About 15 miles into my commute I heard the sickening pop and hiss of a rapidly deflating tire. Pretty bad gash, about an inch long. Thanks to advice I found on this forum, I bought some Park tire boots a couple of months ago. Easy to install. I kept the tire pressure low just in case.

I made it to work, but not too keen on using it for the 19 mile ride home. I'll try to pick up a new tire at lunch, but I doubt I'm going to find my preferred Pasela in 27x1-1/4 locally. Downside of commuting on a C&V bike.

If you don't already carry them, get yourself some tire boots. Cheap insurance - mine saved me from a four mile walk, or having to call the office for a rescue.

- John

You know what would be a CRAZY awesome service? LBS part delivery, like they have for auto parts.

You know, it's funny you should mention that. I am planning to ask about that when the LBS opens. It's worth a shot. But shouldn't they have to ride it over on a bike?

Congrats! Tire boots, or just a mini roll of duct tape, are a handy thing to have.

Exactly! Just have them put a minimum or delivery fee or somesuch and BAM. AAA for bikes.

No dice on the delivery. LBS told me they would have done it but didn't have enough staff on hand. I borrowed a car mid-day because I didn't have time to ride over after work. Couldn't buy a Pasela locally but did get a cheap Kenda gumwall. It got me home with no problem and I expect it will last a week or so while I get a replacement for my dearly departed Pasela.

I have a dollar bill in my patch kit for just such a purpose. It's tough enough to work as a boot if you fold it. Even works as currency in an emergency.

I have some duct tape wrapped around my pump.

I like keeping the small mini-roll in my tool pouch to keep it protected from the elements: