Thread: So my rear tire gave up after 1000miles. Any recommendations for a new one?
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Old 08-19-19, 09:36 AM
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The tire should deform under your weight. If it doesn’t, the pressure is too high. Proper tire deformation contributes to lower rolling resistance than a tire that is hard as a rock.
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