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Tyre protection that is.
I've just written off a Racing Ralph by getting a puncture right on the rim.
What options are there out there that aren't an absolute pain in the arse to install and not too heavy?
Heavier duty sidewalls and higher pressures first.
I run a Panzer which was easy to fit with a DHR2. Son has Cushcore with DHR2 and it’s slightly harder but still manageable with a normal tyre lever.
If it’s the first time, just plug it or patch it and crack on. Worst case, for a big tear - sew it up with dental floss and stick a patch on the inside.
if you’re a serial pinch flatter, then I’ve used Rimpact successfully, although generally I prefer the feel of a tougher/stiffer carcass than a lighter one with an insert.
Whenever I puncture a tubeless tyre it seems to be right on the bread and I've never had any luck repairing it, with either an internal patch or bacon strip
Whenever I puncture a tubeless tyre it seems to be right on the bread and I've never had any luck repairing it, with either an internal patch or bacon strip
I have successfully used one of those mushroom type patches (the ones with the wire you pull through the hole) on a pinch at the bead. Just trimmed off the excess that hung over the edge. It was a double down DHR2 but I'd hope it would work on a lighter tyre too. Bacon strip had no chance, I ran a tube on the day of the puncture and sorted the patch once home
I've dynaplugged pinch flats with success more times than i've failed.... I think most of my rear tyres have them in. Have also got a bacon strip to work.
If it's happening more than once, it might be worth looking at tyre pressure and tyre choice before adding anything else. A tougher tyre casing can help reduce the chances of damage from hard impacts. Repairs near the bead can be difficult, though some people do have success with patches or plugs depending on the size and location of the puncture.
I'd probably start with the simple stuff first and see if that makes a difference before investing in inserts.
I'll have another look at the weeknd to see if I can get a patch on it somehow - have bought some Leyzne mushroom plugs so hopefully they'll sort it.
With normal size pinches, I've never had a repair fail after just cleaning it up and then splatching on a standard vulcanising-glue innertube patch from the inside. I try and get a little "glue" into the hole too but whether that matters or not i have no clue, it just sort of feels good. Doesn't really work on a bigger cut though, because the patch has no real strength to it- if the cut wants to open up, it still will, you need the tyre to still want to be tyre shaped so that all you're actually fitting is the air leak, and the air pressure holds it on rather than trying to blow it off.
Mushrooms can work but it's pretty specific imo.
Also IMO the answer is pretty much always a slightly tougher tyre or a bit more air. Inserts can save a rim and will stop some snakebites but if the tyre's overall too weak it won't stop sidewall cuts etc. Ralph comes in various flavours.
I had some old Hutchinson tubless patches which worked - then it turned out there was another hole...
& I fixed that one with a mushroom patch.
Tyre has gone up fine & has survived the first ride. So I am calling that a win.
Whenever I puncture a tubeless tyre it seems to be right on the bread and I've never had any luck repairing it, with either an internal patch or bacon strip
I have successfully used one of those mushroom type...
Now we're talking; a breakfast sarnie.
Don't make a hash of it.
Is the frame an eggs-L?
First day out with new bike I managed to puncture the Maxxis DHR Double Down on my second run.
Doubt any inserts would have saved me
Fortunately a big salami/worm thing saved me. Didn't fancy buying a DH casing Agessai for the rear.
Went out again last night & did exactly the same thing on my front tyre 🤣 🤣
This time I managed to nurse it home, & managed to get it to seal...
