Nitrogen filling improves a city bike's mileage
Sold at every second petrol pump. Does nothing at city speeds. It failed for most people who tried it — only 0% of 0 independent reports confirmed it.
Why it works
Nitrogen holds pressure marginally better over months, which matters in aviation and racing. On a commuter bike checked fortnightly there is nothing left for it to improve.
Source · https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/tire-buying-maintenance/should-you-use-nitrogen-in-car-tires-a6260003694/
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