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Checking the tyres

Spotting cuts, bulges and wear early prevents sudden flats.

This guide is compiled from manufacturer manuals and well-known bike care sources; it has not been reviewed by a mechanic. You can confirm the information with reliable sources and with our store. When in doubt about safety, don’t ride.

When?

  • After a road with glass or stones
  • A flattened tread
  • Cracks on the sidewall

How?

  1. Turn the wheel slowly and look all around the tyre.
  2. Note any glass or thorns; if deep, don’t pull them out.

What does it depend on?

How often depends on how much and where you ride, the weather, the component and the manufacturer’s instructions. Instead of a fixed schedule, look for the signs above.

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