Review Tannus tyre armour

[Flog]

Pulled 2 thorns out of my rear tyre today and a piece of glass

Pulled from the Tannus??

 

[Jamy]

from the back tyre. the thorns and glass would have been punctures without the Tannus. 1100 miles in and nothing. you truly can forget about punctures. Easy to fit as well with 2.6 wide tyre and 2.5 tannus

 

[Flog]

Impressive. Just need to get now and a bank holiday in Coronavirus days isn't the Best day to do this!!!

 

[GrahamPaul]

Hi - can I just check with you guys that know. Having had 3 punctures in 17 days of my new bike, all of which have been thorns, I'm riding the bridle ways of Somerset / Dorset thought I would give the Tannus a bash.
Bike is 6.8 Jam2 and tires are 29 x 2.6 Maxxis rekon, would the tubes be ok at 1.85 - 2.2" slime tubes be ok??

Or what tubes should I get to go with the Tannus?? Thanks and apologies if this has been answered a million times or just soooooo obvious!!

Those smaller tubes should be fine. Don't go trying to fit the original ones back in there. Your fingers will not thank you.

 

[NULevo]

I'm using these with Tannus in my Levo, no issues since installation. Lots of thorns in the front and back tyres as in other posts, but not a single puncture.

 

[PJ27]

Hi - can I just check with you guys that know. Having had 3 punctures in 17 days of my new bike, all of which have been thorns, I'm riding the bridle ways of Somerset / Dorset thought I would give the Tannus a bash.
Bike is 6.8 Jam2 and tires are 29 x 2.6 Maxxis rekon, would the tubes be ok at 1.85 - 2.2" slime tubes be ok??

Or what tubes should I get to go with the Tannus?? Thanks and apologies if this has been answered a million times or just soooooo obvious!!

Hey Flog, I have the exact same bike. Running original Maxxis Rekon 2.6 on the rear and Specialised Eliminator 2.6 on front (actually measures 2.4!)

I have just bought the Tannus (Size = 29 x 1.95-2.5' which Tannus said to use) did you trim the Tannus? Any tips or tricks for install? How much PSI did you drop after the Tannus install?

Thanks

 

[Jamy]

I didn't do anything to the Tannus using size 29 x 1.95-2.5 on tyres 29 x 2.6 and found installing a doddle

 

[Flog]

PJ27 - as with all things bike at the moment, struggling to find the Tannus in stock. I have. ordered everything but not yet arrived. Looking at all the reviews, there should be no need to trim and on this size, allegedly a simple install..... but we will wait and see!
As soon as they arrive and I fit, I'll post on here.

 

[PJ27]

AW

I didn't do anything to the Tannus using size 29 x 1.95-2.5 on tyres 29 x 2.6 and found installing a doddle

AWESOME. Thanks Jamy.

 

[PJ27]

PJ27 - as with all things bike at the moment, struggling to find the Tannus in stock. I have. ordered everything but not yet arrived. Looking at all the reviews, there should be no need to trim and on this size, allegedly a simple install..... but we will wait and see!
As soon as they arrive and I fit, I'll post on here.

Thanks Flog.

My Tannus arrived yesterday, but my bike is in the shop (504 Speed Sensor error at just over 500kms! Bike standard) If bike back this week plan to fit so will share also. Found this video, looks relatively simple...

 

[Flog]

Tannus & tubes arrived today, fitted this afternoon......
First wheel took an hour and cocked up 2 or 3 times with lumpy wheel / tyre. My problem was I didn't "crack / break" one side of the bead on the tyre. On the rear, took me probably 20 minutes tops, very easy.
literally rode up the road for 5 minutes but a REAL difference in feel, seems smoother, more subtle and quieter. Will take out tomorrow for a blast and see what they are like.

 

[Beekeeper]

I bought a Tannus but not fitted it yet. It’s still on my shelf. But somehow I’ve not had a puncture since buying it a year ago. Amazing product as you don’t need to even fit it into your tyre for it to work flawlessly

 

[PJ27]

What tyre pressures front and rear does everyone recommend/ getting best results for Tannus fitted with tubes?

 

[Jamy]

as I'm using the bike to commute I have the tyre pressure at 40 psi

 

[NULevo]

What tyre pressures front and rear does everyone recommend/ getting best results for Tannus fitted with tubes?

I'm running around 25 front and rear as I can't get to any trails, so it's country lanes and bridle ways until I can.

