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Fail.

Valve caps are another one of my issues I'm working through with my therapist.

They are not necessary and serve one purpose - slowing down your tube changes should you p_nct_re. I've NEVER had a presta valve fail. Schraeder, since the valve bit is recessed and they sometimes collect little stones might warrant a valve cap but even then I've had a stuck valve maybe twice in 10+ years riding schraeders.

Say no to valve caps!
Say no to those little thread valve thingies!
Say yes to aligned valves and tyre logos!

I managed to destroy a presta valve with my mini handpump, was trying to squeeze that last bit of air in, hand slipped and ripped the valve end off. Never done that with the old style pumps, with screw on adaptor (due to it being impossible).