Quote Originally Posted by Bruno28
The problem is I was used to 'normal' valves having only recently bought a serious bike. I think normal valves are now called shraeder valves and they are completely different. Or maybe you're just brighter than me!

No, I seriously doubt my intelleigence has anything to do with my tire knowledge or lack there of. I have been on a bike for slightly over a month. So, my only tire knowledge comes from those tires. Until this thread I assumed all valves were the same. I do so enjoy it here, I learn so many new things every single day.