Tubolito – ultralight tubes, uncompromising protection

Tubolito takes a different approach to the inner tube. Instead of standard butyl rubber, the Vienna-based brand uses thermoplastic elastomer (TPU) to build tubes that combine low weight, a compact pack size, and strong puncture resistance. Road, MTB, gravel/CX, BMX, or folding bike – with wheel sizes from 16 to 29 inches, there's a Tubolito to fit almost every setup. If you count every gram but won't compromise on puncture protection, Tubolito's signature orange tubes are hard to ignore. Explore our full Tubolito lineup and find the tube that fits your setup.

Tubolito was founded by Christian Lembacher and Ákos Kertész – two passionate mountain bikers with a technical background and material development experience. They originally developed high-durability elastomers for speaker components before bringing that expertise into cycling. That idea led to the first Tubolito tube – proof of how much innovation potential can sit inside an unassuming component. Instead of standard butyl, Tubolito develops seamless, high-performance tubes from TPU, rethinking a product category that had barely changed in decades. That cross-industry transfer of expertise still shapes the development work at Tubolito's Vienna headquarters today.

Here's what sets it apart from a classic butyl tube:

• Significantly lighter than classic butyl tubes
• Strong performance in needle puncture testing
• Minimal pack size – ideal as a spare tube
• Available for 16 to 29 inch wheels, plus 700c
• Smart pressure readings with PSENS, and real-time pressure monitoring with SYNCD

You'll find a wide Tubolito selection here, covering multiple wheel sizes and use cases: road inner tubes in various valve lengths, MTB versions in 26, 27.5, and 29 inches, and Gravel/CX inner tubes. Depending on the series, Tubolito focuses on low weight, compact pack size, strong puncture protection, or smart pressure monitoring. The S-Tubo performance line further reduces wall thickness for minimal weight and pack size, while X-Tubo is the puncture-resistant no-flat option used in e-bike, city, and touring tubes. The lineup is rounded out by smart tubes with integrated pressure sensors and the Tubo Patch Kit for repairs.

• Road – From 18-32mm to 23-35mm, with valve lengths from 42 to 80mm, plus the smart SYNCD version.
• MTB – For 26, 27.5, and 29 inch, including MTB Plus for wide 2.50-3.00" tires, plus the smart PSENS version.
• Gravel/CX – For 27.5/28 inch in 32-50mm, in standard, S-Tubo, or X-Tubo versions.
• E-bike – X-Tubo quality for 27.5"/29" with Schrader or Presta valve, built for higher loads.
• City/tour – X-Tubo for tough everyday use on 28 inch wheels, with Schrader or Presta valve.
• Accessories – The Tubo Patch Kit keeps every Tubolito tube repairable.

The same principle sits at the center of every Tubolito innovation: thermoplastic elastomer instead of standard butyl rubber. This material and manufacturing process allow for thin, light tube walls with strong puncture resistance. Building on that material base, Tubolito has developed several signature technologies, ranging from pure weight savings to smart pressure monitoring.

Instead of butyl rubber, Tubolito uses a specially developed thermoplastic elastomer to build seamless tubes. The material structure allows for thin, light tube walls with strong puncture resistance. The result: significantly less weight than classic butyl tubes, high durability in puncture testing, and air retention comparable to rubber tubes.

PSENS is a battery-free NFC chip built into the MTB tube near the valve. Hold your smartphone with the Tubolito app open nearby, and the chip reads your current tire pressure to within a tenth of a bar. That replaces guessing by thumb pressure – a real advantage for MTB tires running low pressure, where precise control over your setup matters.

The Tubo-Road SYNCD integrates a battery-powered Bluetooth pressure sensor directly into the road inner tube. It sends real-time tire pressure to compatible bike computers and the Tubolito app, and flags any sudden pressure loss immediately. That lets you keep an eye on tire pressure in real time, without mounting extra sensors on the valve.

On the S-Tubo series, the valve unscrews from the tube. That lets it fold down even more compactly than usual – ideal for carrying as a spare in a jersey pocket or frame bag without giving up valuable space.

Grab a Tubolito as a spare for your next ride, or make it a permanent upgrade to your setup – you'll find the full lineup in stock here, from 16 to 29 inch, for road, MTB, gravel, and more. Fast shipping means you won't wait long for your new tube. And if you do get a flat, the Tubo Patch Kit gets you rolling again – find it here too. Find the right Tubolito solution for your bike now.