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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
Originally Posted by
JeffS
95psi - more than likely too much
Temp has absolutely nothing to do with recommended tire pressure though, and neither does the rain. In a car, tires build heat which raises air pressure. This doesn't really happen on a bike.
Want to keep from falling?
1) buy a tire with more grip
2) adjust your riding style
I will adjust my riding. On dry pavement my bike path is my personal Le Mans GT race
! I'm an Alpine skier who likes a few G-forces when permissible!
I'll cut my speed in half when turning and stay over the bike. I'm not willing to change tires, the idea of changing a flat in the dark when its cold is...
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MB
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