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Old 02-08-15 | 11:05 AM
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Bikes: 87 RockHopper,2008 Specialized Globe. Both upgraded to 9 speeds. 2019 Giant Explore E+3

Originally Posted by 12strings
I generally run at 70-80psi anyway, sometimes 60 if I get lazy and don't pump for a while...Tires say max 100. SHould I go lower than that, or maybe just experiment at 60 and see how it feels?
How much do you weigh?
IF you have pot holes, too low of a pressure and you may even bend the rim, besides getting pinch flats.

You might consider just a wider front tire if you aren't OCD.
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