Bulging Tyres
GG
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Hi All,
A bit of advice needed please!
I have just put some road slick tyres onto my mountain bike for my winter commutes to work. They are the correct size etc and I have blown them up to the psi on the tyre wall.
Only problem is there is a bulge pushing the tyre slightly off the wheel and brushing the brakes. Do you think this could be due to the fact my tyres are slightly buckled? Any ideas or comments would be most welcome.
Also, would you recommend I ride to work as normal. I know something is not right, instinct tells me its "fairly safe" but the views of you guys would be nice.
G
A bit of advice needed please!
I have just put some road slick tyres onto my mountain bike for my winter commutes to work. They are the correct size etc and I have blown them up to the psi on the tyre wall.
Only problem is there is a bulge pushing the tyre slightly off the wheel and brushing the brakes. Do you think this could be due to the fact my tyres are slightly buckled? Any ideas or comments would be most welcome.
Also, would you recommend I ride to work as normal. I know something is not right, instinct tells me its "fairly safe" but the views of you guys would be nice.
G
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It is possible that the weave inside the tyre is damaged.
Whatever the cause, I wouldnt ride anywhere! If its rubbing this is potential puncture territory/blown inner tube etc
Many thanks for the advice. With a little patience and some washing up liquid I sorted the bulge.
Used it on the way to swimming this evening, and.... I did not realise it was possible to have that much fun on a mountain bike, as a very surprised fella on a road bike found out!
Cheers
GG