Fixing Punctures / Puncture Repair / Exploding Tubes

I never wait more than about a minute before patch on, but I do blow on the glue a bit to dry it out. Never have any problems with it.

Also don't just squeeze the patch but also give it a little bit of a stretch and make sure that the feathered edges are down properly. Make sure that the tube isn't twisted in the tyre as you put it in and if you have time, inflate slowly.

I usually fix mine at home and do something else at the same time (ie. forget all about the drying glue). I also find that the longer you leave the better the stick.