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Tubeless Mountain Bike Tire Sealant Alternative [Cartoon]

Better than the alternative, but far from perfect.

By Jeff Barber
April 24, 2020 Last Updated: August 12, 2024

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Every bottle of sealant should probably come with a set of tire plugs, no?

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Jeff Barber

Jeff Barber has been mountain biking since 1992 and has tested hundreds of mountain bikes and components. He is the co-founder of Singletracks and serves as Editor in Chief. Contact him at [email protected].

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C-Lo Kentucky // 2014
May 15, 2020

I have heard people say this but I have not experienced it yet. The only puncture I had that would not seal is when a 3" nail when through my tread and out the side wall. I have used two different brands and have had much success with both.

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SiBike05 California // 2017
Apr 24, 2020

I agree except for orange sealant... Which actually works...

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First published April 24, 2020 @ 3:58:00