Suggestions for a CO2 cartridge pump?
05-18-19, 08:58 AM
#26
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And with this, it regulates the CO2 nicely (twisting the tool regulators it) and it's one motion to plug the tire and fill it back up. Genius!
05-18-19, 01:43 PM
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I have the previous version of the one pictured above. I can't imagine a better tool for the job than the one I have, assuming one is riding a road bike (this is the 41). The updated version I fear may be less ideal than the previous version.
05-18-19, 01:44 PM
#28
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Thanks guys.
Not really from a POV of cost saving, but running TL, I have had occasion that the leak persists slowly, and I need to refill. I don't use a full cartridge for a fill, so, even though I carry 2, if I can save some it will be worth it. Just for that ride, till I get home.
I am looking at the Lezyne Control Drive.
Not really from a POV of cost saving, but running TL, I have had occasion that the leak persists slowly, and I need to refill. I don't use a full cartridge for a fill, so, even though I carry 2, if I can save some it will be worth it. Just for that ride, till I get home.
I am looking at the Lezyne Control Drive.
Excellent. Now I have one in each saddle bag.
On one occasion I helped to fix a 20in tire and having well, control over the flow helped.
Threw my older CO2 heads(press on type) into the parts box.
05-18-19, 08:09 PM
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Lezyne for me. I had a flat a couple days ago and was a little worried I’d screw up the inflation, but it worked well (I hadn’t had a flat for three years). I’d suggest that regardless if which CO2 setup you get, make sure to do a test run with it to make certain you kniw what to expect.
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05-19-19, 09:43 AM
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I have helped probably half a dozen people who could not get rolling with their CO2 systems. I have never had to help anyone who had a pump. It's frame pumps for me.
05-19-19, 09:53 AM
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05-19-19, 03:45 PM
#32
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Pro Bike Tool for me for my road bike. I've used it a few times, easy and quick. No more mini pumps, or frame pumps for me.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017KU1DIK...i-a=B017KU1DIK
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017KU1DIK...i-a=B017KU1DIK
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05-20-19, 02:49 AM
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Pro Bike Tool for me for my road bike. I've used it a few times, easy and quick. No more mini pumps, or frame pumps for me.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017KU1DIK...i-a=B017KU1DIK
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017KU1DIK...i-a=B017KU1DIK
I saw in that video that it is a screw on to get it onto your valve. When I had a Lezyne pump [regular pump, not CO2] like that, it would tend to unscrew the valve core. Ever had an issue like that?
05-20-19, 11:02 AM
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No, that has never happened to me, and I have not seen that in any of the reviews I've read on Amazon, and the like. I only use 16g, threaded CO2 cartridges, and carry two with me on rides. I probably should carry three.
05-21-19, 11:11 AM
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I use the Lenzyne Twin Speed, small and easy to use. In fact, had to use it on yesterday's group ride, quick and easy. 
https://www.amazon.com/LEZYNE-Speed-...r=8-6-fkmrnull
https://www.amazon.com/LEZYNE-Speed-...r=8-6-fkmrnull
P.S. I read the reviews on Amazon link which were not very good. All I can say is that when it comes to tire inflation, I think there are a lot of people doing it wrong, that write negative reviews. I have had several Lezyne products (inflators, frame pumps, floor pumps) for several years with a lot of use and they have all been fantastic. YMMV /shrug...
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06-01-19, 05:35 PM
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I have an unthreaded co2 inflator and was wondering if most of the 16g cartridges are the same? I noticed a difference in prices when buying bulk. I also noticed something about shelf life and some for beer kegs etc.
What do you guys suggest? I might start using a frame pump even though I don't get many flats.
Thanks
What do you guys suggest? I might start using a frame pump even though I don't get many flats.
Thanks
06-02-19, 04:19 PM
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PDW Shiny Object for me. The infinite control via a knob is a plus in my book.. as well as near zero space.
06-02-19, 04:51 PM
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I think mine is from Xlabs. It's really small and light and i've used it a number of times.
