Latex is more porous and gas permeable meaning that a tire with a latex tube should be checked before every ride, to make sure that it has retained your desired pressure.
Installation of a latex tube is also not so easy and can be tricky for the inexperienced hand. It can be more prone to pinch flats if not installed properly. The suppleness of latex means it can find its way into the smallest of cracks and holes and push itself in between and pinch. Latex is also somewhat sticky, which is why it comes with a coating of talcum powder to help it slide.
In case the talcum came off and you found that the inner tube were sticky, you could add a little coating of talcum powder to eliminate this stickiness, which otherwise wouldn’t make it easy for you to slide it smoothly and seat it properly. When seated correctly in its cone, the latex inner tube can be extremely strong, reliable and a great added benefit to your ride.
A latex tube is also known to be somewhat delicate and susceptible to greasers and degreasers, ammonia and solvents, direct prolonged sunshine and high heat, all which may contribute to damaging its properties. These agents, light and heat must be avoided as much as possible.
Now that you know of its great advantages and have taken the additional precautions and care, you’ll certainly feel the difference, enjoy your ride and ride longer!