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Latex tubes are much better than butyl ones, and much lighter. No worries about durability there.
Light tyres are (as a general rule) more prone to puncturing but I wouldn't worry too much on a hill climb bike
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I'd only use latex tubes for racing. Constantly having to inflate tyres is not my idea of correct living procedure.
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The lightest butyl are lighter than the lightest latex but yeah, latex > butyl.
Those 200g clinchers I suggested will not be very puncture resistant at all - but I don't think this is a HC bike?
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Wow, a great list. Thank you! Good taste also, lots of things I had in mind there.
I've seen a lot of people using lighter tyres and tubes in these weight saving builds. Must be a good sign but I've always wondered whether durability is compromised?
Good insights and a lot to think about, thanks.