08/17/2026
🚨ITS PEAK GOATHEAD SEASON🚨 Many customers that come in with flat tires caused by these bad boys may be familiar with the dried out seed pods that cause punctures, but not many people are familiar with the plant itself. The goathead plant (Tribulus terrestris), also known as puncturevine or devil’s thorn, is a tough, low-growing annual w**d. It features small yellow flowers, hairy stems, and woody seed pods with sharp spikes strong enough to puncture bicycle tires and hurt pet paws. They are found in dry, sandy recently disturbed soil like the dirt found surrounding parks, next to bike paths and on road shoulders. Being able to identify the plant can help you avoid punctures, but the seed pods can blow on to paths in high winds or can even be carried onto the path by other riders pedestrians or animals. Many people try sealants, tire liners and thicker tubes to protect against these little devils, but the pest protection is tire selection and tubeless setups. We offer both at Fondo’s! Stop in and we can see which setup works best for you and your bike🚲
