Do you conceal carry... Tire plugs?

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Lt_Scout

Discussion Starter · 18 d ago

Yeah that was a click bait title... I'm Canadian, not lawful to conceal carry...

Do you guys carry tire plugs? I used to keep them on hand when I rode the ATV. Is there anything special about an ADV plug kit? I'm thinking the typical black glued-up cord you push through with a T-handle. Then have a 12V mini compressor for the inflation. I want to add this to my kit bag. Any thoughts on this, any tips?

Here's a pic from last weeks trip into Harrison Lake BC, no problem keeping up with those full size ADV bikes!

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· #2 · 18 d ago

I have a DynaPlug kit permanently living under the saddle, used it twice, loves it will not leave home without it.

One thing, if your bike find a nice screw on the road... you'll need a tool to take it out. I carry (also concealed under the saddle) a multi-tool with pliers.

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Rick92040

· #3 · 18 d ago

I carry a tire plug kit with me at all times. The sticky worms are the best.

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Krons

· #4 · 18 d ago

If a rider has lots of patience, a compact bicycle pump can store in a small space.

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jpel

· #5 · 18 d ago

Yup! Keep the basic tire plugging kit under the seat. Ya never know when youmigh need it. I personally use the rope type plugs and have always had excellent results. I have used the repaired tires for their entire life.
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PerazziMx14

· #6 · 18 d ago

Yes, actually several types.

Tire worms and glue
Stop-n-go mushroom plugs
Dyna-plugs
Dynaplug 12v tire pumps.
On our summer trip I'll also throw in a couple internal tire plugs. Again light small and better have them and not need them than need them and not have them

I used to only carry one type of tire plug but over the years several great deals have come up on used stop-n-go kits so I bought them and added them to the kit. Tire punctures are probably the #1 failure you will encounter while out riding. Having the plugs to patch and the means to top it up with air is a no brainer. Why let a 15 minutes repair ruin your whole day. A tire plug kit and pump can be assembled inexpensively and depending on what you get will weigh about a pound and pack down to the size of you fist. Tire plugs and pums are farmore important to carry than all the other tools you have on the bike.

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Wellcraft

· #7 · 18 d ago

I carry rope plugs and a small compressor on multi day trips for sure, sometimes on local trips but not often. Nothing worse than being stuck on the side of the road with a flat far from home so a tire repair kit is a must.

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Rick92040

· #8 · 18 d ago

I forgot about the tire compressor. I carry the one Aerostich sells. Small, lightweight and does the job. Keep the bike running when your using it. I also carry a small pair of wire cutters to get the nail out and a razor blade. https://www.aerostich.com/repair/tire-repair/pumps-air-compressors/aerostich-mini-compressor.html

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MichaelM

· #9 · 18 d ago

While there are literally dozens of inflators choose from, I settled on this one and carry it all the time (along with a couple of repair kits, including Nealey and Slime):

https://a.co/d/4VRn28B

It’s worked well for me just topping off the pressure; haven’t tried it yet on a full inflate, but I imagine it’s up to the task.

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bmwbob51

· #10 · 18 d ago

After 500K plus miles and trying about every tire patching option out there only one has met my expectations! Nealey tire repair and portable pump!

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virkdoc

· #11 · 18 d ago

Rope plugs and the compressor always in the tool box mounted on the side

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bellamacchina427

· #12 · 18 d ago (Edited)

Repair kit ( tire worms/glue type) with an extra set of CO2 cartridges to inflate the tire always on board.

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Kyriazi Freres

· #13 · 17 d ago

bmwbob51 said:
After 500K plus miles and trying about every tire patching option out there only one has met my expectations! Nealey tire repair and portable pump!

I'll second that Nealy kit.

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Hogges

· #14 · 17 d ago

I “cc” a tire plug kit 100% of the time. Concealed in a “Possibles Bag” from Giant Loop which fits on the side of the frame underneath the seat. This way it’s with me even if my side cases aren’t. This small bag is big enough for a tire plug kit, a small compressor, a CO inflator (the idea being that it may set the bead if the compressor fails, never needed it), regular rope style plugs which I switch out every couple of years to keep them fresh, extra adhesive, tire valve, wire, a multimeter, luggage net and a long metal buckled strap.

I had to plug tires twice, once for a buddy, once for myself. In both cases we’d have been there until the cows come home without self-reliance.

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Lt_Scout

Discussion Starter · #15 · 17 d ago

MichaelM said:
While there are literally dozens of inflators choose from, I settled on this one and carry it all the time (along with a couple of repair kits, including Nealey and Slime):

https://a.co/d/4VRn28B

It’s worked well for me just topping off the pressure; haven’t tried it yet on a full inflate, but I imagine it’s up to the task.

I like this one, good price right now on Amazon, I'm going to try it also

Lt_Scout

Discussion Starter · #16 · 17 d ago

Yeah some great advice here, thanks guys. I'm going to carry a tire kit all the time

Rick92040

· #17 · 17 d ago

MichaelM said:
While there are literally dozens of inflators choose from, I settled on this one and carry it all the time (along with a couple of repair kits, including Nealey and Slime):

https://a.co/d/4VRn28B

It’s worked well for me just topping off the pressure; haven’t tried it yet on a full inflate, but I imagine it’s up to the task.

I tested one just like this before my trip to Alaska. It works very well but it's heavy and a bit bulky. It does come in handy around the house when I just want to top off my tires and I like that you can set the pressure to stop at. However when I pack for a log trip every ounce matters.
The problem with Co2 units is you need several and they take up as much room as the small pump with a limited amount of air. Sometimes it can take a lot of air to find a hole.

RuckedUp

· #18 · 16 d ago

Krons said:
If a rider has lots of patience, a compact bicycle pump can store in a small space.

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virkdoc

· #19 · 16 d ago

When we tour the Himalayas we usually carry two pumps....one like I said always in my tool box....its made by SLIME. Has held up well. Another is a portable rechargeable pump made by a company called Mi....somewhat similar to what @MichaelM posted above.
Ive heard good things about the Best Rest Pump but none of us have that. I did order one in the recent sale he had but its still enjoying California at my cousins place.

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Using a portable pump BMW R1200GSA in Hanle!!

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MichaelM

· #20 · 16 d ago

Rick92040 said:
I tested one just like this before my trip to Alaska. It works very well but it's heavy and a bit bulky. It does come in handy around the house when I just want to top off my tires and I like that you can set the pressure to stop at. However when I pack for a log trip every ounce matters.
The problem with Co2 units is you need several and they take up as much room as the small pump with a limited amount of air. Sometimes it can take a lot of air to find a hole.

Good point, Rick. I’m going to add my compact bike pump to the kit.

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