Alright, well thanks everyone. I went a bought the rim tape, the patch kit, and the lube.. and now my bike is purring. I just took it on an exhilarating night ride.

New problem though, the cog and lockring keep slipping. I've heard JB weld mentioned, so I might have to give that a try as soon as I can get some. Any other suggestions?


Oh, and I would like to apologize to my bike for ever doubting it. After browsing fgg I've decided that though my bike may not be as sexy as many, it's not as shoddy as some of them either. I'll post pics if I can.