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26 Inch Bike Tube: get back riding today
Flat tire? The Sunlite 26 inch bike tube gets your 26" BMX, wheelie bike, mountain bike or beach cruiser rolling again. Choose the Standard tube for a light, budget fix, or the Thorn Resistant tube, with a wall nearly 5x thicker, if you keep getting flats from goatheads, glass and thorns. Every tube has a Schrader valve, the same valve as a car tire, so it works with almost any pump.
- Fits 26" (ISO 559) BMX, mountain bike and cruiser wheels
- Width ranges from 1.50" up to 2.75"
- Standard (0.9mm wall) or Thorn Resistant (4.3mm wall)
- Schrader valve with removable core, 32mm or 48mm valve length
- Butyl rubber holds air longer than latex
Which tube do I need?
| Your tire size (on the sidewall) | Tube | Valve length | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 x 1.75" to 1.95" | Standard 26 x 1.75–1.95" | 32mm | $9.95 |
| 26 x 1.90" to 2.35" (deep or double-wall rims) | Standard 26 x 1.90–2.35" | 48mm | $9.95 |
| 26 x 2.35" to 2.75" (wide BMX and cruiser tires) | Standard 26 x 2.35–2.75" | 32mm | $15.95 |
| 26 x 1.50" to 1.95" (cruisers, hybrids, narrow MTB tires) | Thorn Resistant 26 x 1.50–1.95" | 32mm | $20.95 |
| 26 x 1.95" to 2.35" | Thorn Resistant 26 x 1.95–2.35" | 32mm | $20.95 |
| 26 x 2.35" to 2.50" | Thorn Resistant 26 x 2.35–2.50" | 32mm | $24.95 |
32mm or 48mm valve? Most 26" BMX and cruiser rims work with the 32mm valve. If your rim is tall or double-walled and a short valve barely pokes through, pick the Standard 26 x 1.90–2.35" tube with the 48mm valve so your pump can grab it.
Specs
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Wheel size | 26" (ISO 559) |
| Valve | Schrader, removable core, smooth stem |
| Valve length | 32mm or 48mm (see size chart) |
| Wall thickness | Standard 0.9mm · Thorn Resistant 4.3mm |
| Material | Butyl rubber |
| Brand | Sunlite |
Product use
The Sunlite 26 inch bike tube sits inside your tire and holds the air. Use it to fix a flat, replace an old cracked tube, or carry as a spare. Read the size on the side of your tire, pick the range it falls in, then pick Standard or Thorn Resistant. To install, let the air out, pop one side of the tire off with tire levers, swap the tube, tuck the tire back on and pump to the pressure printed on your tire.
Why riders use the Sunlite 26 inch bike tube
Sunlite tubes are a shop staple because they're reliable, fit right and don't cost much. Big BMX and wheelie bike riders grab the Standard tube to keep their wheels light. Riders in thorn and goathead country, like here in Southern California, run the Thorn Resistant tube so a ride doesn't end in a walk home. Cruiser and commuter riders pick the thorn tube because it means fewer flats to fix.
Fix your flat today. Pick your size and tube type and add it to your cart. Need tire levers or a pump too? Grab them below so you can do the install in one shot.
Problems with other tubes, and why this one fixes them
5 problems you'll run into with other bike tubes
- Thin no-name tubes pop fast. Cheap tubes with thin, uneven rubber go flat from the first thorn, staple or piece of glass.
- The wrong size. A tube that's too narrow stretches thin and punctures easily. One that's too wide bunches up and gets pinched during install.
- Presta valves that don't fit your pump. Many tubes online use skinny Presta valves, which need a special pump head or adapter and sit loose in rims drilled for Schrader valves.
- Goatheads and thorns. In thorn country, a standard tube can go flat every ride, and you end up walking home or patching your tube on the curb.
- Valves too short for your rim. On a tall or double-wall rim, a short valve barely sticks out, and your pump can't lock on.
5 reasons the Sunlite 26 inch bike tube is better
- A trusted shop brand. Sunlite is a long-running bike shop brand, with consistent butyl rubber that holds air.
- Width ranges to fit right. Sizes from 1.50" to 2.75" cover cruisers, mountain bikes and wide Big BMX tires.
- Schrader valve, car tire style. It fits almost any floor pump and gas station air without an adapter.
- Thorn Resistant option with a 4.3mm wall. Nearly 5x thicker than the 0.9mm Standard tube, built for goatheads, thorns and rough streets.
- A 48mm valve option and removable cores. Grab the 48mm valve for tall rims, and add sealant or swap a leaky core instead of tossing the tube.
Flat prevention recommendations
Slime tire sealant
Tire liners
Tire levers
Patch kit
Pump
Valve caps
How to DIY
Easiest way to change your bike tube
Install a tube
Tube hacks
26 inch bike tube FAQ
What size 26 inch bike tube do I need? Look on the side of your tire for a size like 26 x 1.95, 26 x 2.125 or 26 x 2.4. Pick the tube range your tire's width falls into.
Will this tube fit my 26 inch BMX or wheelie bike? Yes, if the tire says 26" on the side. Most 26" BMX tires are 2.1" to 2.4" wide, so the 1.90–2.35" or 2.35–2.75" Standard tube, or the 1.95–2.35" or 2.35–2.50" Thorn Resistant tube, fits.
Will it fit a beach cruiser or mountain bike? Yes. A 26 x 2.125 cruiser tire takes a 1.90–2.35" or 1.95–2.35" tube. Narrower 26 x 1.50 to 1.95 cruiser, hybrid and MTB tires take the 1.75–1.95" Standard or the 1.50–1.95" Thorn Resistant tube.
What's the difference between the Standard and Thorn Resistant tube? The Standard tube has a 0.9mm wall and is light and cheap. The Thorn Resistant tube has a 4.3mm wall, nearly 5x thicker, so it resists goatheads, thorns and glass, but it weighs more.
Is a thorn resistant bike tube worth it? If you ride where goatheads, thorns or glass are common, or you're tired of fixing flats, yes. For riding on clean pavement, the lighter Standard tube is usually enough.
Should I get the 32mm or 48mm valve? The 32mm valve fits most 26" BMX and cruiser rims. Pick the Standard 26 x 1.90–2.35" tube with the 48mm valve if you have a tall or double-wall rim where a short valve barely pokes through.
What valve does this Schrader valve tube have? A Schrader valve, the same kind as a car tire. It works with almost any floor pump or gas station air hose.
Can I put sealant in this bicycle inner tube? Yes. The valve core is removable, so you can add tire sealant like Slime for extra flat protection.
How much air should I put in my 26 inch bike tube? Follow the PSI range printed on your tire's sidewall. Run toward the high end for speed on the street, and lower for grip on dirt. Never go above the tire's max.
Why do I keep getting flats? Common causes are thorns or glass stuck in the tire, a worn-out tire, a damaged rim strip, or low pressure causing pinch flats. Check the inside of the tire and the rim strip before installing a new tube, and consider the Thorn Resistant tube.
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