this bike has a valve stem that my local gas stations air pump cannot accomadate.it is very skinny and appears to be metal.what do i need to do ? thank you in advance for all helpful answears
2006-09-27 02:34:05 · 0 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Cycling
This is presta valve. At the very top of the valve is a small screw, unscrew this to let air in. You will need either a pump that will work with Presta valves or an adapter to screw on top of this valve so you can use a "standard" air pump. In either case, go to your bicycle shop, not Target or other department store. A decent but cheap pump will start at about $17-$20 and the adapter is like a dollar or two.
Also, don't use the gas station to air up your tire. It can quickly over-inflate it and blow out the tube.
2006-09-27 04:23:12 · answer #1 · answered by JD K 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
There are two different types of valves Schrader and Presta. Schrader is like the tires on a car tire. Presta is thinner and has a metal valve cap that you have to loosen in order to put air into it. Get a good floor pump from your local bike shop that will work on either of them and put in the recommended pressure. Good riding.
2006-09-30 07:09:36 · answer #2 · answered by Dorkboy 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-03-22 20:19:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a deep breath
2006-09-27 02:43:03 · answer #4 · answered by stumiroquai 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