Under Pressure

[Mikesshed]

Having learnt what why all goes on Pump, how much pressure do I put in tyres, wheels 700/ 35, bike is for road, about 60 in at moment

 

[Mikesshed]

OK, just worried they will burst !

 

[John the Monkey]

70-80psi sounds about right.....but look on the wall of the tyre. There's usually a max figure printed on there.

Yep. Every set of Continental tyres I've owned has had a recommended pressure on the sidewall too - those have usually been spot on, in my experience. Don't exceed the maximum, but experiment with pressures until you find those that provide a nice balance between comfort and speed.

 

[John the Monkey]

A bit more to read on the subject - http://www.sheldonbrown.com/tires.html#pressure

 

[mjr]

http://www.bikequarterly.com/images/BQTireDrop.pdf has a graph, but stick within the tyre limits and they're unlikely to burst (or come off the rim or pinch-flat if you go too low)