Member - Peter replied:

CamYou didn't say if you are using split rims or not. If not it would be areally good idea to have aN R&R Beadbreaker or something similar to help get the tyre off the rim when they need changing.
makes the job a thousand times easier - Peter

Member - Mal replied:

Cam, in my opinion if the hole is too big for plugging it is a good idea to patch the tyre before you put a tube in as the rough edges of the hole or the steel wire that may have been pushed through can abrade the tube and there you go again.Don't forget some talcum powder to rub over the patch to neutralize the adhesive around the patch. Mal.

MikeS replied:

Cam

I have found that a rubber mallet is handy on occasion, but not essential. Otherwise the kit you have mentioned should be OK so long as you knowhow to use it (practice at home).

As with other recreational activities lubrication can make the job a lot easier. Perhaps I had better be more specific. When moving the bead off or back onto the rim, you can avoid damaging the bead by using soap or dishwashing liquid to lubricate the rubber. I have seen people tear the crap out of the bead through lack of lubrication and applying too much force as a consequence. I don't even need to mention to make sure of course that the soap isn't washed off in the next water crossing. Presumably you will already have soap in your other gear.

Have fun and hope you never need this stuff.

MikeS (not Mick)

Rob replied:

Part of our survival kit

Tyre Repair Kit

„« air pump
„« bead breaker
„« chalk
„« detergent
„« emery
„« glue
„« ground sheet
„« hole repair kit
„« jacking base plate
„« metho
„« patches
„« ratchet strap
„« roller
„« rubber mallet
„« tyre gauge
„« tyre levers
„« tube
„« valve stems
„« valve tool