Thread: Tire PSI?
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Old 06-02-23 | 06:30 AM
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Originally Posted by mpetry912
But for a typical 28mm tire on a common road bike, ridden in non competitive conditions, 80-90 psi is a good starting point.

I'm sceptical that a calculator or app can better determine the right tire pressure than I can do for myself. Remember air temperature has something to do with it too.

/markp
I run around 60psi on my 28C GP5000s, which is basically what the calculators suggest for my bike's system weight (88kg rider plus 9kg bike). It's a great compromise pressure between speed and ride comfort, and most certainly doesn't feel at all sluggish to me.
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