I don't know if my tires have any kevlar. They are called "Kenda Small Block Eight 700X35". Since I am brand new to cycling, I wonder if I just should take the bike to the LBS and ask him to replace the tire, and to tell me what was the cause. I have actually posted another thread about whether to change those tires to a thinner and smoother ones. Maybe this is an indication that it is the time, although I am wondering whether it would be a good time since winter is starting with rains and later snow.
Originally Posted by
GeorgeBMac
It's good to find out the cause -- even if you have the LBS change it.
If it was a puncture, you could look at the tires for wear and puncture protection. Some tires come with puncture protection such as Kevlar or Aramid belts. Or you can use tire liners. In any case, whatever punctured the tube may still be in the tire waiting to stick another tube.
If it was a pinch flat, consider increasing your tire pressure.
If the puncture came from inside it may be from a spoke or bad rim strip.
Otherwise, just blame the gremlins and keep riding.
But, I really try to avoid flats as I do not relish the consequences of mechanical failure in the rain and cold when I'm 10 or 15 miles from my car.