A T-handle grip changes everything when you're trying to ream and plug a puncture trailside. The Lezyne Classic Tubeless Plug Kit puts that mechanical advantage in a package small enough to disappear into a jersey pocket or saddle bag. The machined aluminum handle provides enough torque to work plugs into stubborn punctures without the finger fatigue that comes from trying to grip a skinny tool shaft while pushing through tire casing.

The kit combines reamer and insertion functions into a single tool. The reamer cleans and slightly enlarges the puncture channel, giving the plug material something to grip. The forked insertion tip then pushes the plug through—you pull the tool back out and the plug stays behind, sealing the hole. The technique takes about thirty seconds once you've done it a few times, which beats the alternative of walking home or calling for a pickup.

Lezyne includes 5 of their ultra-tacky plugs with the kit. The tackiness matters because it helps the plug material bond with sealant residue inside the tire, creating a more durable seal than slicker plug compounds. If you burn through all 5, replacement plugs are available separately—worth keeping a spare set in your trail bag if you ride rocky terrain regularly.... Read More