Bicyclist in silhouette
photo from Microsoft clipart

Introduction

Do you ride a bicycle to school, to work, or for recreation? Roads and trails are full of hazards, not only to riders, but also to tires. A flat tire is a risk for bicyclist -- it would at least curtail your ride until it is repaired. Do you know how to fix a flat tire on your bike? If not, or if it has been a while since you fixed a flat bike tire, this tutorial is for you.

After taking this short tutorial, you should know:

  • Some preventative measures against flat tires
  • What tools to have on hand to quickly repair a flat tire
  • How to diagnose the cause and repairability of a deflated tire
  • Steps to patch or replace a tube -- and decide which is needed
  • Steps to return your bike to rideable status
 

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