with it to work. Since that time I have put on over 3,700 miles and got 4 flat tires all in the rear. Last Saturday I installed the Tannus tire armour and flatout and coming home from work tonight (Tuesday) I knew something was in the tire, but I couldn't tell what it was because it was very dark out. Anyway, when I got back home, I noticed a metal object in the tire. At first I thought it was a staple, but upon closer inspection it's a nail that is bent. I am so elated and thrilled that it stopped the flat. Thank you very much.

  • @tomherron4334
    @tomherron43342 жыл бұрын

    Great information! I wasn’t aware of Flat Out, have been using Slime along with puncture resistant tires for a couple of years and it works good against goat heads,

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @johnr7279
    @johnr7279 Жыл бұрын

    I think the 'liquid fixes' would also benefit from the centrifugal force of riding. The continuous spinning of the wheel would force the hole to be filled more quickly and effectively I think.

  • @cintikevin1
    @cintikevin1 Жыл бұрын

    I was looking for advice on the best solution for preventing flats on my e-bike. This video was absolutely perfect. Thank you for making my decision a no brainer!

  • @johndaley9188
    @johndaley9188 Жыл бұрын

    I'm 75 doing research on buying an etrike. Your explanation on torque and cadence is perfect and now makes sense. Finally. Thank you. For me, cadence is the right choice. Probably will need the throttle.

  • @emma70707
    @emma707072 жыл бұрын

    I'm now rocking the Tannus armor and Flat Out inside Schwalbe Moto X with GreenGuard. There's essentially zero air in the tire, which means I haven't had to pump them up in ~6 months and they feel like the perfect firm ness with my front fork. I'm still reaching close to the top 25 mph speed on flats, so I'd definitely recommend the set up if you want zero maintenance. (That said, when I need to replace them, I might just go with Tannus's totally wireless option which is a bit simpler.) Definitely piece of mind when riding home alone late at night!

  • @richhillyer3448
    @richhillyer34482 жыл бұрын

    Haven't run over a drill bit yet, but screws and roofing nails galore. I tell people, just like a car tire, practice changing before you need to. Patching is a good skill to learn- I keep a patch kit and a spare tube in my bag.

  • @oldmanandthesea3384
    @oldmanandthesea338411 ай бұрын

    11 punctures one year later and still holding air. Love this stuff. Take care and stay safe.

  • @jgentry7201
    @jgentry72012 жыл бұрын

    I use Slime in my tires and occasionally notice small green spots on the treads and that shows me it works. BTW: 70 lb. Ebike, 200 lb. rider, 26" x 2.30" tires, 100 + miles per week. My point is, it works. As always, thanks for the information Kyle and Ms. Tire killer.

  • @trini_boi2414

    @trini_boi2414

    2 жыл бұрын

    I seen a video where the slime didn't work but after reading your comment and others I'm definitely going with the slime..btw my first flat was a pin size so I know for sure the slime would work for me..

  • @kayacato-guler6495

    @kayacato-guler6495

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@trini_boi2414 slime defo works well mate, I had a bad gash in my tire and it caused my tire to go completely flat, the slime sealed and my inner tube held out for another couple hundred miles

  • @kevinsellsit5584

    @kevinsellsit5584

    Жыл бұрын

    Slime works but it is IMPORTANT to buy the correct type for TUBE tires! Some places sell both types and TUBELESS is a totally different formula which doesn't work well on tube type bicycle tires.

  • @WorldravenNevar

    @WorldravenNevar

    Жыл бұрын

    It fuckin sucks. Flatout is in another league, scooby

  • @javascriptkiddie2718

    @javascriptkiddie2718

    Жыл бұрын

    Your tires are protecting the tube not the slime. I weight a lot less than you and have had more flats than I can remember on my escooter.

  • @turbobuick86
    @turbobuick862 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the informative video. I would suggest supporting bike and weight off the tire you fill with sealant and then re-inflate. The weight of the bike kept the tire bead from seating at the top. Simple solution to keep from having to do it twice.

  • @disciprine
    @disciprine2 жыл бұрын

    decided to use flatout because of this video, got some on amazon right away. For those wondering the mfr says all formulas are the same. It's just marketing on the bottle.

