so i've always pumped my tires to about 105 during training and 110-115 for races (max pressure is 135).
the thought process is that the higher the pressure the faster the tire would be as there would be less contact with the ground.
BUTTT, i'm only 124-129lbs on race day. this year i've been slacking so i'm on the higher range. my upcoming race has a patch about 5 miles long that is kind of crappy in terms of the pavement.
would someone like me benefit from lowering my pressure to 90-95 since i'm light? i tend to feel as if the tires are slower, but i'm wondering if it's psychological or not.
thanks for the help,
john
the thought process is that the higher the pressure the faster the tire would be as there would be less contact with the ground.
BUTTT, i'm only 124-129lbs on race day. this year i've been slacking so i'm on the higher range. my upcoming race has a patch about 5 miles long that is kind of crappy in terms of the pavement.
would someone like me benefit from lowering my pressure to 90-95 since i'm light? i tend to feel as if the tires are slower, but i'm wondering if it's psychological or not.
thanks for the help,
john