Tannus bike tires are designed to never go flat

Cyclists, rejoice! Here's an airless bicycle tire that will never go flat. That means: no punctures, no need to worry about road quality, and no need to carry an air pump... just ride.

"Applied with cutting edge polymer technology, Tannus TIRE never goes flat and be made with diverse and clear colors. It is distinctly different from any of the anti-puncture tires of the past and is secured with great driving function, comfort, lightness, safety and durability. The various colors are another result of the use of the advanced materials, and you are able to enjoy the choice of colors that is in contrast with the existing unclear colors of rubber tires."

[h/t: Bless This Stuff]

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