Keep Your Commute Rolling: Comprehensive Tire Pressure & Puncture Care Tracker

Commuter Name

Primary Bike Type Used for Commuting

How many bikes do you regularly use for commuting?

Please list each bike and its primary use case (e.g., 'Bike 1: Road bike for fair weather, Bike 2: Hybrid for rain')

Please list each bike and its primary use case:

Describe your typical commute route (distance, terrain, road quality):

Total number of commuting days per week:

Average Daily Commuting Distance (one way)

Typical Road Conditions Encountered

Do you regularly ride in wet or rainy conditions?

Describe your wet weather tire pressure adjustments and any specific concerns:

Do you carry heavy loads during your commute (cargo, panniers, backpack over 5kg)?

Maximum typical load weight (in kg):

How does load weight affect your rear tire pressure management?

Do you perform pre-ride tire checks before every commute?

How much time do you spend on pre-ride checks?

Do you visually inspect tires for debris, cuts, or wear before riding?

Do you perform a manual squeeze test to feel for proper inflation?

Do you check tire tread depth regularly?

How do you measure tread depth and what is your replacement threshold?

Do you use a pressure gauge for accurate PSI verification before riding?

How confident are you in your pressure gauge accuracy? (1 = Not confident, 5 = Very confident)

Rate the effectiveness of your current pre-ride routine

Weekly Tire Pressure & Condition Tracker

Do you check pressure more frequently on your rear tire due to load weight?

What is your acceptable PSI loss threshold before taking action?

Have you experienced slow leaks that caused gradual pressure loss over days?

Describe the symptoms, affected wheel(s), and suspected causes:

What is your primary method for testing tire leaks?

Do you perform the overnight pressure drop test (check PSI before bed and after waking)?

What PSI drop indicates a problem requiring immediate attention?

Do you mark the tube/tire alignment to locate recurring punctures in the same spot?

Describe your marking method and any patterns you've discovered:

Have you used the submerged bubble test to locate hard-to-find leaks?

Rate the effectiveness of the bubble test for finding leaks

Preferred sealant brand (if using tubeless-ready or tubeless setups):

How confident are you in your ability to locate and identify leak sources? (1 = Not confident, 5 = Very confident)

How many inner tubes have you replaced in the past 12 months?

How many patches have you successfully applied in the past 12 months?

Average cost per inner tube (in your local currency):

Do you maintain a written or digital log of tube repairs and replacements?

Describe your logging system (notebook, app, spreadsheet, etc.):

When do you decide to replace a tube rather than patch it?

Do you carry spare inner tubes during your daily commute?

How many spare tubes do you typically carry?

Do you carry a patch kit as backup?

What type of patch kit do you carry?

How reliable do you find patched tubes for daily commuting?

Do you carry tire levers for removing tires from rims?

Do you carry a portable pump or inflation device?

What type of portable inflation device do you carry?

Do you carry a separate pressure gauge (not just the one on your pump)?

Which emergency repair tools do you always carry on commutes? (Select all that apply)

Have you ever had to repair a flat tire during a commute?

Describe the situation, location, and repair process:

How long does it typically take you to repair a flat and resume riding?

Do you practice flat repairs at home to reduce roadside repair time?

How often do you practice and what specific skills do you focus on?

Do you have a backup transportation plan if your bike becomes unrideable?

Describe your backup plan (public transit, ride share, call partner, etc.):

How significantly does temperature change affect your tire pressure? (1 = No effect, 5 = Very significant effect)

Do you adjust tire pressure for wet or rainy riding conditions?

Describe your pressure adjustments for wet conditions:

Do you increase tire pressure when carrying heavy loads or riding on rough roads?

Do you use tire liners or puncture-resistant strips for additional protection?

Describe the product used and its effectiveness:

How often do you check tire pressure during winter/cold months?

How often do you check tire pressure during summer/hot months?

Have you experienced pressure loss due to altitude changes (e.g., moving between sea level and hills)?

Which environmental factors most affect your tire maintenance? (Select all that apply)

Do you store your bike indoors (protected from temperature extremes)?

How often do you perform a full tire and tube inspection?

Do you set calendar or phone reminders for tire pressure checks?

How frequently do your reminders prompt you to check?

Date of last comprehensive tire maintenance (pressure check, inspection, rotation):

Date of next scheduled tire check:

Do you rotate your front and rear tires (or wheels) to ensure even wear?

After how many miles/kilometers do you rotate?

Do you inspect rim tape condition during tube changes?

What rim tape issues have you found and how do you address them?

Do you regularly check and tighten valve cores (if removable)?

How many miles/kilometers do you typically get from a single inner tube before replacement?

Rate how tire pressure affects these aspects of your commute:

Have you noticed significant speed differences when tires are at optimal vs. low pressure?

Have you noticed comfort differences when adjusting pressure for rough vs. smooth roads?

What is the most important factor for your commuting tire setup?

Have you considered switching to a tubeless tire setup?

What is preventing you from switching or what benefits are you hoping to gain?

Overall satisfaction with your current tire and tube setup

Additional observations or feedback about tire performance:

Which pressure measurement tools do you own? (Select all that apply)

Do you have a dedicated pump at your workplace?

Do you have a dedicated pump at home?

Total number of functional bike pumps you own (home, work, portable):

Do you carry valve adapters (Presta to Schrader or vice versa)?

Which valve adapters do you have?

What valve types are present on your commuter bike(s)?

Do you have a torque wrench or tool for checking valve core tightness?

How often do you replace your pump's rubber seals or gaskets?

Please sign to confirm you've completed this maintenance log accurately