Cycling is one of the greatest ways to get around. After getting a bike, you will also have to invest in tools like a bike helmet, a mirror, a pump, and a bike tire repair kit. Of course, these aren't all necessary if you don't ride your bike constantly. But if you do, it's important to be prepared for all sorts of unpredictable situations. And what could be more unpredictable than ending up with a flat tire?
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The 6 Best Bicycle Tire Repair Kit Comparison
Brand | Details |
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 DAWAY A35 Bike Repair Kit | |
 GUSODOR Bicycle Repair Bag | |
 Vibrelli Mini Bike Pump | |
 Kitbest Mini Bike Pump & Tire Puncture Repair Kit | |
 Giwil Mini Bike Pump with Repair Tool Kit | |
 YOUYOUTE Bike Tire Repair Kit |
Fixing a Flat Tire
Before we move on to the best flat tire repair kits currently found on the market, you should know the steps required to fix a tire:
- The very first step requires removing the wheel. Make sure that you pull over to the side of the road, to a safe place with enough room for you to work on the flat. Using the multi-tool inside your bike repair kit, remove the wheel. If the flat tire is on the back wheel, you will have to move the chain to the smallest sprocket. Use the quick release so you can take off the wheel. If bolts are keeping the wheel in place, your multi tool should have a wrench that allows you to unscrew the bolts.
- Tire levers are your friend at this moment. You can separate the wheel from its rim with them, making sure you don't damage the valve as you do so. To make this step easier, you can deflate the tire by simply pushing the air out with your bare hands. When the tire is airless, use one of the levers to lift the tire and then insert the second a few inches away from the other one. By moving the first lever towards the second one, push the tire further apart from the rim. Repeat this process until the tire is completely removed.
- Remove the tire's inner tube.
- Now it's time to see where the puncture is. Some sort of brightly colored (preferably white) marker would be of help at this point, so you can circle the puncture. There are 2 ways in which you can do this. 1) If there is a water source anywhere near you, inflate the tire halfway and place it in water. Since the puncture allows air to leak from the tire, bubbles should come out of the spot where the puncture is. 2) Inflate the inner tube and keep a close eye on it to see where the air is leaking from. The problem with the second method is that if the puncture is small, it will take a while for you to figure out where it is.
- Next, you have to repair the puncture. Like we said, circling it with a white marker should make it easier to fix it. Make sure the tube is fully deflated, and then pick up your patching kit. Make sure you follow the manufacturer's instructions to make sure the patch holds.
- By using the multi-tool and the previously-used levers, put the tire back in place. Then, put the tire back on the wheel. Make sure that everything is back in its original place and should be safe to continue your journey.
Long story short, the best bicycle tire repair kit should have at least 2 tire levers, a multi-tool, a hand pump, and a patch kit. A white marker would be nice, but it's not mandatory. If you have a spare tube, that's even better. That would allow you to change the punctured tube with the spare and carry on with your cycling. You can identify the puncture and fix the flat tube at home.
As you're shopping for a bike repair kit, it's important to look out for the ones that contain all the necessary bike tools required. While a mini pump and patches can do the trick, you will find it really annoying and frustrating not having tire try tools to remove the tube, and you will definitely need multi-tools to remove bolted wheels. Consider repair kits that can also fix other problems with the bike.
The 6 Best Bicycle Tire Repair Kit Reviews
DAWAY A35 Bike Repair Kit
The DAWAY A35 repair kit contains everything you need to fix a flat tire for quite a good investment. The 2 centerpieces of the pack are the mini bike pump and the 16-in-1 multi-tool. The multi-tool is fully equipped with all the tools needed to get your tire fixed and get you safely to your destination: a Phillips/slot type screwdrivers, Allen wrench/inner hex wrench (2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6 mm), a socket spanner (8, 9, 10 mm), a flat wrench (8 mm, 10 mm, 15 mm, 14 GE) and a sleeve extension rod. In addition to all that, DAWAY threw in a dog bone hex wrench, which is suitable for nut sizes that range between 6 and 15 mm.
The mini pump is made of alloy steel and ABS plastic and measures 7.3 inches in length when folded. When fully extended, it goes all the way up to 28 cm, which should allow for decent air pumping. It weighs less than 3 ounces, so your hands won't feel worn out after inflating the tire. It is suitable for both Presta and Schrader valves and almost any type of bike. A ball needle valve is included, which is something you don't see very often on a mini pump. The maximum pressure of the pump is 120 PSI. The pump also comes with a mounting bracket and a dust cap that keeps the valve protected.
The DAWAY tire repair kit also comes with one metal rasp, 2 plastic tire levers (4.5 inches), and 8 glueless tire tube patches. All these items are packed into a convenient bag to store underneath your saddle.
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GUSODOR Bicycle Repair Bag
The GUSODOR kit seems to have every tool you'll need to save yourself from being stuck on the side of the road with a flat tire. But be aware that the tools included are good for fixing flat tires...and that's about it. You can't really fix anything else with what's included in the package.
