Schraeder vs Presta Valves

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Originally Posted by Homeslice

So, just did a Google search, and yes, the Prestas are over-rated. They are too sensitive and don't seem to hold air as long. The only advantage is they seem easier to pump, because of less resistance I guess.

I haven't noticed any difference in the amount of time to pump them vs. te Schraeders on my wife's bike (same pump - it has connections for both valve types).

Originally Posted by CasterTroy

My neighbor has those Presta Valves on his MTB

He's ALWAYS complaining about them.....I can't see the benefit personally....but I'm not one to ride a umteen thousand dollar MTB.

Irony is he's too cheap to buy the $40 pump to air them up himself...so when he has to air up, we have to swing by the bike shop before the trails

Glad to hear it's not just me having problems with them.