Question about tyre pressure?

Risteard

Hi,

I have a bike out in my shed that's been sitting there for years an has barely been cycled in a good while. As result the tyres are a bit soft. I'm going to start cycling it and was wondering what PSI the tyres should be inflated to?

It' a mountain bike btw if that makes any difference but I'll only be using it to cycle on paths,cycle lanes etc.

Holyboy

Oh people round these parts dont cycle on paths:) the recommended pressure will be printed on the sidewall of the tyre,MTBs are usually between 35 and 65psi but check whats printed before pumping some cheap tyres will only take 40psi max!

cdaly_

You would want to check out that the brakes are in good working order before you take it out. In particular, brake blocks tend to dry out and harden over time and may not work effectively.

Risteard

Thanks for the replies.

PSI was on the tyres Min30 to Max 50. Brakes seem to be working fine but I'll check it again once the tyres are inflated.

EDIT: I suppose I should ask his as well. Is it ok to use the pump at a petrol station to inflate them or should I get a normal bicycle pump?
These questions are probably a bit foolish.

cdaly_

Petrol pump station is fine for those pressures. Be careful though. They'll inflate bike tyres much quicker than car ones.

That said, having a pump at home is also useful for puncture repairs etc.

Risteard

Thanks again. The pump has an electronic screen on it that lets you set what PSI you want to inflate to so it should be alright.

Khannie

That's some fancy pump. Has to be on the South side.