Originally Posted by
DnvrFox
tire levers to aid in removing and replacing the tire, although some of us get so much practice that we do it without levers, and it also depends on the type of tire - some are very easy, some are difficult.
An understanding on how to mount a tire without pinching the tube
Some stickon patches, as there will be times when you run out of tubes.
Personally, I don't use CO2, but instead a frame pump. Either works, CO2 cartridges run out, frame pumps don't.
Some folks use a ball of cotton to wipe the inside of the tube to find the - sometimes hidden - sticker or other cause of the flat. If not removed, it will flat again. It can be a tiny wire from a radial tire, also.
I'm sure you will get more suggestions.
I agree with Denver here, CO2 runs out, the only time a pump will quit moving air is when you quit moving air, and then it doesn't really matter whether you fix the flat or not.
If you do want to carry CO2 remember that you need to carry more cartridges then tubes, and you need an inflator. Probably the best idea for an inflator is the Topeak Two Timer, which is an inflator and pump in one, so when you find the cartridge is no good, or you don't get it installed properly and all the CO2 goes off in space, you can still pump. I haven't tried one of these, but it looks like a good idea....