Hi everyone, two months ago I entered the tubeless world with my new Gravel bike. Mounting the tires (700x38C) and filling in the sealant (Finish Line) went better than expected. Also the first few rides were above reproach. But then it started: After one ride I noticed a few blue splatters on th…

Have you inspected the tire(s) to see where they are leaking? In some case, you may have a large puncture that is popping, leaking, and resealing. If so, you should look into tire plugs (many options to consider) to more “permanently” seal the hole and not rely entirely on the sealant. Depending …

Thanks for sharing your experience. With a quick optical inspection of the outside I wasn’t able to find anything that still sticks in the tire or any damages - only some areas clotted with tire sealant between the knobs (Ihave also done this after the previous rides). I guess I have to clean the …

Ive had good success with finish line. But you have to use 1-2oz more per tire than recommended. Inspect where it is leaking from. If it’s small, then it may take a few rided before it totally seals and stops liquid slowly seaping out. And im talking droplets of leakage, not spraying. Once some fibe…

If it still holds pressure throughout the ride, I don’t think it needs a plug yet.

[image] tmohme: Anything special to watch for when buying tire plugs? We have a lengthy thread on the topic with great info to review: Tubeless Plugs: Stan's Dart vs. Dyna-Plug vs. bacon

Thanks for the link. I guess I will first study this (and also some other resources) before taking other action.

I’m not sure if it “sprayed” as I didn’t notice anything during the ride. I just found ~20 small (1…5mm diameter) dried drops on the frame. For sure there also were others that didn’t hit the frame.

What kind of tires? Some tires seep sealant. I’m having that issue right now with a continental cross king on my MTB.

[image] tmohme: I’m not sure if it “sprayed” as I didn’t notice anything during the ride. I just found ~20 small (1…5mm diameter) dried drops on the frame. For sure there also were others that didn’t hit the frame. Wouldn’t worry about it just yet. Next time check your tire pressure before …

Schwalbe G-One Allround. I don’t think the tires are the problem because a) it is only on the rear tire and b) there are only some spots on the rear tire’s surface that show stains of dried sealant.

Tubeless leaking - should I be worried?

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mcneese.chad September 17, 2020, 5:52pm 6

We have a lengthy thread on the topic with great info to review:

Tubeless Plugs: Stan's Dart vs. Dyna-Plug vs. bacon

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