Originally Posted by slowandsteady
The problem with patch kits is that they can only fix pin holes, not tubes torn at the seams. So, that means you not only have to carry the patch kit, but extra tubes as well. Pretty soon the bag is pretty chock full of stuff. Also, in my experience with other inflatables such as pool toys and matresses, patch kits just don't work very well and they are messy.
vinyl and rubber are two different things. have you ever patched a tube before? it sounds like you haven't. how often do your tubes get "torn at the seams"?