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Posted by: Steve B on 01 August 2004
Just fixed my first puncture today. Luckily I was at home when the tyre deflated ('cos that's when I pulled the thorn out).
Anyone know if the self repairing inner tubes are any good? Fixing a rear puncture would be a hassle and quite messy out on the road I'd imagine.
Steve B
Posted on: 01 August 2004 by John Sheridan
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Anyone know if the self repairing inner tubes are any good? Fixing a rear puncture would be a hassle and quite messy out on the road I'd imagine.
Steve B
not that much hassle with a bit of practice (or you could just replace the tube like the rest of us lazy folk). However, if you don't want punctures then you should invest in a set of armadillos or similar.
Posted on: 01 August 2004 by Tim Jones
Ah, well, there is stuff called 'Slime' (TM) that you fill your inner tubes with, so as to make them (theoretically) self-sealing. Can't remember who makes it.
But it's a pain. I'd rather fix the occasional puncture (and you get used to/better at it with time) than mess around.
Tim
Posted on: 01 August 2004 by 7V
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Originally posted by Tim Jones:
Ah, well, there is stuff called 'Slime' (TM) that you fill your inner tubes with, so as to make them (theoretically) self-sealing. Can't remember who makes it.
We've got one of those trendy three wheel push-chairs (ideal when you go out jogging with the baby
) and we were getting punctures every two or three outings (cheap tyres I suppose).
Anyway, we used the 'Slime' stuff and it works quite well. It's not too much hassle if you follow the instructions. You can buy it in Halfords.
Steve Margolis
defy convention - make musicPosted on: 01 August 2004 by Steve B
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However, if you don't want punctures then you should invest in a set of armadillos or similar.
John,
What are armadillos?
Steve B
Posted on: 01 August 2004 by glenda
Posted on: 01 August 2004 by ErikL
Mr. B,
I recommend carrying a spare tube, and repairing any blown tube once you return home. This is the low stress way.
Posted on: 02 August 2004 by Steve B
I've just fitted the self healing tubes. I'll still carry a spare though just in case.
Those tyres look interesting - thanks Glenda. I'll wait until my current ones wear out though. I don't want this cycling hobby to become an expensive one. (One expensive hobby is enough for me).
Steve B
