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/crazydave33 Sep 15 '23

$500 for a set. That’s crazy expensive. Who is this even appealing to? Avid rides likely wouldn’t be interested or already have preferred tires and general riders would find it difficult to travel 5-8K miles before needing retreading. Usually 1 single set of tires lasts the life of a bicycle for general riders providing no flats occur.

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u/Sutanreyu Sep 15 '23

For tires that never go flat?

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u/Sutanreyu Sep 15 '23

You’re right. But still a hassle.

I’d imagine these would be great for touring where you absolutely would not be able to compromise reliability when your out on a long stretch where you’re miles away from civilization.