FALSE! It isn’t about running lower pressure, it is about riding the correct pressure, and knowing it’ll be efficient, comfortable, and grippy.
One of the greatest benefits of running a tubeless setup, besides removing friction-inducing inner-tubes, is the ability to maximize comfort, traction – and ultimately, confidence – with proper tire pressure. While it’s still possible to pinch flat a tubeless setup (see above), it’s far less likely than if you were running tubes.
Over the years, many riders have run too much tire pressure in order to prevent pinch flats. Put another way, they would rather reduce traction, and sacrifice efficiency than get a pinch-flat. We can’t blame them. Nothing is more inefficient than stopping on the side of the road or trail to fix a flat tire.
Tubeless allows riders to run the right tire pressure. The right tire pressure maximizes traction, comfort, and rolling efficiency. To help riders consistently achieve proper tire pressure, we’ve created the ENVE Air Pressure Station and a page all about tire pressure where you can view charts that will help you find your proper tire pressure.
KEY TAKEAWAY: A better tire system means no compromises when you choose the right pressure for your ride.
Sure, there are a handful of misconceptions surrounding tubeless and proper setup. However, each of these misconceptions can be remedied with some education about how tubeless works and some hands-on experience.
On the road and trail, there are no misconceptions – tubeless technology delivers the ultimate ride experience.
