Weird Gear 6: $1 Tire Patch
September 3rd, 2008 BlowSnow
I’d heard of this working, but having never seen it, I wasn’t a believer. This weekend I was MADE a believer when 20 miles into a 35 mile epic, a buddy tore a nice gash in his tire. I was ready to expose this Sasquatch in the Freezer scam, once and for all. Surprisingly, it worked great.
When you replace your tube, fold a bill into thirds, and place between sidewall and tube. Any denomination works, we actually used a $20…. which reminds me I need to get that back from him.
It held up great. We rode the last 15 rocky miles with no problems. I’ve learned my lesson. Now I won’t leave for a ride without a $1 folded up in my spare tube.
Entry Filed under: Blow Snow Commentary, General, Mt Biking, Oddities
4 Comments Add your own
1. Jmac | September 3rd, 2008
Nice. I will have to remember this on my next long ride. Anyone got a dollar I can borrow?
2. bart | September 3rd, 2008
that is crazy! but it actually makes sense. good to know it works!
3. tip | September 4th, 2008
i’ve never heard of this. does it work with paper money from any country…………?
4. wkumtrider | September 4th, 2008
Reminds me of the ghetto tubeless tires
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