Thank you...tom science
2006-08-28 20:31:21 · 9 answers · asked by tom science 4 in Sports ➔ Cycling
Oh, it depends on the road and the weight I' carrying. For example, heavy cargo = more air pressure. Most of the times its medium air pressure for me though.
2006-08-28 20:39:30 · answer #1 · answered by mortisia2121 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I ride at the manufacturer´s recommended tire pressure. You will usually find the maximum pressure stamped on the tire as part of the tire´s information. The recommended pressure is usually 10 to 15 PSI lower (you´ll have to refer to the brochure, manufacturer´s web page or by asking the dealer for the correct number).
You´ll find the tire feels hard and that to keep it that way you´ll need to pump it up regularly but the advantages should become obvious to you: less punctures, less wheel/surface resistance and better road grip.
2006-08-29 10:44:05 · answer #2 · answered by Mike from BA 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Depends on track conditions. Since I am a bmx racer when the tracks get softer I will lower tire pressure as to gain more traction so that I do not slip out. As the tracks become harder I will increase pressure to reduce drag on the tires. Since I prefer to run a softer compound tire it works out great.
2006-08-29 21:24:08 · answer #3 · answered by trl_666 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hard Air Pressure means less friction, and more efficient riding. The more air in the tire, the easier it is to ride, and the faster you go.
2006-08-29 08:32:05 · answer #4 · answered by conservativeguyfromnc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the bike, the tire and the terrain. With my cruiser I use 40-50 PSI on the street and paved trails. On my MTB I use 35-45 PSI for most trails and on the rare occasions it sees the street I go to at least 50 PSI. On the road bike it's 95-105 psi and on my road tandem it's 110-120 psi. I hope that helps.
2006-08-30 10:16:27 · answer #5 · answered by frieburger 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on your weight (you will need more pressure if you're heavier) and the type of terrain (if you're riding on pavement, you want high pressure to reduce rolling resistance, on wet or sand, low pressure to have more traction). One benefit of tubeless tires is that you can run lower psi without risk of a puncture.
2006-08-29 22:44:31 · answer #6 · answered by Roberto 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i ride medium to hard...but its really not a good idea to go for low ir pressure ("soft") because then the risk of pinch flats is much greater and those are just an annoying waste of time!!
2006-08-29 20:36:29 · answer #7 · answered by runlikeagirl19 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the load...I prefer maximum pressure for a given load...I feel I have more traction when I do.
2006-08-29 03:37:31 · answer #8 · answered by mason p 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hard = dry
somewhat softer = wet (because you will get more road contact with your tire, while higher friction will reduce your efficiency, it is safer)
2006-08-29 23:55:46 · answer #9 · answered by powhound 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