I have a flat tire on my bike. I think I ran over glass. Do I need to get a whole new tire or just the tube

Question

Do I need to get a whole new tire or just the innertube?

Answer 1

just a tube should be fine, but check the tire for residual glass and splits before putting in the new tube, or it may puncture the tube again. Also, the tubes are repairable, you may not need a new one. You can buy a repair kit from any cycle store or Walmart, etc.

Answer 2

Just the tube, but make sure you check the inside of the tire for little pieces capable of popping your new tube.

Answer 3

All you need is a new tube , but before you install it make sure the glass or whatever punctured it is removed from the tire.

Answer 4

It is likely that you only need a new tube, or at the very least need to patch the tube. Patching the tube is more cost effective than buying a new tube, and a good patch job works as well as a new tube.

You will only need a new tire if the glass has sliced the the tire's casing instead of only puncturing it. Check the inside of the tire for any cut that allows daylight to pass through, if you see daylight you may need a new tire. Also, if you see the newly placed tube "bubble gumming" out of the tire, you will need a new one. In an emergency situation you can place a boot (like a dollar bill) between the tube and the tire to prevent it from bubbling out.

Answer 5

just the tube but they might just be able to put a new patch rubber on