Originally Posted by
Stroudy
Amazing advice - thanks @
LV2TNDM
Your diagnosis is consistent with the issue, for sure. I had used the 16mm and 13mm. Wiggle sell a 22mm Velox. Perhaps that could be the way to go.
The good news is that the seller has agreed for me to take the tandem to his mechanic. I'm confident I can sort this out myself but it's always good to have a specialist take a proper look.
What kinda pressure should I be running a 35mm tyre? I'm guessing the max the manufacturer recommends?
I run my Continental 28's at max pressure of 120psi. Given the wider tire options many tandem teams are using these days, the old "run a narrow tire at max pressure" rule doesn't apply as it did before. Lower pressures can be safely used with higher volume tires. But there's a sweet spot that needs to be achieved. Pressures too low are dangerous to you and the wheels. I'd post what tires your using and see what others may have experienced and recommend.
But you shouldn't be worrying about tire pressure as a flat prevention measure (given your problem). Safety, traction and comfort are the priorities.