Bicycles Asked by strox on May 31, 2021
I have received a hand-down bike from a friend that had a punctured inner tube which I have since patched, however during my fix I noticed that the tyre is not in the best condition when looking at the sidewall, and would like to know if the tyre is dire need of a replacement.
Thanks in advance for any response!
Yes, you do need to replace the tyre. It can burst any time. You just leave the bike somewhere, hear a loud bang and that's it. If you are lucky. If you are unlucky, it happens when you are riding it and you crash because the bike is no longer controllable.
Correct answer by Vladimir F on May 31, 2021
Yes replace that tire (if not both) immediately. This is called dry rot. Dry rot is caused by sunlight exposure, and ozone.
Answered by hb.iv on May 31, 2021
If that was my rear tire, but I still had to ride a few miles to get home, I'd ride it as long as it lasts. I'm talking about easy, slow, flat miles on a paved road. Not screaming mountain descents or anything challenging.
If that was my front tire, I would walk home.
Either way, it goes in the trash as soon as I get home.
Answered by Mohair on May 31, 2021
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