  • @Moving-Forward777

    @Moving-Forward777

    2 жыл бұрын

    They have completely mislead you. Or your Flat Out and are looking for sales. SMH...

  • @DanRichey
    @DanRichey2 жыл бұрын

    Great video, thanks for creating and sharing. I will be buying FlatOut tire sealant for my bikes now.

  • @dougstobaugh376
    @dougstobaugh37616 күн бұрын

    Thanks for your educational experience and resources and support for the best way to decide on protecting your bike tires from going flat. God-bless.

  • @beardannyboy
    @beardannyboy Жыл бұрын

    You have a lovely assistant.

  • @LeMortso
    @LeMortso2 жыл бұрын

    Love your shirt! (I"m more of a WWII warbird fan but love aeronautics!)

  • @dbro2712
    @dbro2712 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I was gonna do the slime, but now I'm going to get the Flatout.

  • @padroooo
    @padroooo2 ай бұрын

    I appreciate this video, it rules out the guesswork.

  • @lostmic
    @lostmic3 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this video I don't think a lot of people are testing thise stuff online, you might be the only one that took a science approach to it. I just got Mr. Tuffy and hope I can keep nails and screws out of my wheels because that seems to be my number one thing that's punching my tires twice a month. Thank you, you have earned my sub and thumbs up!

  • @groovr22
    @groovr22 Жыл бұрын

    Very informative video. Thanks..! I just ordered a bottle of Flat-Out for my new E-bike

  • @alex-sd
    @alex-sd Жыл бұрын

    That flat-out was impressive! I use Ride-On for my motorcycle and wouldn't ride without it. They also have one for bicycles but I've never used it.

  • @DYNABIKE1
    @DYNABIKE12 жыл бұрын

    Nice demo guys. Now I might add Flat Out to My Tuffy's and be able to run a broken glass road hahaha !!! Thanks much.

  • @q123e5
    @q123e52 жыл бұрын

    I have been watching your videos for a bit now but this was very helpful and I bought some flat out. You got a new subscriber today

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Thank you!

  • @q123e5

    @q123e5

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your tips. I recently bought a cheetah ebike and had a goat thorn poke my front tire. Now I can get it fixed and get back to riding.

  • @emma70707
    @emma707072 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful! I'm running slime but will definitely pick up Flat Out for the next tubes.

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic idea! You will notice a difference.

  • @WestCanaanTim
    @WestCanaanTim2 жыл бұрын

    Incredible test!! Thank you very much....

  • @floydmeyer9736
    @floydmeyer97362 жыл бұрын

    That Young Lady is pretty strong and very helpful!!......Her facial expressions made my day....One always needs a Happy Helper Side Kick!!

  • @brianmck7363

    @brianmck7363

    2 жыл бұрын

    Maybe have her in a bikini to make the video a little more interesting!! Just saying!!! Lol…🤟😜

  • @eamonn1979porter

    @eamonn1979porter

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@brianmck7363 creepy brother

  • @ExtremePacifist

    @ExtremePacifist

    2 жыл бұрын

    Would using Tannas armour liner with flat out be over kill or double prevention? Tannas website recommends using smaller tubes when using their product, and they don’t list fat tires on their conversion chart. Could you install these liners on your tires that you sell as an upgrade when selling them? Thanks for the helpful info videos. Peace.

  • @MadfugginMax
    @MadfugginMax2 жыл бұрын

    Ty for this, very informative i was wondering what to toss in my cyrusher tires an flatout seems legit. You saved me a bunch of 💰

  • @Michael-si2ln
    @Michael-si2ln2 жыл бұрын

    What a great video 👍 thank you so much I am going to buy some flat out and install it in my tires

  • @robertdwyer6647
    @robertdwyer66472 жыл бұрын

    thanks for videoing the tests. very helpful!

  • @chrisgoodfellow9695
    @chrisgoodfellow96952 жыл бұрын

    Get video. Glad someone took the time to do this. When I got a fat bike and moved to the country where goat heads are everywhere, by Armadillo tires and Mr. Tuffys no long did the trick. Got nearly a flat a month. 7 months ago I put Tannus liners in. Hurrah! No flats... until I got two 2" nails in a tire. Tannus is great for smaller stuff and glass, but nothing prevents a 2" nail/screw from entering. BTW, I discovered that my Tannus's , which started out over 1/2" thick, compressed to 1/4" over those 7 months. So I"m goin' for the Tannus plus Flat Out. If that doesn't work, I'm switching to wagon wheels.

  • @masvas1

    @masvas1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Part of the maintenance of the Tannus, is to actually partially deflate the tires if you won't use the bike for a few days. Then inflate when ready. It's supposed to allow the Tannus to regain its form. I've only had them for 1 month, but I'm following that rule. And I know some might think it's a hassle to inflate and deflate. But it's really not for me. I have a good old fashion bike pump, and gauge, and it's about 60 pumps to get the PSI that I want. So yeah, you're right about the compression of the Tannus.

  • @chrisgoodfellow9695

    @chrisgoodfellow9695

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@masvas1 I can see where deflating regularly might make a difference, however, that adds another difficulty for fat tires. Being big and kinda "sloppy" on the rim once deflated, they're prone to pinch flats every time you reinflate them if the tube has worked its way between the tire and the rim. Ask me how I know?

  • @masvas1

    @masvas1

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@chrisgoodfellow9695 I guess I don't have to ask you how you know. Which is why I never deflate mine completely. So for example, if I pump my tires to 18 PSI, I'll deflate them till they're around 5-8 PSI. Or just some where, where they are not flopping about, cause you're right, they can get sloppy around the rim.

  • @lostmic

    @lostmic

    3 ай бұрын

    Old wooden wagon wheels... 😭😭😭

  • @josephtucciarone6878
    @josephtucciarone68782 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this excellent service comparison. I will purchase from you because I trust you & want future comparisons.

  • @mariopiazzolla9105
    @mariopiazzolla91052 жыл бұрын

    Looks like a good product. I personally like Stan’s no tube . Well made video. Very informative.

  • @howardsimard7197
    @howardsimard71972 жыл бұрын

    Great video Kyle thanks for all u do for the e bike community .

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Any time! I love what I do!

  • @bobell69
    @bobell692 жыл бұрын

    This is a video that i have been wanting to see. Thanks for this

  • @danieldougan8550
    @danieldougan85502 жыл бұрын

    With all due respect when adding fluid you should the valve stem at either 3 or 9 position

  • @urnie4843

    @urnie4843

    2 жыл бұрын

    that i did not know i see why thanks

  • @diamonddbw
    @diamonddbw2 жыл бұрын

    Years ago I ran Mr. Tuffy on my road bike, with 115# Clinchers. It worked great, most of the time. After thousands of miles, I flatted twice. Once was a goathead, that worked it's way thru, after a week or so. The other time, I ran over the Head of a nail. It Flipped 180° and punctured my tire thru the sidewall. A definite 'Face Palm' moment.

  • @peterplantec7911
    @peterplantec7911 Жыл бұрын

    Another very helpful video. Thanks to both of you.

  • @KevinJHough
    @KevinJHoughАй бұрын

    I used Flat Out....this test makes me happy and secure. I have a patch kit for each of my bikes both pedal and e.

  • @qolspony
    @qolspony2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I'm Flat Out about this review!

  • @GordKapasky
    @GordKapasky2 жыл бұрын

    As always, informative and entertaining. Thank you.

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it

  • @Altema22
    @Altema222 жыл бұрын

    Excellent test, and I cringed at the wood screws! Ironically, I've never gotten a flat on my e-bike after 3000 miles, but I think that has more to do with the Kenda puncture resistant tires reinforced with ceramic, Kevlar, vibranium or whatever, lol. I've rolled right over broken glass at least a dozen times, and nothing made it through the tire casing. I still put in the Tannus Armour (just in case for group rides), but it should be noted that with a fat tire e-bike, you can't ride the bike because the liner is not enough to prevent the rim from being damaged on pavement. Also noteworthy is that Slime makes it almost impossible to patch any hole the sealant can't handle. Had a friend get stranded on her Super73 when a patch, installed at a professional shop, let go because the Slime attacked the adhesive and caused the patch to fail. The Tuffy Liner helps by being more difficult to penetrate, but you never know when someone is gonna stop you and use a drill on your tire! 😉 A couple more notes about the Tannus Armor is that it does increase rolling resistance a bit, and the more pressure in the tire, the more the liner will be compressed, and the thinner your layer of protection will be. I run mine at 16PSI. They will also abrade the inner casing of the tire due to friction, but it has not been a problem so far. A side benefit though, is that the Tannus Armour improves contact with the riding surface, giving you more control over uneven surfaces.

