Got a nail in the back tyre yesterday, luckily it's fairly well worn and due for replacement in Spring anyway. I carry a can of the sealant stuff in case of emergency but didn't have to use it as I didnt find it until I washed the bike off later.
It is in the main tread not the sidewall, the nail is all the way through, air is leaking out and I haven't pulled the nail out yet.
I was thinking of plugging it with one of the Repair Kits you can get because.........
A- I can get some practice on a fairly duff tyre in the comfort of my garage then I will have an idea how to do it if it ever happens out on the road.
B. I've just read Jonah's post on possible cheaper 020's which I'll be after so would ride it plugged for a short time while waiting for the result.
I've seen step by step photos of how to do it at various times in the mags and have a vague idea what to do but has anyone ever done it themselves?? SUCCESS or FAILURE and anything to particularly watch for .