Punctures

[HLaB]

If the p'tures are on the tread/ walls its probably just luck or cr@p tyres on the new bike. If the p'tures are on the rim side its probably and incorrectly set up ne wheel (dodgy rim tape) or you're not putting enough air in (two holes on the rim side)

 

[Cuchilo]

Some say, a 13 second KoM is not an achievement, I say they obviously don't know what they are talking about.

You are all welcome to have a pop at it and get back to me

 

[Chris2014]

Had a look at the tyres, and saw no obvious causes, now got 2 new slime inner tubes fitted. Now looking for 2 good 26 x 1.75 tyres with good grip for all types of surfaces and as puncture resistant as possible - any ideas?

 

[Kestevan]

Had a look at the tyres, and saw no obvious causes, now got 2 new slime inner tubes fitted. Now looking for 2 good 26 x 1.75 tyres with good grip for all types of surfaces and as puncture resistant as possible - any ideas?

Schwalbe marathon or marathon plus.. As near to puncture proof as any pneumatic tyre gets.

 

[Chris2014]

Thank you. Would you say either one is just as good as the other?

 

[mjr]

Both are good. Marathon plus have armoured sides as well as Marathon's armoured tread, but are consequently heavier and more expensive. Which you think best will depend on if you are scared enough of punctures to suffer the weight and expense of plus. Personally, I ride Marathon or even the next level down.