Flat tire

[cycle_chick]

Ok, this may be a really stupid question but...I have a big tack in my tire and I am afraid to take it out because I am pretty sure it punctured through. Will the tire sealent stuff work on that? If so what should I use and if not, do I have to buy a brand new tire or do you think my warrenty will cover it (since I have only had the damn thing for two months now)????
-Sandahl

[greenFUGU]

it should cover it if u had all those extra bullcrap warranties and stuff. if not than... i dunno sounds like the the sealent stuff might work.

[GPTECHMAN]

sandahl is there an inner tube? maybe you will just have to replace that

[dre_2k2_f4i]

I doubt warranty would cover it since it's not an actual defect. But maybe if you're nice to the dealer he'll cut you a deal.

As Sean said: if it's an innertube type tire, just patch the innertube (or replace it). Otherwise, just patch the hole the tack made from the inside and you'll be good to go.

[Cyanide41]

I would not pull it out either. I also would not use sealant. It makes a mess and I have heard it degrades the integrity of your tire over time. I would take the bike to the nearist shop anhave it plugged. I wouldn't trust a plug for serious riding but for commuting or crusing I wouldn't worry about it.

[cycle_chick]

I don't know if it has an inner tube, how do I tell?
-S

[deno]

think you might just need to replace it. :(

don't think that bike runs an inner tube. could be wrong though.

[cbrsmurf]

what model and make tire do you have?

[cycle_chick]

Dunlop D251F Radial