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Bike Tires

Any person who has tried to ride a bike with less-than-inflated bike tires knows how much of a struggle it can be to try to ride. A bike tire that is not all the way inflated not only slows the rider down, but it also makes it harder for a rider to get over hills and other obstacles.

A person who wants to have an optimum bike riding experience every time he or she hops on a bike can do the following to make sure his or her bike tires are properly inflated:

• Buy a small pump – Although it is fine to have a pump that a person keeps in his or her garage, it is best to buy a small pump that goes on the road with the bike rider. These pumps can often be stored on the frame of the bike. Sometimes people place these pumps in a backpack. If there is a need for repairs on the road, a person will be grateful to have a pump on oneself.

• Remember that tires lose pressure – The fact is that even though it may seem as if a bike tire has small leak, it should be remembered that typical bike tires lose around 10 pounds per square inch if it is used often.

• Check the recommendations – If a tire looks to be getting a little deflated, inflate the tire, but not more than what is recommended. Usually the side of the tire will list what the psi should be when inflating a bike. A person riding on the mountains usually is best off inflating to about 40 psi. If a bike is being ridden in the city, it may be better to inflate these bike tires to around 50 or 60 psi.

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