Stupid Question ahead - I suck at pumping up my tires!

[Laterider21958]

My thanks to makbike, Kano and indysteel for their replies to my request. I now know much more about valves and how to use them.

It seems the pumps I have will adapt to either, and I have been using the correct connection. I think it must be my lack of technique that is causing the problems. I'll keep working on that.

[stacie13]

Laterider - just like GLC1968 says, practice! I am starting to get the hang of it too. It is totally my technique I'm sure of it. Good luck!

[roguedog]

I had this issue too. Really frustrating. Then I got a Silca pump and my life is much better. I think it's their "nozzle" ? that makes it easier. There's not really anyway for the air to leak out since their "nozzle"? kinda swallows the valve.

Stupid proof. Perfect for me.

[lizbids]

Hahaha I thought I was the only one who had a Presta-shock when I got my new bike. I like the Schraeders better....is there any benefit to a Presta valve? I find them annoying, to be honest, but maybe if I new a little more about them, I'd appreciate them more?