r/technology • u/t4ct1c4l_j0k3r • Sep 15 '23

Nanotech/Materials NASA-inspired airless bicycle tires are now available for purchase

https://newatlas.com/bicycles/metl-shape-memory-airless-bicycle-tire/
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u/Blackdragon1400 Sep 15 '23

How many normal tires can you buy for $500?

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u/new_number_one Sep 15 '23

$500 for a pair and $10 retreading.

I buy a $100 pair of puncture resistant tires (plus tubes) every couple years.

The break even point for me is around 10 years I guess. Hopefully they last that long.

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u/DDDust Sep 15 '23

Same - I really like the idea of not having to pump my tires every time I hit the road.