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bicycle puncture repair

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  • 03-06-2017 8:20am
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    d.kevin36
    Registered Users Posts: 1 ✭


    has anyone came across this problem
    got a puncture yesterday had plenty of patches but only enough
    solution for one repair two repair kits no solution looking for large tube of same
    anyone know where i might find?


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    iwillhtfu
    Registered Users Posts: 6,372 ✭✭✭iwillhtfu


    Pick up one of the park tool patch kits they're very handy when out on the bike. Also carry a second tube, tape it to the frame or up under the saddle if you don't have anywhere to carry it.

    https://www.sigmasport.co.uk/item/Park-Tool/GP2-Super-Patch-Kit/RH?&co=IRL&cu=EUR&glCountry=IE&gclid=CjwKEAjwvMnJBRCO2NSu-Puc6AUSJAAf-OSU4cDBSPHc_lPnLHR-2VNFVd6cIbT-6lvs0G--EP0vaRoCnZbw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds


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    cython
    Registered Users Posts: 4,769 ✭✭✭cython


    Also if you have a shortage of solution, and an excess of patches, pick up one or two of the Rema Tip Top repair kits - generally have at least half the tube of solution left over from the kit when all the patches are gone!


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    Qreq
    Registered Users Posts: 157 ✭✭Qreq


    This doesn't answer your question, but you might like to consider it. After getting a puncture on a long commute, I got tyres with thicker rubber (Schwalbe Marathon Plus) so that small sharp things don't penetrate through to the inner tube. The downside is extra weight. I haven't had a puncture since switching.


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    Wishbone Ash
    Registered Users Posts: 24,995 ✭✭✭✭Wishbone Ash


    d.kevin36 wrote: »
    has anyone came across this problem
    got a puncture yesterday had plenty of patches but only enough
    solution for one repair two repair kits no solution looking for large tube of same
    anyone know where i might find?
    You may be using too much solution - only a very small amount is required.

    As has been said, bring a couple of spare tubes on a ride. I only resort patches if I get more than two punctures.

    (If you buy the tubes in bulk they work out at only a few Euros each and probably cheaper than buying repair kits).


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    Masala
    Registered Users Posts: 3,492 ✭✭✭Masala


    I always carry 2 tubes....one in saddle pouch anf one in jersey. Both wrapped in tape to keep together if wet. Messing with patches seems a lot of work!!!


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    Wishbone Ash
    Registered Users Posts: 24,995 ✭✭✭✭Wishbone Ash


    Masala wrote: »
    ... Both wrapped in tape to keep together if wet...
    I use cling film - does a great job of keeping them neat and tidy.


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    Masala
    Registered Users Posts: 3,492 ✭✭✭Masala


    Wishbone Ash wrote: »
    I use cling film - does a great job of keeping them neat and tidy.

    Good tip!!!! Will dump the tape next time!


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    tomasrojo
    Registered Users Posts: 11,769 ✭✭✭✭tomasrojo


    I bought a large-ish tube of vulcanising solution (15g) for €3.95 in a local shop. Might have been in Joe Daly's. I bought a roll of patch material from Dara in Bee Cycles, and I cut out my own patches. They don't look as nice, as they have no feathering at the edge, but they work fine. So you can get a superfluity of patching materials for less than €10. Enough for years and years (except that the solution eventually dries out).

    I am an incorrigible skinflint.


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