Originally Posted by
RichSPK
Where are you finding the leaks in your tubes? If you're getting pinch flats, that's probably from riding over curbs and such, in which case running too much pressure isn't your problem. Are you getting punctures from road debris? In that case, you might want a tire with some puncture protection features, such as Continental Gatorskins or Schwalbe Marathons (though those specific tires may not be appropriate for your bike for other reasons). Are you getting leaks around the valve stem? If so, a different tire probably won't help, and your riding style isn't to blame, but you need to look at how you're mounting tubes and inflating them.
Thanks, I live real close to a shop and just drop it off to have the experienced bike smith work on it. The tire got a clean bill of health and the tube was indeed a pinch flat. I was told running at the max. pressure (90) would be fine and I'm set up for that. I go up to 92 the majority of the time because I'd say I'm a slightly heavier rider at 195-200 lbs.
I've gone through a slew of different types of flats and would like to think I know what to look for on the road but brown glass tends to be a sneaky culprit. Going at a good pace I stay away from direct hits to curbs and such because otherwise I'd get tossed anyway.