  • @OldCootProductReviews

    @OldCootProductReviews

    Жыл бұрын

    Did you change out your oem inner tubes for smaller diameter ones, or just stick with the stock tubes? After months and months of use, did you notice if the Tannus foam got compacted at all, or get squished from the pressure of the inner tube pressing against it for so long? 🤔

  • @websitemaker1717
    @websitemaker17172 жыл бұрын

    I took the time to call FlatOut and spoke to the product manager for their Sportsman Formula. They tested it on a name brand of fat tire hunting ebike. I use it as a tubeless sealant as well and it works amazingly well. Much better than either Stans or Orange Seal.

  • @djbastetusa
    @djbastetusa2 жыл бұрын

    Keep up the good work guys. I love your channel, it’s so real. These tests were awesome. I actually pulled a 2 inch screw out of my kenda tire once with the mr tuffy liners. I was able to get home from about a mile but I was pushing it, it was 112 degrees outside so I’m sure anyone understands

  • @ferguson8143

    @ferguson8143

    Жыл бұрын

    Why would you of pulled it out then headed back home

  • @cliffpigman4196
    @cliffpigman41962 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video. Very informative. Well done. Thank you.

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @brandonmcmillan8820
    @brandonmcmillan88202 жыл бұрын

    Love the video! Any idea when the upgraded rad power controllers are going to be in stock?

  • @jimwortham8634
    @jimwortham86342 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for posting guess everyone has different opinion I work on Friends electric scooter quite a bit have had very good luck with slime

  • @alleycat1117
    @alleycat1117 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your knowledge!! 👍

  • @notme9172
    @notme91722 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video! Thanks!!! And remember: Tannus Run Flat Capability (If you do get a flat tire, you can still ride for a limited period of time*) NOTE: *EXCLUDES FAT TIRE SIZES

  • @sorijin
    @sorijin2 жыл бұрын

    Got my first flat on my Sur Ron and just ordered this product, they should sponsor you guys, there's even a top Amazon review citing this video!

  • @paull2313
    @paull23132 жыл бұрын

    I'm glad the shirt fits and it is goood looking

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Paul! Super cool shirt!

  • @tlukins
    @tlukins2 жыл бұрын

    excellent review, once again

  • @dave9456
    @dave94562 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, you have just saved a heap of people a lot of time and money Good for you guys 👍👍

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure!

  • @gbiker86
    @gbiker863 ай бұрын

    Great info..like the way it was presented

  • @mauriceupton1474
    @mauriceupton1474 Жыл бұрын

    Watching from New Zealand....great channel.

  • @robertsutphen2333
    @robertsutphen23332 жыл бұрын

    Thankyou……very informative AND interesting!

  • @46B3x2you
    @46B3x2you2 жыл бұрын

    I put Slime or other tire sealant in every tire tube before I even put it on the bike. This is the first time I've heard of FlatOut. I'll have to check it out. The night before Christmas eve (2021) I was shopping and got out of the store and my back tire was flat. 26 x 4.0. They don't roll when they're flat and I was 5 miles away from home and it was in the low 20's, a little cold. Luckily I already had the sealant in the tube. I always carry a palm sized CO2 tire inflator and a handful of cartridges in all my backpacks. I pumped it up and hit the throttle to get the sealant moving in the tube and I was off and running. That sealant was in the tire for months. The heat of summer, freezing rain, snow, all the conditions I can think of and it was there when I needed it. I haven't tried the Tuffy liners but maybe now I will. I bought a pair of the Tannus liners and I haven't tired them yet. I'm with you. The slime or something similar like FlatOut is the first, second, and third line of defense. A combination of all the other products will just add to it, and cost more. Great Video. Thanks. And Happy Holidays, Stay in motion.

