Taking Care of the Unexpected 135
Taking Care of the Unexpected
How you handle a flat tire on the trail depends
on how serious the tube or tire damage is, and
what tools and supplies you have with you.
If you have a slow leak or a minor puncture,
there are two ways to try making a temporary
repair:
• Use an aerosol tire sealer to seal the puncture
and inflate the tube. (This can be done
without removing the tire or wheel.)
• Use a tube patch kit to repair the puncture.
(This requires removing the tire.)
If the leak is more serious, or a temporary
repair doesn’t hold, the tube must be replaced.
The tire will also need to be replaced if it is
damaged (page 101). Replacing a tube or tire
involves removing and re-installing the wheel
(pages 94, 96).
(cont’d)
If You Have a Flat Tire
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