The Tannus site recommendation might be a starting point:

'INCREASED GRIP
The added support and protection means you can run lower PSI whilst maintaining the shape of the tyre. Our sweet spot is 18-20 psi, for amazing traction that will have you gripping all day long!'

'HOW LOW (PSI) CAN YOU GO?
The added protection means your can run crazy low pressures (15-20 psi) whilst still protecting your rims. Our unique run-flat technology means you can even ride flat at up to 10km/h. Pressure is always a personal preference but we would recommend going around 5-10 psi less than you would normally. We have found 18-20 psi to be our sweet spot. If you have no idea what pressure you would normally run, pop around 25 PSI in and slowly let air out until it feels perfect!'

 

[PJ27]

I'm running around 25 front and rear as I can't get to any trails, so it's country lanes and bridle ways until I can.

The Tannus site recommendation might be a starting point:

'INCREASED GRIP
The added support and protection means you can run lower PSI whilst maintaining the shape of the tyre. Our sweet spot is 18-20 psi, for amazing traction that will have you gripping all day long!'

'HOW LOW (PSI) CAN YOU GO?
The added protection means your can run crazy low pressures (15-20 psi) whilst still protecting your rims. Our unique run-flat technology means you can even ride flat at up to 10km/h. Pressure is always a personal preference but we would recommend going around 5-10 psi less than you would normally. We have found 18-20 psi to be our sweet spot. If you have no idea what pressure you would normally run, pop around 25 PSI in and slowly let air out until it feels perfect!'

Thanks NULevo, appreciate the help

 

[NULevo]

Thanks NULevo, appreciate the help

No worries, let us know how you get on with it, I love the security of having them.

Lots more info here:

#No1. Puncture protection for MTB & eMTB

Protect your inner tube from all types of punctures - thorns, sidewall tears and pinch flats. Get better grip and vibration dampening

tannus-tyres.shop

 

[Monkey Dog]

I purchased a Tannus Armour for the rear of my mtb. Loved it so much I quickly got one for the front. I checked their website just the other day & they have plus size in stock now. Ordered two for the emtb.
Love the feel of them and extra protection from punctures is a must. I don't run low pressures so I'm hoping for many more miles of puncture free rides.
I found fitting the first one a bit of a pita, but the second fit in the front was a doddle, as we learn as we go.

 

[Monkey Dog]

The two plus size inserts arrived Thursday. A little slow to arrive (I think 2 weeks).
Fitted them today without drama. I find putting the insert into the tyre & then the tube is easier than how they instruct.
I now have piece of mind on both bikes.

 

[Scott5297]

I have been using Tannus Armour on my bike for about 6 weeks after seeing recommendations here (thanks Jamy!).

I was getting sick of punctures on my 29" x 2.6" tyres. Although I carry repair stuff around it's a nuisance getting a puncture on the way to work.

One of my tubes has 9 repairs- I think that says enough about the problem.

Fitting Armour to my front tyre was quite easy. The final few inches of bead needed levers to ease onto the rim.

The rear tyre was a bit harder. I was fitting a new tyre and I could have done with 3 or 4 hands to hold the bead in the centre of the rim. 40 minutes later, after much cursing and tired hands, I completed the job.

Since then, no punctures! Compared to the usual flats every Saturday morning....

My observations:-

• smaller inner tubes are recommended. See Tannus Armour - Single for details.
• You may need to trim the Armour for your tyre's size. Be sure to have a decent pair of scissors to hand.
• It is recommended that you deflate the tyres after use. A compressor would be a good accessory.
• Some metal tyre levers and an assistant with strong hands would help.
  

Overall I am very pleased with Tannus Armour. I'll definitely keep using them.

 

[Jamy]

I have been using Tannus Armour on my bike for about 6 weeks after seeing recommendations here (thanks Jamy!).

I was getting sick of punctures on my 29" x 2.6" tyres. Although I carry repair stuff around it's a nuisance getting a puncture on the way to work.

One of my tubes has 9 repairs- I think that says enough about the problem.

Fitting Armour to my front tyre was quite easy. The final few inches of bead needed levers to ease onto the rim.

The rear tyre was a bit harder. I was fitting a new tyre and I could have done with 3 or 4 hands to hold the bead in the centre of the rim. 40 minutes later, after much cursing and tired hands, I completed the job.

Since then, no punctures! Compared to the usual flats every Saturday morning....

