Tires continuously punctured by wheel.

[Hydrode]

I just don't know what to say, ever since having the problem with the bearings, the tire now punctures every single time I ride out.

I have found that the tire is puncturing on the inner side of the wheel, it could be by some loose spokes or it could be by something stuck inside the wheel under the tape, I also thought it could be the brake pad running into the wheel, I have noticed that last time it was too high, then corrected it and now it's still doing it.

I have noticed that sometimes the puncture is directly on the side of the wheel, and other times the puncture is a little bit more to the side of the tube. i just don't know what to do, every time I ride out I find another puncture, I thought my tires were ruined, but there not, it's the other side.

 

[screenman]

I think maybe a trip to a bike shop would be a good idea.

 

[screenman]

Out of interest, did you ever find where your bearings were going?

 

[Crackle]

Out of interest, did you ever find where your bearings were going?

They're lurking in his rim, popping out and causing punctures when his cadence goes above 130 and the centrifugal forces are great enough to pierce rubber. That's all 3 threads answered. Of course how he gets to 130rpm with no bearings is all down to squats.

 

[lpretro1]

Have seen some cheaper end rims with lots of tiny shards of metal floating about under the rim tape which can cause this problem. just have to take everything apart and get it all cleaned out & start again

 

[Sharky]

Once repaired, does it hold a good pressure overnight?
You could try swapping the inner & outer's with the front wheel and see if the problems transfer to the front or start again on the rear tyres. This might help to determine if it is the tyres or the rims that is causing the problem.

Good luck

 

[screenman]

My advice about a bike shop was genuine, can you imagine what may happen when brakes need fixing.

 

[rockyraccoon]

As lpretro1 suggested You could try by cleaning the inside of the wheel or even replacing the rim tape depending on its condition. it helps to cover the spoke holes and protect the inner tube.

 

[Ajax Bay]

you should stay away from your bike. Don't touch it. Don't ride it. Don't attempt to fix it. Someone will get farking hurt. Get a bus timetable or befriend someone with a car.

 

[Arrowfoot]

OP - Best advice is to find partner or a hobby that will keep you occupied in a meaningful way. Not sure why you find it funny to make the members here run around in circles with their sincere desire to help.

 

[Milkfloat]

Ok, I am lost now.

 

[JPBoothy]

I just don't know what to say, ever since having the problem with the bearings, the tire now punctures every single time I ride out.

I have found that the tire is puncturing on the inner side of the wheel, it could be by some loose spokes or it could be by something stuck inside the wheel under the tape, I also thought it could be the brake pad running into the wheel, I have noticed that last time it was too high, then corrected it and now it's still doing it.

I have noticed that sometimes the puncture is directly on the side of the wheel, and other times the puncture is a little bit more to the side of the tube. i just don't know what to do, every time I ride out I find another puncture, I thought my tires were ruined, but there not, it's the other side.

I had a new wheel on a Giant Hybrid that used to pop tubes regularly. I checked the Spokes, Tyre and Rim Tape but couldn't see anything obviously wrong. I then noticed as I was replacing the tube (again!) that the wheel manufacturers thin crappie plastic rim tape was sliding to the side and revealing the sharp edge of the spoke holes and popping the tubes as they were inflated. I hadn't spotted it because the tape would slide back into place when the tube was flat. I now buy new 'sticky-backed' thicker Fabric rim tape whenever I get a new bike or wheels. This may not be your problem but it's worth a look.

 

[bikingdad90]

Are you pumping your tyres up to high enough PSI or over inflating them.

I would take the tyre off and the rim tape off and then sand down the inside of the rim where it feels rough.

Once that is done put some new rim tape on and put the tyre back on but make sure to check you are not pinching the tube. I do this by pushing the bead slightly to expose the rim all the way round the wheel. I then pump up to max recommended PSI so it seats on the rim. I then let the air out slowly to my preferred

NB if there is a problem with the rim/tyre still it will probably puncture when inflating and you will hear the hiss and be able to locate the problem.

 

[Luddite Joe]

I had a similar problem last year.
Virtually every ride would result in a flat with the puncture on the inside of the tube but in a slightly different position each time.
I could find nothing wrong with the wheel, the spokes, the rim tape or the tyre.
After getting through about 6 tubes and as many patches I tried a different brand of tube and hey presto! problem solved.
I must have bought a dodgy batch of tubes, and thinking all tubes are much the same, thought I'd save some money by buying in bulk online.
Big mistake.
My advice would be try another make of tube and see if the problem persists.