So, over the years I learnt what I needed to be ready to solve a flat on the go.
Back then I wasn’t aware of the pre-made kits (or maybe they weren’t even around), so I made mine.
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One glove for the really dirty patrts. I use it also when the chain falls
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one tube because I don’t want to deal with patches and glue while in a hurry
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flat wrench since I don’t have quick realase on my wheels
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a small pump
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the (usual) 3 plastic tools to remove the tire
This is how I wrap it up to keep i compact:
What do you use? Do you carry a kit at all?
You can repair the flat and still walk home.
Why would I do that? I think you missed the point that the puncture forced me to do something I hadn’t planned to do which was ultimately very enjoyable.
Yes. And I’m just pointing out that you can derive the same benefit from a purposeful change in behavior.
You can do it with a flat tire, but you can also do it with a patched one. You don’t need to wait for street trash and a deliberate pack of preparation to stop and smell the flowers.