Can I use tire sealant with tubeless tires and tire plugs, or am I just asking for a recipe for disaster? It seems like a lot of manufacturers and riders are recommending against using sealant with plugs, but Ive also seen some people swear by the combination. Whats the real story here? Are the warnings just a CYA move by the manufacturers, or is there actually some science behind why you shouldnt use sealant with plugs?
Ive seen some riders claim that the sealant can actually help to reinforce the plug and make it more effective, while others say that its just a way to gum up the works and make the plug harder to remove. And what about the type of sealant used? Does it matter if its a latex-based or a synthetic sealant? Some people seem to think that one type is more compatible with plugs than the other.
Im also curious about the impact on the tire itself. If I use sealant with a plug, am I risking damage to the tires sidewall or tread? And what about the plugs ability to seal the puncture? Does the sealant enhance or detract from the plugs effectiveness?
It seems like theres a lot of conflicting information out there, and Im not sure who to believe. Has anyone done any actual testing on this, or is it all just anecdotal evidence? Id love to see some data on the subject, but until then, Im left wondering: can I use tire sealant with tubeless tires and tire plugs, or am I just rolling the dice?
Whats the general consensus on this? Am I missing something obvious, or is this a topic thats genuinely up for debate? Im eager to hear from people who have actually used sealant with plugs, as well as those who have avoided it like the plague. Lets get a discussion going and try to get to the bottom of this.
Ive seen some riders claim that the sealant can actually help to reinforce the plug and make it more effective, while others say that its just a way to gum up the works and make the plug harder to remove. And what about the type of sealant used? Does it matter if its a latex-based or a synthetic sealant? Some people seem to think that one type is more compatible with plugs than the other.
Im also curious about the impact on the tire itself. If I use sealant with a plug, am I risking damage to the tires sidewall or tread? And what about the plugs ability to seal the puncture? Does the sealant enhance or detract from the plugs effectiveness?
It seems like theres a lot of conflicting information out there, and Im not sure who to believe. Has anyone done any actual testing on this, or is it all just anecdotal evidence? Id love to see some data on the subject, but until then, Im left wondering: can I use tire sealant with tubeless tires and tire plugs, or am I just rolling the dice?
Whats the general consensus on this? Am I missing something obvious, or is this a topic thats genuinely up for debate? Im eager to hear from people who have actually used sealant with plugs, as well as those who have avoided it like the plague. Lets get a discussion going and try to get to the bottom of this.
But here's the thing: if you're using plugs, you're already taking a risk. Sealant might make that risk a teensy bit bigger, or it might not. 
It's like they're saying, "Hey, if something goes wrong, it's not our fault—you used sealant with plugs!" So, are they just being overly cautious, or is there actual science behind their warnings? Who knows! 
People act like it's some life-or-death decision, but honestly, I think it's just a matter of personal preference. 
