In MTB you get flats: at the moment (2023) there is no system to avoid flats. The only solution will be solid tires when there is a light, flexible and cheap material. But at the moment we have to choose what to insert inside our tyre: insert, inner tube or tubeless? If you are still in doubt, I advise you to read on this article where we compare the strengths and weaknesses of the 3 systems.
But now let's talk about the MTB Inserts, or Mousse, or sausages in common slang. We are going to analyze the best sellers. But let's start with the basic question: what are inserts? If you still have these doubts, read this article to learn more about it.
THE BEST-SELLING MODELS OF 2022
ANDREANI SUPERMOUSSE PAC EVO LITE
Evo Lite is the product of the SuperMousse line by Andreani Group specifically for XCM e XCO. Available in one size (29″) and optimized for 2.0÷2.4 tyres.
Weight per unit: 58gr
Pair price: 91,50 €
Website: www.andreanigroup.com
BARBIERI ANACONDA 3.0
Available for 26″, 27,5″ and 29″. The diameters of the mousses are XS=40mm (1.9″), S=45mm, M=50mm, L=60mm (2.5″).
Weight per unit: about 150gr (27,5″)
Price per unit: from 22,61 € to 39,92 €
Website: www.barbieripnk.it
BARZOTTO LD ROCCO
LD is made with a patented polymer and for this reason it has unique characteristics, in fact, for the same weight with similar materials, Barzotto LD gives greater protection to the rim and at the same time guarantees maximum comfort both in riding and in shock absorption.
Weight per unit: from 80gr (29″ XC) to 140gr (29″ e-bike)
Price the pair: from €80 (XC) to €88 (e-bike)
Website: www.barzotto.store
CAMPABROS INTERNSHIP 5
Available for all MTB versions, from XC to e-bike. Closed microcell technology.
Weight per unit: 70gr (35mm | xc); 125gr (45mm | enduro), 165gr (55mm | e-bike)
Price per unit: from 47,20 € to 58,20 €
Website: www.campabros.com
CUSHCORE
CushCore are manufactured in 27,5″+, 29″ and 29″+. There is an XC version and a PRO version for Enduro and e-bike use.
Weight per unit: 150gr (XC 29″) | 260gr (PRO 29″)
Price the pair: 160 €
Website: www.cushcore.com
TYREINVADER 50 MARIPOSA EFFECT
Tyreinvader is made of EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate), a closed cell polymer commonly used for the soles of running shoes, capable of very high shock absorption and with great durability.
Weight per unit: 48gr (35mm | XC) to 92gr (60mm | Enduro)
Price per pair: From €67,50 (35mm | XC) to €95,00 (60mm | Enduro)
Website: www.effectmariposa.eu
MRWOLF BANGER 2.0
Banger is a system built thanks to the use of a very low density technopolymer intended and developed specifically for the MTB sector.
Weight per unit: 90gr (26″ | XC) to 175gr (29″+ | e-bike)
Price per pair: From €139 (26″ | XC) to €149 (29″+)
Website: www.mrwolf.bike/it
PANZER EVO
Compared to the Classic version, in this Evolution called EVO there is a 15% weight reduction and a completely new evo shape.
Weight per unit: 60gr (29″ XC) to 90gr (29″ Enduro)
Price per unit: 49,90 €
Website: ridepanzer.com
PTN REVOLUTION
A light and unique structure of this kind, optimizes the operation of tubeless systems, increasing driving precision, saves the rims, also allows you to drive in runflat. Versions from XC to Enduro.
Weight :: S (65gr | XC); M/L (109gr | Enduro)
Price: 95 €
Website: www.bikesuspension.com
SOULCICCIA BY HARRY BANGS
The innovative Twin-Full Kit is part of the new TWIN SOLUTION line, designed for Enduro/DH – E-Bike use and characterized by a diversified combination between front and rear to optimize the dynamic response and resistance to various stresses, without aggravating weight. The kit consists of the innovative Twin-Full insert for the rear, where the stresses are most concentrated, and the classic SoulCiccia insert for the front.
Weight per pair: from 95gr (29″ | Twin Full) to 170gr (29″ | Twin Soul)
Price: Na
Website: soulciccia.com
SWITCH LOOP LIGHT
Developed by Switch Components technicians in collaboration with professional riders including the two-time world champion XCM Leonardo Paez, the LOOP tubeless insert is offered in three different versions: Light (XC), Strong (AM/DH) and HARD (e-bike).
- LIGHT weighing 68g for those who are oriented to XC
- STRONG of 110g for AM/DH disciplines
- HARD the most robust and perfect solution for e-bikes
Weight per unit: from 68gr (LIGHT) to 110gr (STRONG)
Price per unit: 46 €
Website: www.switch-components.com
TANNUS ARMOR TUBELESS
Armor Tubeless is an Aither 1.1 polymer-based insert that floats between the tire and the rim. Its shape allows for a fluid and natural riding style. Available in both 27,5″ and 29″ for a section from 2.1 to 2.6.
Weight per unit: from 150gr (27,5″) to 160gr (29″)
Price: 49,95 €
Website: www.tannusitalia.it
TEHNOMOUSSE BLUE VERTIGO
Anti-puncture system for XC and marathon (from 2.1 to 2.4).
Weight :: 150gr
Price: 59,99 €
Website: www.technomousse.com
TECHNOMOUSSE RED POISON EVO
The new section of the EVO system has more rounded sidewalls which considerably reduce the lateral dimensions of the mousse and do not exert pressure on the shoulders of the tyre. Compatibility: 29” / 2.35” to 2.50”.
Weight per unit: 210gr
Price per unit: 89,99 €
Website: www.technomousse.com
TUBOLIGHT EVO HD
Tubolight EVO are super light inserts for Tubeless tires from 2.35 to 2.80” on rims with a minimum channel of 26mm. Compound with greater density and lift, darker in color, works excellently with enduro tyres, downhill and e-bikes.
Weight per unit: 90gr (29”)
Price per unit: 39,90 €
Website: tubelight.bike
VITTORIA AIRLINER
Version from S (XC | 29″ 2.0) to XL (Enduro | 29″ 2.8). One of the first MTB inserts produced.
Weight per unit: from 90gr (S) to 234gr (XL)
Price per unit: 51,95 €
Website: www.victoria.com