My observations:-

• smaller inner tubes are recommended. See Tannus Armour - Single for details.
• You may need to trim the Armour for your tyre's size. Be sure to have a decent pair of scissors to hand.
• It is recommended that you deflate the tyres after use. A compressor would be a good accessory.
• Some metal tyre levers and an assistant with strong hands would help.

Overall I am very pleased with Tannus Armour. I'll definitely keep using them.

Your right about the smaller innertube. I use 29" x 1.75-2.125 tubes. With having 2.6 wide tyres and fitting the 2.5 wide tannus I had no need to trim.
I recently swapped my 2.6 tyres to Maxxis Hookworm 29 x 2.5 brand new for commuting MAXXIS Hookworm 29 x 2.50" 60 TPI Wire Single Compound Tyre :: £29.99 :: Wheels & Tyres :: Tyres - General :: OnIt Sports
where a real bargain at £19 per tyre but it was enough to make a grown man cry trying to get the new tyre on the rim. Had to use all the tricks (washing up liquid) and took 2 of us to get over the rim.
I'm hoping this was because the tyre was new otherwise I'm pushing the bike home if I get a puncture out on a ride

 

[Jamy]

My tannus failed after 1300 miles but looking at what caused the puncture, nothing would have stopped it. Goes to show what the tyres have to put up with when commuting on roads

 

[Monkey Dog]

My tannus failed after 1300 miles but looking at what caused the puncture, nothing would have stopped it. Goes to show what the tyres have to put up with when commuting on roads

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Hoody blell. That's evil.

 

[DrStupid]

The 2.6 Tannus has been installed for two days on a rear mounted maxxis aggressor 27.5 x 2.5 DD, riding the KHS 6555+.

I only put the tannus armour on the rear tire. The front tire is a Assegia DH Max-Grip 29x2.5

Prior to installing the armour, the bike was balanced pretty well in corners, with the front assegai holding the line, while the aggressor would get moderately loose.

Surprisingly, with the armour installed, the aggressor is more composed than the assegia, even in wet conditions.

I started at 18 psi and then lowered to 15 psi which seems really good for now.

These things (Tannus Armour), seem to change the tires character more than I expected. For my trails, wet as they are, it's all good.

 

[urastus]

My missus will just have to get used to being sprayed with white, sticky liquid at unexpected moments!

I can't imagine how it can be unexpected; oh, she's asleep!

 

[urastus]

I've ran these in the front and rear for 2 months now. 2.5 Maxxiss DHF 3C Maxx Terra EXO up front and 2.5 Maxxiss Aggressor 3C EXO in the rear.

I use Continental Tubes. I'd only use the Tubolitos as a spare. Tyres are running around 24psi.

These have been smashed around rocks plenty of times now and through all sorts of forest crap.

Can't really fault them especially when it comes to a tyre change.

Had a quick search on the tubolitos - I hadn't heard of them before. They get pretty poor reviews.

 

[urastus]

After reading here I've just ordered a tannus for the rear, and a couple of maxxis ultralight tubes (1.9 - 2.35) . If this setup is good, it will mean I can stay with my preferred maxxis 2.6 exo tyres (2.6 don't come in dd or anything substantial). I've had one pinch flat and one puncture on rock. The tyre is way too soft for tubeless setup - have to add more pressure than running with a tube. I don't really like dealing with the tubeless setup - I never know when the latex needs replacing.

 

[DrStupid]

After reading here I've just ordered a tannus for the rear, and a couple of maxxis ultralight tubes (1.9 - 2.35) . If this setup is good, it will mean I can stay with my preferred maxxis 2.6 exo tyres (2.6 don't come in dd or anything substantial). I've had one pinch flat and one puncture on rock. The tyre is way too soft for tubeless setup - have to add more pressure than running with a tube. I don't really like dealing with the tubeless setup - I never know when the latex needs replacing.

Let us know how it holds up with the exo casing. I have a few new, but punctured, exo and grid tires, I'm hoping to use with the armour.

 

[urastus]

Let us know how it holds up with the exo casing. I have a few new, but punctured, exo and grid tires, I'm hoping to use with the armour.

I will, for sure. I don't think my review will be beneficial for you, unless it's a negative review. Judging by your rear suspension requirements in another post, you're a much harder rider than me. Any reviews from me on suspension or tire toughness would only be of benefit to a lightweight or a soft rider; a pussy on wheels

 

[Beekeeper]

Mr Tuffy tire liner failed after about 50 miles. The thorn in the picture went right through it and left a nice little hole in both Tuffy and Tube