  • @mrwilly41
    @mrwilly412 жыл бұрын

    I have used Flat Out for a few years on my riding mower, my property has locus trees on it with massive thorns, I was constantly filling the tires with air. The Flat out instantly solved that problem. I haven't had a issue in the last three years. I believe that the trouble with using the product on a bike or car tire is weight distribution . The product is quite a bit heavier than slime, and could be a balance issue at higher speeds🤔

  • @HDnatureTV

    @HDnatureTV

    2 жыл бұрын

    Interesting... but on e-bikes like motorcycles probably not a problem with fat tires e-bikes.

  • @WorldravenNevar

    @WorldravenNevar

    Жыл бұрын

    😆

  • @alex-sd

    @alex-sd

    Жыл бұрын

    As long as the Flat Out stays viscous there shouldn't be a balance issue. In fact, it should help with balancing the tire because they usually self balance with tire rotation.

  • @williamday3727
    @williamday37272 жыл бұрын

    Was so glad to go back and see this video. Put Tannus Armour in with the FlatOut. My tire is shit cause waiting on the slow boat from China. Caught to objects this morning (Aug24) . Pulled em, out the air charger on and the tire stopped leaking. Stuff is fabulous

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    FlatOut is AMAZING

  • @skepticsr_us
    @skepticsr_us2 жыл бұрын

    Just the info I was looking for.

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Happy to help!

  • @mongo0179
    @mongo01792 жыл бұрын

    This is such a great buyers guide.

  • @johnschumann5717
    @johnschumann57172 жыл бұрын

    Nice video. Great information and your helper makes the videos.

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks 👍

  • @Z_question
    @Z_question2 жыл бұрын

    Home Depot "Orbit UPC 2 in. x 50 ft. 20 Mil PVC Pipe Wrap" $5.24 a roll it is thin and fits perfect. Nails, Screws, Thorns glass and more. it's made to protect under ground pipes

  • @rvgrandmacharlotte4604
    @rvgrandmacharlotte46042 жыл бұрын

    wow - great testing. I see a video where a guy put that liner in his tire, then put the flat out in the inner tube.

  • @kenharvey9714
    @kenharvey9714 Жыл бұрын

    I was considering buying Mr Tuffy, but after seeing this video, I'll be sticking to slime for the time being, then I''ll be using flat out. Thanks for the video.

  • @knoptop
    @knoptop2 жыл бұрын

    great job on this!

  • @Mjames55
    @Mjames552 жыл бұрын

    Useful and amusing video. I ordered Flat Out right after watching lol.

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good choice!

  • @traefauntleroy2093
    @traefauntleroy20932 жыл бұрын

    Awesome Vid. Great Info. 👊🏾👊🏾

  • @EA0422
    @EA0422 Жыл бұрын

    Glad I saw this video, I am picking up my Aventon tomorrow, day after Labor Day holiday. I was going to call them and have them install the tannins liners , after this video I think I will buy a bottle of FLATOUT and see how it goes, local bike shop wants $125.00 per tire to install liners. I think I’ll save the $250.00 to buy other accessories. Thanks for all your hard work, Your videos and podcast are informative as well as entertaining.

  • @donvee2000
    @donvee2000 Жыл бұрын

    I've been wondering what is the best solution to prevent flats. I bought Slime used it twice, and it failed me both times. First time I thought maybe I didn't use enough so I measured it perfectly the second time, and I still got a flat. After reading what Flat Out uses in it's formula I can see this stuff is no joke. Just bought a big bottle... thanks to you I'm hopeful I found the right solution. Thanks again!

  • @charlesahon
    @charlesahon2 жыл бұрын

    Great test, thanks for doing it.

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure!

  • @richardburguillos3118
    @richardburguillos31182 жыл бұрын

    That was Flat Out informative. I’ve always used Slime. Guess I’ll be changing. Hate having to pump tires up with that stuff as a little always seems to come out and make a mess. Yes, I try to spin tire so valve is high on wheel. Can’t do that with a RadWagon that has the rack and plastic shield so I’ll probably have to use my Handlebar Jacks and flip the bike just to put air in it….

  • @robmorrill1

    @robmorrill1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Highly recommend against. Fan of the channel, and based on this vid I put it in both of my Himiway's tires, and it totally messed up the ride. You're putting liquid in the tires that flumps around with each revolution. Maybe fine for bigger vehicles, but I really regret using it on bikes based on my experience.

