What is Flat Tyre? A flat tyre is a flattening tyre which can cause the wheel ride on the rim and tyre tread. It can result in irreparable damage to the tyre and cause loss control of the bicycle.
With good riding technique and knowledge, flat tyre is avoidable. Anyone who rides a bicycle should be prepared to prevent a flat tyre.
Avoidance
Many flats are avoidable but some are not. Stay alert at all times. Watch out for potholes, thorns, glass slivers or anything that could potentially makes your tyre puncture. Always keep a lookout for obstacles in your paths and plan your move ahead to prevent any crash.
Types of flats
- Punctures happen when sharp object poke a hole through the tyre and into the tube. Punctures maybe caused by running over thorns, nails, or small sharp object
- Cuts result from hitting sharp edge of stones or glass slivers. Cuts are not repairable if it’s deep and wide enough.
- Tyre blowouts occurred due to over inflating the tyre, a long cut or overheat rim.
Tyre Repair and Prevention
Continuing to ride may damage the wheel, the hub or other parts of the bicycle. Not to worry, this can be avoided by using TireCare Preventive Sealant. And it is able to fix punctures in seconds.
TireCare Preventive Sealant is the easiest to use and practical solutions for all cyclists. TireCare Sealant is applicable for tube, tubeless and tubular tyres.