Flat Tire Kit - Domane AL 3
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Flat Tire Kit - Domane AL 3
A rather recent rider. Bought a Domane AL 3 last year. Any suggestions on what specifically to buy to have on the bike to change a flat tire....ie a specific bike mount pump, a bag (or something) for a spare tire, etc. Thanks
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Are the tires with tubes or tubeless?
You ask about bike mounted pumps, why not carry CO2 inflators?
Have you asked the shop where you bought the bike? At our shop we give a discount at the time of bike purchase on these things as well as offer a lot of free advice. Andy
You ask about bike mounted pumps, why not carry CO2 inflators?
Have you asked the shop where you bought the bike? At our shop we give a discount at the time of bike purchase on these things as well as offer a lot of free advice. Andy
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I carry a Topeak Road Morph G pump, a pair of tire levers, a spare tube and a small patch kit with an unopened tube of vulcanizing fluid. A microfiber cloth to feel inside the tire for sharp objects and to wipe my brow and hands. Unlike a CO2 setup the pump has an inexhaustible supply of air, will accommodate Schrader or Presta valves without adapters and has a usable gauge.
While I only run tires I can mount by hand I carry the levers to ease dismounting and in case my hands are tired or wet.
While I only run tires I can mount by hand I carry the levers to ease dismounting and in case my hands are tired or wet.
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I carry a Topeak Road Morph G pump, a pair of tire levers, a spare tube and a small patch kit with an unopened tube of vulcanizing fluid. A microfiber cloth to feel inside the tire for sharp objects and to wipe my brow and hands. Unlike a CO2 setup the pump has an inexhaustible supply of air, will accommodate Schrader or Presta valves without adapters and has a usable gauge.
While I only run tires I can mount by hand I carry the levers to ease dismounting and in case my hands are tired or wet.
While I only run tires I can mount by hand I carry the levers to ease dismounting and in case my hands are tired or wet.
The microfiber cloth is a good idea. I might add that to my bag.
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- two tire levers
- spare inner tube
- patch kit (in case you are so unlucky as to have two flats on one ride
- CO2 powered inflator
If you are riding much longer distances then some people like a mini-pump and carry two spare tubes and a patch kit.
I would also suggest a small set of hex keys for making adjustments. Some like a multi-tool but I just carry the few tools I need in a zip lock bag
Just today on my daily ride I had to stop and for some un-known reason adjust the limit screw on the front derailer as it would not go down to smaller chainring. I figure dirt got in there. Tomorrow I take it off the bike and do the disassemble, clean, inspect and lube job. My point is that needing a simple adjustment or repair is ALWAYS a surprise and no one expects it. Just be prepared. All you need should fit in one hand.
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If you are riding much longer distances then some people like a mini-pump and carry two spare tubes and a patch kit.
I would also suggest a small set of hex keys for making adjustments. Some like a multi-tool but I just carry the few tools I need in a zip lock bag
Just today on my daily ride I had to stop and for some un-known reason adjust the limit screw on the front derailer as it would not go down to smaller chainring. I figure dirt got in there. Tomorrow I take it off the bike and do the disassemble, clean, inspect and lube job. My point is that needing a simple adjustment or repair is ALWAYS a surprise and no one expects it. Just be prepared. All you need should fit in one hand.
- two tire levers
- spare inner tube
- patch kit (in case you are so unlucky as to have two flats on one ride
- CO2 powered inflator
If you are riding much longer distances then some people like a mini-pump and carry two spare tubes and a patch kit.
I would also suggest a small set of hex keys for making adjustments. Some like a multi-tool but I just carry the few tools I need in a zip lock bag
Just today on my daily ride I had to stop and for some un-known reason adjust the limit screw on the front derailer as it would not go down to smaller chainring. I figure dirt got in there. Tomorrow I take it off the bike and do the disassemble, clean, inspect and lube job. My point is that needing a simple adjustment or repair is ALWAYS a surprise and no one expects it. Just be prepared. All you need should fit in one hand.
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May I suggest to the OP that a repair manual be purchased and looked at from time to time. A good one is Zinn and the Art of Road Bike Maintenance but there are others. This kind of book gives lots of suggestions on what to bring with you on a ride and what tools to have in your home shop. And of course how-to information on repairs and maintenance. I think it is a good idea to practice removing a tire from the wheel at home before you have to do it on the road.
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Good suggestions you can't go wrong with. I like Lezyine products. I have a floor pump at home and carry the type you can stand on to pump up tires on the road. What I especially like is the screw on type valve attachment. https://ride.lezyne.com/collections/...mp-mfdr-v204hp
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I'm a belt-and-suspenders guy so I carry a small mini-pump attached to a bracket under my water bottle cage and a CO2 inflator with at least two 16 gm threaded cartridges. The pump is used to initially inflate the replaced tube to be sure it will hold pressure and that the tire is fully seated. Then the CO2 brings it up to full pressure with out having to fight the pump for 300 strokes. I have a small under saddle bag with two spare tubes, three plastic tire levers, a small multi-tool, spare chain quick link and the above mentioned CO2 setup.
