If everything works out 2023 PBP will be my first PBP. I wonder how people maintain their tire pressure over the four days. Are there pumps at controls that people can use? Or do we need to find our own solution like carrying a mini pump or a frame pump?
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Totally agree. Get new inner-tubes and tyres for the event! Along with a fresh chain and bartape that is the best money spent.
Also, get yourself a nice brew (hot or cold) and (re-)watch a Park Tool video how to perfectly install tyres.
https://youtu.be/eqR6nlZNeU8?t=471
I particularly want to emphasize the trick of pushing in the valve a bit to ensure tube is not snagged.
https://youtu.be/eqR6nlZNeU8?t=471
Do all the other checks as well. Losing pressure is due to old tyre/innertube/valve or vavle not tightened correctly.
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Does anyone use tuffy tape? Curious if that’s also a puncture strategy?
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I’ll chime in with with a far left perspective. I do all of my riding with 4 tubes, 2 Co2’s and inflater, a pump, a patch kit, and a spare tire. Most will agree that’s too much, if I’m only looking to take care of myself ;=) I’ve only “Needed” the spare time a few times in over 30 years, but can’t tell ya how many rides it’s saved for others. Because I ride with that extra weight on every ride it does not seam like extra weight to me ;=)
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EmilyI have to say - I don't really understand why you'd ever not carry a pump. It's a simple thing to leave attached to your bike, and then you always have it. My personal favorite is the Topeak RoadMorph. It's not the smallest or lightest you can get, but it's basically the next best thing to a floor pump, has a pressure gauge, and will easily get your tires up to 110psi (whether you actually want 110 psi is another topic, but this pump will get you there).I'm another former shop rat and I can change a tire pretty quickly, and on my own bikes I don't need tire levers (although I carry them because they're light and sometimes they come in handy for other people). I've changed tires for a lot of other riders who were struggling with them. But I wouldn't use tubeless for brevets on my own bike; they're too much of a pain if something goes wrong.
If you do want to go that route though, I would suggest that you practice getting them on and off by yourself a few times before you decide. If it's a pain in the butt when you're at home and comfortable and well rested, it's probably not a great choice for PBP.
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After a fair bit of beginner's frustration I am starting to embrace tubeless. I have friends who have ridden tubeless tires down to the casing without flatting. Now is the time to start learning about tubeless if you are inclined.
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