Originally Posted by
zankou135
Is there any advice that you guys have for general flat tire prevention? I have a LeMond Etape with Bontrager Select 700x25c tires, and I really don't like changing and patching tubes! I've read about rim tape, tube liners, and more expensive tires with kevlar and whatnot? What is the best way to prevent flats?!
2 things. First keep your eyes open and avoid things that can puncture your tire. Riding in groups sometimes makes this impossible so avoid groups of blind people who don't call out stuff.
Second lots of talc or baby powder in the tire and around the tube help prevent many pinch flats and makes mounting the tire easier.