  • @richardburguillos3118

    @richardburguillos3118

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@robmorrill1 Huh, never thought of that. With Slime that as he said uses less I never noticed any affect in my Mountain Bike. Now putting in twice the amount, who knows. I never used the stuff on road bike, just replace tube with a mew one of it gets a flat and if I run out of tubes on a ride I’ll patch one to keep going.

  • @7mandymay7
    @7mandymay72 жыл бұрын

    I’ll go with flatout, thanks for informative video

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great! It's a fantastic product!

  • @sorijin
    @sorijin2 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video im all over this flatout when I get my sur ron

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sweet! Good idea!

  • @rossbrumby1957
    @rossbrumby19572 жыл бұрын

    The problem with slime type sealants, once you get a puncture that still needs a patch, the patch never sticks properly once the slime has been around the hole- you just can't clean it away properly. Rather just get thicker tubes and patch them less often than thin ones. Bought a secondhand greenspeed with plastic liners in the slicks, they caused the thin tubes to split along the liner's edges.

  • @geoffreyfagan1798
    @geoffreyfagan17982 жыл бұрын

    I didn't test my tannus armor against a drill bit, but I've extensively tested it against trails and it works great. Riding over a rock garden, you risk holes that are a lot bigger even if the penetration isn't as deep, and they're great for that, even protect sidewall. Also they claim run-flat capability and it's almost true, down to about 3.5 psi.

  • @soulcatch

    @soulcatch

    Жыл бұрын

    100% agree. Bought a new mountain bike and was getting a flat about once a week. I tried slimes, thick tubes, Mr. Tuffy, etc. Nothing helped until I got tannus. I have ridden everyday for almost a year now without a single flat. Worth every penny.

  • @jawsgreatwhite9966

    @jawsgreatwhite9966

    Жыл бұрын

    I just got a flat yesterday using Tannus. The bike mechanic fixing my flat couldn’t find what did it, only a micro hole in my tube. I’ll be adding flat out for sure!

  • @uncrunch398

    @uncrunch398

    Жыл бұрын

    It'd be nice to protect the tire from running too low. It's good to at least protect the rim and the tire lasts long enough to ride on as far as you need it.

  • @johnrpizzaguy
    @johnrpizzaguy2 жыл бұрын

    I use a Tannus armor with a Slime inner tube as a backup. Nothing is perfect, but it’s working for me.

  • @normanwheeler9802
    @normanwheeler980227 күн бұрын

    Great job .I'm planning a long road trip

  • @roda6674
    @roda6674 Жыл бұрын

    pretty impressive...thanks for the video!

  • @trini_boi2414
    @trini_boi24142 жыл бұрын

    I just changed my rear tire and my tube had 5 holes which means if I didn't had flat out I would of had 5 flats..great product a must have if you ride a lot esp far from home

  • @nunyurbyznes7611
    @nunyurbyznes7611 Жыл бұрын

    THANK YOU! YOU ARE A MONEY SAVER!

  • @johnreese3762
    @johnreese3762 Жыл бұрын

    Great info, thanks!

  • @dollyla229
    @dollyla2292 жыл бұрын

    Great demo!

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    thanks for watching!

  • @stevensmith1911
    @stevensmith19112 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video and review! Thanks! 👍

  • @Area13ebikes

    @Area13ebikes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @casperimprovedintransition8002
    @casperimprovedintransition80023 күн бұрын

    Nice practical test!

  • @HeartInLight
    @HeartInLight11 ай бұрын

    Great video. I never knew flatout was so good! They also have one that seals faster now called quickstrike i saw after seeing this. Its hard for me though. I sometimes ride in the winter. It takes more air when its cold. And if you store it in a warm area, you have to let some air out or the air expands and could cause damage to the tube.

  • @mikepyatt5424
    @mikepyatt54242 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video. More like that please.

  • @cryptokids3760
    @cryptokids37602 жыл бұрын

    Mr. tuffy is my jam. Just that and some easy patches. Rarely have to use the patches, but when I do, I usually don’t even take the rim off. Way fast for my back tire

  • @cryptokids3760

    @cryptokids3760

    2 жыл бұрын

    A lot of times the nail or whatever sharp item will not make it through mr tuffy. This happens because the tire is spinning and the material is so hard. I ended up getting sick of the slime and never went back

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