Originally Posted by fauxtoes
Are patch kits quick fixes only, or can I expect a patched tube to last a while? I'm picking up a lot of glass shards, and I don't want to have to spend 10-20 bucks a week on new tubes!
They'll last forever if done right. Get the kind with glue, not the glueless kind, and follow the instructions. If you're getting that many flats, you probably need to get kevlar belt tires or tire liners.