Really?!

:mad: This is the first time in a month that I've worked up the motivation to ride. So what happens? I pump up my tires, turn to go get my socks from my room...HISSSSSS

No visible puncture holes. Just a tiny nick in the rubber by the valve stem. This is the second time this has happened like this. Either Giant's tubes are crap (both were Giant branded) or I have a wheel with a rough spot around the hole for the valve. I'll see how this new tube (different brand) holds up.

...Once I get it on the bike, that is. I haven't had to change a flat in a year of riding. BF changed the first couple for me. I've been wrestling with it for an hour and I still cannot get the tube (or tire) to cooperate.
(Good job I wasn't out on the road!)

Of course, once I actually get this thing on, it will be too hot to ride (we're expecting temps in the 90s), and it's supposed to rain Sunday. Hopefully Monday decides to cooperate before I go meet BF at the airport...or I'll have to bring him back and ask him to put the tube and tire back on!

Ugh! So sorry you had your ride ruined. That sucks! :(

Well, tube and tire are now properly mounted. BF reminded me that it's often easier to put the tube inside the tire first. Of course, I can't get the little nut of the presta valve loosened enough to inflate the tire. I've pulled the valve part out of the stem, but haven't managed to accomplish anything else.:rolleyes: