February 05, 2026

The Revoloop TPU Tube Catalogue — Which One You Should Actually Run

The Revoloop TPU Tube Catalogue — Which One You Should Actually Run

If you’re looking for the best TPU inner tubes, chances are you’ve landed on Revoloop — and for good reason.

Revoloop TPU tubes are among the lightest inner tubes available, offering a dramatic reduction in rotating weight compared to traditional butyl tubes, along with lower rolling resistance and a more responsive ride feel. For road, gravel, cyclocross, and XC riders, they’re one of the simplest performance upgrades you can make without changing tyres or wheels.

The challenge isn’t whether Revoloop tubes work — it’s choosing the right one.

This guide breaks down the Revoloop TPU tubes I stock at Bspoke Velo and explains the real differences between Race, Race Ultra, CC Ultra, and MTB Ultra, so you can choose based on how and where you ride — not marketing hype.

Why riders move from butyl to TPU

Most standard butyl tubes weigh around 95–110 grams. Revoloop TPU tubes weigh less than half of that — and in some cases, closer to a quarter.

That reduction in rotating weight is immediately noticeable:

  • Faster acceleration
  • Easier climbing
  • A lighter, more responsive ride feel

TPU also delivers lower rolling resistance than butyl, without the maintenance quirks of latex, and packs down extremely small — making it ideal both in the wheel and as a spare.

Once you decide to move away from butyl, the real decision becomes how far you want to push the weight saving.

Revoloop Road TPU Tubes: Race vs Race Ultra

Revoloop’s road TPU tubes are where most riders first encounter the brand. The choice typically comes down to Revoloop Race vs Revoloop Race Ultra — two tubes designed for the same tyres and riding style, but with different weight targets and tolerances.

Both deliver a dramatic reduction in rotating weight compared to butyl tubes. The difference isn’t whether the weight saving is real — it absolutely is — it’s how aggressive you want that saving to be.

Revoloop Race

At around 39 grams, Race is already a huge step away from butyl. That’s a saving of roughly 55–70 grams per wheel, which is exactly why many riders move to TPU in the first place.

Race delivers:

  • A clear performance jump over butyl
  • The characteristic Revoloop ride feel
  • A little more margin built in than Ultra

It suits riders who want the benefits of TPU — weight reduction, responsiveness, compact spares — without pushing right to the edge.

Revoloop Race Ultra

Race Ultra takes the same concept and strips it back further.

At around 25 grams, it represents the maximum weight saving Revoloop offers for road use. The additional reduction over Race isn’t large in absolute terms, but for many riders it’s the entire reason they choose Revoloop.

Race Ultra is typically chosen for:

  • Race and event wheels
  • Climbing-focused builds
  • Riders chasing the lowest possible rotating weight

How to think about the choice:
Both are extremely light compared to butyl. Race Ultra exists for riders chasing the absolute minimum. Race exists for riders who want a major upgrade without going all-in.

Gravel & Cyclocross: CC Ultra

Revoloop CC Ultra is designed for fast gravel and cyclocross, where efficiency matters more than outright toughness.

It combines very low weight with TPU ride quality on wider tyres, making it ideal for performance-focused gravel bikes and CX race setups.

It’s not intended for loaded bikepacking or rocky trail abuse — and Revoloop don’t pretend it is.

Mountain Bike: MTB Ultra

Revoloop MTB Ultra is built for riders who care about weight and efficiency off-road, particularly in XC and light trail applications.

At roughly 45 grams, it’s dramatically lighter than traditional MTB tubes and makes a noticeable difference in acceleration and climbing.

This is a performance tube, not a smash-proof one — and it’s best used where speed matters.

Quick reference

  • Race — ~39 g · Road · Huge reduction vs butyl
  • Race Ultra — ~25 g · Road · Maximum weight saving
  • CC Ultra — ~30 g · Gravel / CX · Performance-focused use
  • MTB Ultra — ~45 g · XC / light trail · Weight-focused MTB builds

Exact weights vary slightly by valve length.

Common mistakes I see

  • Assuming Race isn’t light enough — at ~39 g, it’s still a massive step away from butyl.
  • Assuming Ultra is always the answer — Ultra makes sense when weight is the priority, not automatically.
  • Treating all gravel like MTB — CC Ultra is about speed, not rock-smashing.

FAQs

Is Revoloop Race or Race Ultra better?

Neither is universally better. Both are dramatically lighter than butyl tubes and designed for the same road use. Race Ultra prioritises maximum weight saving, while Race delivers most of the TPU benefit with a little more margin.

Are Revoloop TPU tubes much lighter than butyl?

Yes. Standard butyl tubes typically weigh close to 100 grams. Revoloop Race and Race Ultra are less than half that weight, with Ultra closer to a quarter.

Are TPU tubes fragile?

No — they’re different, not delicate. Revoloop TPU tubes hold up extremely well when used as intended, but they reward sensible tyre choice and pressure.

You can explore the full Revoloop range available in Australia through Bspoke Velo, where each tube is selected for a specific use case rather than catalog completeness.

Final word: Revoloop tubes aren’t about gimmicks. They’re about removing unnecessary weight and friction from a bike that’s already well set up. Choose the right one, and it’s an upgrade you’ll feel every ride — not just on the scale.

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