BTW, threaded CO2 cartridges are absurdly expensive if purchased from a bike shop but are more reasonable if purchased in boxes of 10 or more from Amazon or other on-line sellers.
BTW, threaded CO2 cartridges are absurdly expensive if purchased from a bike shop but are more reasonable if purchased in boxes of 10 or more from Amazon or other on-line sellers.
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Thanks...I am in New York..bicycle stores are closed, so whatever I do will be done via online, as I do want to start riding with the better weather to get some escape from being housebound. OK, so I get the jist that bicycle hand pumps are a big chore. I am definitely not into 300 strokes. I will do a little research on the CO2 cartridges to understand what I would need to properly inflate a tube in one of my tires. Thanks again.
I'm a belt-and-suspenders guy so I carry a small mini-pump attached to a bracket under my water bottle cage and a CO2 inflator with at least two 16 gm threaded cartridges. The pump is used to initially inflate the replaced tube to be sure it will hold pressure and that the tire is fully seated. Then the CO2 brings it up to full pressure with out having to fight the pump for 300 strokes. I have a small under saddle bag with two spare tubes, three plastic tire levers, a small multi-tool, spare chain quick link and the above mentioned CO2 setup.
BTW, threaded CO2 cartridges are absurdly expensive if purchased from a bike shop but are more reasonable if purchased in boxes of 10 or more from Amazon or other on-line sellers.
BTW, threaded CO2 cartridges are absurdly expensive if purchased from a bike shop but are more reasonable if purchased in boxes of 10 or more from Amazon or other on-line sellers.
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Thanks...I am in New York..bicycle stores are closed, so whatever I do will be done via online, as I do want to start riding with the better weather to get some escape from being housebound. OK, so I get the jist that bicycle hand pumps are a big chore. I am definitely not into 300 strokes. I will do a little research on the CO2 cartridges to understand what I would need to properly inflate a tube in one of my tires. Thanks again.
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I used a topeak seat bag for ever it seems then I got one on ebay as a second for a second bike called Speedsleev. The is my new favorite bag ever. Getting a second for my second bike and ditching the topeak all together. I am really liking the speedsleev!
I carry a tube, patch kit, I use C02/inflator, a small multi tool, tire levers and tire boot. That is all I carry....all I have ever needed.
I carry a tube, patch kit, I use C02/inflator, a small multi tool, tire levers and tire boot. That is all I carry....all I have ever needed.
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Thanks so much...appreciate everyone's input...learned a couple things (like CO2 cartridges) and will order what I need from the input..
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I use a CHEAP Bell pump & CO2 on the road.
The pump lets me get the beads seated evenly and I put in about 30ish? PSI.
I then top it off with the CO2 without worrying about a crooked bead etc.
Pump is cheap in case of theft.
The pump lets me get the beads seated evenly and I put in about 30ish? PSI.
I then top it off with the CO2 without worrying about a crooked bead etc.
Pump is cheap in case of theft.
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A Lezyne size medium Road Drive only takes about 150 strokes to reach adequate psi on a 28mm tire. It’s really not much work and the pump is so nicely made, it’s a pleasure to use. Lezyne also makes a handy patch kit with self adhesive patches and a small boot.
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You might want to have a look at Sam Tracy's Roadside Bicycle Repair. It's a short overview of the types of things you might need to do on the road and written in a pretty accessible style (if you've ever had a copy of John Muir's How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive, you'll feel right at home).
Like XXLHardrock above, I've had a Lezyne Road Drive for years, and even though I've only had to use it a few times (*knocks wood*), it's done well for 700x25, 700x28, and 700x35. It's also available with an inline pressure gauge, but you'll need to check it against a known pump. Mine reads about 10lbs low. Like others above, I usually carry a tube or two, a patch kit just in case, levers, and a pump. Lots of the places I ride don't have cell reception, so ubering home isn't an option for me. I used to carry CO2, but now that I ride further afield, I like the unlimited supply of air that comes with a pump.
Like XXLHardrock above, I've had a Lezyne Road Drive for years, and even though I've only had to use it a few times (*knocks wood*), it's done well for 700x25, 700x28, and 700x35. It's also available with an inline pressure gauge, but you'll need to check it against a known pump. Mine reads about 10lbs low. Like others above, I usually carry a tube or two, a patch kit just in case, levers, and a pump. Lots of the places I ride don't have cell reception, so ubering home isn't an option for me. I used to carry CO2, but now that I ride further afield, I like the unlimited supply of air that comes with a pump.