The kit comprises one bike pump, a multi-tool, 3 tire levers, a set of glueless patches, all wrapped up in a very fancy and compact bag. The bag is easily stored underneath your saddle, without getting in the way as you cycle. The multi-tool contains hex key wrenches (2, 3, 4, 5, 6 mm), a cross screwdriver, and a straight screwdriver. The patches take about 30 seconds to stick firmly.
The mini pumps work with both Schrader and Presta valves, as it is universal. Each side of the hose is suitable for each of these 2 valves. While we can't say which maximum pressure the mini pump supports, we can tell you that it doesn't feature a gauge.
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Vibrelli Mini Bike Pump
Vibrelli has always been one of our favorite manufacturers when it comes to bike pumps. But does the tire repair kit deliver? First of all, let's see what's inside the package. Upon ordering this kit, you will receive the Vibrelli mini pump and a pocket-sized pack with glueless puncture repair patches. The mini pump can be mounted on the frame using the included bracket. It has a maximum pressure of 120 PSI and is compatible with Presta and Schrader valves. The Super Fit Clever Valve makes it easy to connect to both valves without having to switch stuff around. The telescopic barrel extends to a maximum of 17 inches for faster pumping. It includes a sports ball needle, which is a nice addition but not something extremely useful when you're stuck on the side of the road and have to fix a flat tire.
Do we like the Vibrelli pump? Yes. Would we buy the Vibrelli kit and rely on it to fix a flat tire? No. It lacks a lot of important tools, like wrenches and tire levels. While you could probably patch the tire up with the included patches, taking the tube off and finding the puncture will be awful.
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Kitbest Mini Bike Pump & Tire Puncture Repair Kit
The multi-tool that comes inside the Kitbest package comes with 6 different hex wrenches, 4 types of flat wrenches, 3 socket spanners, 2 screwdrivers, and a sleeve extension rod. Aside from the multi-tool, the package also contains one metal rasp, 2 bike levers, and 6 glueless patches. As a bonus, Kitbest has thrown in a 10-in-1 hex wrench that fits nuts measuring from 6 to 15 mm.
The mini bike pump has a maximum pressure of 100 PSI and is made of PVC. The pump is 7.7 inches long, making it one of the shortest and most compact bike pumps out there. However, the pipe quality is questionable. There's a chance it will stop working long before your bike is securely filled. The items are all packed in a bike bag that features a Velcro strap for easier securing.
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Giwil Mini Bike Pump with Repair Tool Kit
Giwil seems to understand what a complete tire repair kit looks like. Inside the package, you will find a mini bike pump with a frame mount and a strap, a screwdriver wrench, tie wraps, 2 tire pry bars, a steel filing sheet, and 2 nuts. The included multi-tool comes with Allen wrenches (2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, and 6 mm), socket spanners (8, 9, and 10 mm), flat wrenches (8, 10, and 15 mm), a Phillips and a slot type screwdriver, a sleeve extension rod and a spoke wrench. It also features a glueless puncture repair kit.
The mini bike pump is pretty much standard. A ball needle is included, although not really helpful when you need to fix a flat tire. The maximum pressure is 120 PSI, and a dust cap covers the Presta and Schrader adaptor. Overall, it leaves you wondering if these tools kits contain the same products with different brand tags.
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YOUYOUTE Bike Tire Repair Kit
Last but not least, we wanted to see what the YOUYOUTE kit has to offer. At first glance, the kit seems to contain pretty much everything you need to fix a flat bike tire. It includes a mini bike pump with a maximum pressure of 120 PSI. It's compatible with Presta and Schrader valves. The pump comes with a mounting bracket with buckle, although it fits into the included bag. The dust cap will keep the valve protected, while the super-fit technology will ensure no air leakage while inflating the tire. When collapsed, the pump is 7.09 inches long, but it can expand to a full 18 inches. Unfortunately, the pump doesn't include a pressure gauge.
The multi-tool is made of 6 different Allen wrenches (2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, and 6 mm), socket wrenches (8, 9, and 10 mm), flat wrenches (8, 10, and 15 mm), inner hex spanners (2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, and 6 mm), Phillips screwdriver, socket extension rod, slot type screwdriver and spoke wrench. The package also contains 3 tire levers, a metal tire rasp, and a glueless puncture repair kit.
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The Bottom Line
If the Vibrelli kit had included the patches and tools needed to fix a flat with as little effort as possible, it would have been our winner of the day. The pump is one of the best mini pumps on the market. But since the kit is not complete, we're going to choose the hassle-free option: the DAWAY A35. The kit provides great value for the money and comes with a 6 month warranty. The saddlebag feels extremely solid, and the reflective design makes it stand out in the dark. It has everything you'll need to fix bike tires on the go: a bike pump, a multi-tool, an included nut wrench, tire levers and glueless patches.
A ball needle is also included, although it won't be of much assistance for fixing a flat tire. Finally, the mounting bracket is a cool feature if you want to keep the pump fixed on the bike's frame, but mounting the bracket seems almost futile since it fits in the tool bag.