Cut in tyre thoughts

[wiliferus]

So I’ve picked up a cut in the rear. I know cuts are common place but this one looks a bit worse than the everyday wear and tear cuts.

My initial thought was its ok, as doesn’t look to be deeper than the tread grooves.

Anyway, looking for some guidance or reassurance...

[Fastdruid]

If it hasn't damaged the carcass it's fine. ie if the bottom of the cut is rubber and it's not gone through the belt it is fine.

I would make certain there isn't anything left in there and superglue it up.

[dibblecorse]

I'd not worry about that, standard occurrence these days ...

[SAS Tom]

Looks fine to me

[Rubin215]

You're going to die.











We all are...

[jamei303]

Fastdruid said:

If it hasn't damaged the carcass it's fine. ie if the bottom of the cut is rubber and it's not gone through the belt it is fine.

I would make certain there isn't anything left in there and superglue it up.

Superglue isn't waterproof. If you're going to glue a tyre up at least use a suitable adhesive.

Edited by jamei303 on Tuesday 15th May 12:51

[Biker 1]

Rubin215 said:

You're going to die.

So let's get high....

[sjtscott]

OP if you're seriously concerned find a reputable bike tyre specialist who can check it over for you. By reputable I mean one that will only try to sell you a new tyre if you actually need one.
Would you like me to provide a photo of my rear tyre? It has cuts indentations and three pro fixes. The roads in London esp where the bikes ride are in a terrible state and full of crap which never gets cleaned up and has been for all the time I've been commuting here.
In fact just yesterday I noticed a similar cut to yours. My view is with these if its not deeper than tread depth and not leaking air then its good to go.