Joined: Jul 2015
Posts: 7,157
Likes: 3,102
From: NW Oregon
Bikes: 1982 Trek 930R Custom, '91 Diamondback Ascent w/ XT, XTR updates, Fuji Team Pro CF road flyer, Specialized Sirrus Gravel Convert, '09 Comencal Meta 5.5 XC, '02 Marin MBX500, '84 Gitane Criterium bike
if it's a front tire, put it on the rear... front flats can cause more serious injuries...
i agree with the "plugs are temporary" concept.
and i toss out tubes that need a third patch.
two is cool, three ain't for me.
as to the possibility of damaged cords... watch for ANY cord creep allowing a bulge in the tire... frequently check for any sign, like every time you dismount.