Get the perfect tyre pressure for any trail <\/p>
Tyres are among the most important components when it comes to the performance of your mountain bike<\/a> \u2013 after all, they\u2019re the only thing connecting you and your bike to the ground. As such, getting the tyre pressure on your mountain bike just right is vital to its performance on the trail.<\/p>\n However, there are a number of variables that go into figuring out the ideal pressure range for a mountain bike tyre, such as the tyre\u2019s width and carcass thickness, the rubber compound, the diameter, and the rim\u2019s width and overall shape.<\/p>\n The types of conditions and trails you\u2019re riding, and your own riding style will also have a significant impact on how much air is appropriate.<\/p>\n Get your tyre pressure right and it will improve the comfort, grip and speed of your mountain bike. Get it wrong and, well, everything goes in the opposite direction.<\/p>\n Sound scary? Well, don\u2019t worry because we\u2019re here to help and will run through everything you need to know to get your MTB tyre pressures just right, from the factors influencing tyre pressures, right through to our own pressure recommendations.<\/p>\n First, a quick disclaimer: it\u2019s worth noting that what works for one person might not work for you \u2013 everyone has different experiences and preferences when it comes to tyre pressures.<\/p>\n So, treat this as a guide and not a concrete system. The key is to fine-tune your pressure so you find what works for you, your bike and where you ride.<\/p>\n Before we get started, we\u2019ve also got a guide to road bike tyre pressure<\/a>, if you also ride skinny tyres.<\/p>\n