Just put a new set of tires and tubes on. Picked up a nail first ride, new tube or patch?

 

I'm inclined to put in a new tube, patch the other and test it. When I know it's good, I'll deflate it and carry it as my spare.
At least you didn't pinch it on install. I did that last go round...couldn't believe I did that...luckily I had a new tube for that very rare moment. Nothing like changing the same tire twice, lol.

 

Patches are pretty tuff, I ran with patches for years without any problem.

 

I have pinched them on install too, frustrating. My dilemna is the tube on hand is a bikemaster, thin and cheap. It has 3000 miles on it. The new one is a Michelin Ultra Heavy-Duty tube that I think might be better even with a patch. Also the bikemaster folds up smaller and is lighter for carrying with me on the trail for emergencies.

 

Well, you have your answer. Carrying the lighter tube is a good idea.
I love patches, I'm just impatient, that's all.

 

I ges I just needed reinforcement on my thoughts. Now I have someone besides myself to blame if I get a flat at 70mph on the road to work because of a patch. ")

 

> lighter for carrying with me on the trail for emergencies

Might want to consider Tubliss if you have not already done so

TUbliss Motorcycle Dirt Bike Traction Tires Tubeless

My quick take: I like the low pressure, sealant for small punctures, and the fact that I can stick in a tire plug without removing the wheel. Basically you move away from 1920s tubes to 1960s tubeless technology.

 

Thanks, will look into tubliss option for the future.