Use plugs sized for your road, gravel, or MTB tire volume.
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Tubeless Repair Kit Guide
A tubeless repair kit is the small set of parts that gets a leaking tire sealed, reinflated, or converted to a tube when the puncture is too big.
Core kit pieces
Still needed for casing cuts, valve failures, and tape problems.
Carry a pump or CO2 setup you have tested before the ride.
A valve core tool and spare core solve many small failures.
Use smaller plugs and be careful not to enlarge a small puncture more than needed.
Carry mixed plug sizes. Rough routes can create holes too large for tiny plugs.
Wide tires may need thicker plugs or multiple plugs for larger punctures.
Fresh sealant solves many leaks before a plug is needed. Dry sealant makes every repair harder.
Repair workflow
- Find leak: rotate it low so sealant reaches it.
- Wait briefly: let sealant try before plugging.
- Insert plug: avoid making the hole bigger.
- Reinflate: check bead and casing before riding.
- Ride gently: recheck pressure after a few minutes.
When a plug is not enough
Use a tube if the casing is sliced, bead is damaged, valve fails, rim tape leaks, or the tire will not hold air after plugging.
Pressure after repair
Do not return immediately to your lowest normal pressure. Add enough support to protect the rim and casing, especially after sealant loss.