Old 07-03-10, 08:12 AM
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And, don't be afraid to experiment with different tire pressures. As you get more used to riding, you may find that you like different pressures - firmer will usually enhance handling and speed, while softer will usually enhance ride plushness and grip on softer surfaces. Try different pressures, even usung different pressures in different tires (fron,back) changing them by about 5# either way, until you find what's best for you. It will finally come to a point, where one or two pounds of pressure will make a significant difference.

As your body gets used to what you are asking it to do, so will your needs and wants.

The bike will also need different pressures, as you change the load it is carrying, or, your style of riding.
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