Diligent Nose

Hey guys, quick question for all you gurus out there.

I just changed over from riding my XC mountain bike to a fixie for in city stuff (I got a 2008 paddy wagon). The only problem is that the stock tires suck ass, and the streets still haven't been cleaned from all the gravel/glass/random stuff that leads to punctures. As such I ordered a pair of Conti ultragators, but they will take a week to get here (my LBS had them, but they cost twice as much, and I have no money). So my question is is there any way to reduce the amounts of flats I get now (Around 1 every 30 km)? I have the tires pumped up to 110 PSI, would reducing the pressure help?

Thanks in advance.

dervish

it sounds like your riding decent sized tires (as in width) since ur coming from XC...i think lowering the pressure would help a bit

mmerner

My experience would say the tire pressure is good, maybe want a little more. You should check the tires to make sure debris isn't stuck in the tire causing repeated flats.

rmwun54

Installing Tuffy liners by rubber cementing them into place and duct taping the overlap seam. The rubber cement will make sure that they stay centered and will cause the Tuffy to stretch out into a shape that will stay in place even after the cement looses it's holding property. I have them on my road, utility, and cross bike and haven't had a flat for a very long time. Make sure you get the right size for your tire by comparing them side by side if you decide to get them. Also with liners on they make a good added cushion effect to a flat especially when bombing down a hill at 40mph; I know first hand. And besides I dislike buying countless replacement tubes and patches, trust me.

4zn_balla

seems like i get flats a lot. i've been through two fronts front hitting debris. One was a metal spike that was inevitable.

Live2Die

more PSI more better

Cyclist0383

Check for bad rim tape (spokes causing flats) or a small burr on the inside of your rim. Short of that, the only free thing you can do is watch more carefully what you ride over and wait for your GatorSkins.

jinws

seconded. I'm using liners on every bike I ride + my gfs. ALthough this rubber cement business is new to me. will have to try it.