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Originally Posted by Badger6
Then go ride the tires and adjust the pressure as necessary after some test rides nrsmd. The outputs are not perfect, but without a lot of fuss will get you very close to a useful pressure from which to start experimenting with the right pressure.

Also, invest in a decent standa lone pressure gauge to make sure you have the pressure where you want it...pump gauges are not reliable. They're good for getting in the ballpark, but are not reliably precise.
If you're going to deviate anyway from what the calculator tells you, the accuracy of your pump doesn't matter too much, as long as your pump is consistent in its inaccuracy.
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