Jones County not bicycle friendly

[Jim@LiveHealthyBaldwin]

Well, my 17 mile ride last Friday turned into an 11 mile ride and 6 mile walk due to a flat tire. Not one motorist, including 3 Sheriff's cars (one may have come by twice) stopped to see if I might need some help or a lift back to my car. Is that typical? I hope we can do better than that in Baldwin.

[Benny]

Sorry for your bad luck and the lack of help, Jim. Why weren't you able to repair the flat tire?

[Jim@LiveHealthyBaldwin]

Cheap tube. Split along a seam.

[haywoodkb]

One thing I always enjoyed about bicycling is your ability to repair your own vehicle. You can easily caring a spare tube, a pump, a spoke wrench, and chain tool in a small pouch. It is great sense of independence. Pack a small kit next time, and enjoy a new freedom to roam wherever you like. I once repaired a chain for a Dream Team rider on BRAG. He thought his vacation was ending, but we were able to fix the bike and keep on rolling. :)

[Benny]

Bummer. :(
That happens. A patch won't cover a rip. One reason to always carry a spare tube. I keep a tube, a patch kit, a multi-tool, a copy of my insurance card and a little cash in my seat bag. Also a CO2 inflator if I don't have a pump on the bike.

One long hike in Look cleats was all it took for me. :p