if you're on the fence about which mini pump to buy...
11-10-09, 02:25 PM
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I go for the micro rocket now also. (1) It's light weight, (2) It works and (3) It fits into the smallest saddle bag.
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11-10-09, 02:52 PM
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What do you do when you get more flats than c02 that you have???
I carry c02 in addition to a very small mini pump. The pump is usually just to give the tube a little bit of form and to put some air into the flatted tube so I can see where the hole is and inspect the tire accordingly.
I hardly ever have to rely on more then c02 for getting me home, but trust me there will come a day when you will smack yourself for not having a mini pump.
Same reason why I carry a multi-tool with a chain tool on it.
I carry c02 in addition to a very small mini pump. The pump is usually just to give the tube a little bit of form and to put some air into the flatted tube so I can see where the hole is and inspect the tire accordingly.
I hardly ever have to rely on more then c02 for getting me home, but trust me there will come a day when you will smack yourself for not having a mini pump.
Same reason why I carry a multi-tool with a chain tool on it.
11-10-09, 03:05 PM
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Minus 1.
What do you do when you are on a 150-200 mile ride in the middle of nowhere, on a mountain, with no cell service?
With that said, I have CO2. the only time I carry it is:
- A long RR, where there is still a chance to chase the pack after a flat.
- A fast racer-filled group ride, where there is still a chance to chase the pack after a flat.
The mini pump is cheaper, and produces less waste. A regular group ride with your cycling friends, or a solo ride does not need the 5 mins saved by the CO2. I am all for saving money, and producing less waste.
For every other ride, it's my Quicker Pro.
https://www.quickex.com/default.asp?id=200&pId=143
Under 7.5" long, and weighs basically the same as 2 CO2 + inflator.
- It fits easily in my jersey pocket for rides on my solo bike
- For rides on the tandem, I can stuff it in a "stash bottle" (we have 6 bottle cages) along with 2 tubes, patch kit, and micro-tool.
Stash Bottle (not good for roadies, but good for commuters, where you don't need 2 full water bottles, or if you have extra cages):
https://store.somafab.com/stashbottle.html
What do you do when you are on a 150-200 mile ride in the middle of nowhere, on a mountain, with no cell service?
With that said, I have CO2. the only time I carry it is:
- A long RR, where there is still a chance to chase the pack after a flat.
- A fast racer-filled group ride, where there is still a chance to chase the pack after a flat.
The mini pump is cheaper, and produces less waste. A regular group ride with your cycling friends, or a solo ride does not need the 5 mins saved by the CO2. I am all for saving money, and producing less waste.
For every other ride, it's my Quicker Pro.
https://www.quickex.com/default.asp?id=200&pId=143
Under 7.5" long, and weighs basically the same as 2 CO2 + inflator.
- It fits easily in my jersey pocket for rides on my solo bike
- For rides on the tandem, I can stuff it in a "stash bottle" (we have 6 bottle cages) along with 2 tubes, patch kit, and micro-tool.
Stash Bottle (not good for roadies, but good for commuters, where you don't need 2 full water bottles, or if you have extra cages):
https://store.somafab.com/stashbottle.html
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11-10-09, 04:22 PM
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I like my Topeak Mini DX dual-action, because its less than a foot long and can go to 100psi in the shortest amount of pumps(air shoots on both strokes). Plus, its fully presta-compatible too.
11-10-09, 04:29 PM
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Great Pump. I reseached pumps before I bought it.
https://www.performancebike.com/bikes...00_20000_50004
https://www.performancebike.com/bikes...00_20000_50004
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11-10-09, 07:04 PM
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I have a two pressure drive leyzenes - one small, one medium. Haven't tried the medium one yet, but was able to pump air with the mini. No exactly quickly though...
11-10-09, 07:21 PM
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11-10-09, 08:43 PM
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What about the topeak two timer. only 136g, no need to carry a separate CO2???
https://www.cellbikes.com.au/Topeak-T...-CO2-Bike-Pump
https://www.cellbikes.com.au/Topeak-T...-CO2-Bike-Pump
11-10-09, 09:26 PM
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It's ALL base...
I have the Topeak Micro Rocket (55gm) as backup to the AirChuck SL (21gm) and two Co2' carts. It's always on the bike with bottle cage bracket. It's worked fine so far, as backup and as primary on occasion.
Once it dies, I'll definitely look into the Lezyne. They make good stuff.
eta: Loved the Road Morph, but it's a huge sucker (or blower
), and weighs 220 gms. Ouch!
Once it dies, I'll definitely look into the Lezyne. They make good stuff.
eta: Loved the Road Morph, but it's a huge sucker (or blower
), and weighs 220 gms. Ouch!
11-10-09, 10:09 PM
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I have the older version of the Morph...about 6 years old and slightly heavy but by far the best pump i've used.
Always stays on, 120 psi no sweat, schreader and presta, the foot pedal is the ticket....super-quick fillups.
https://www.topeak.com/products/Mini-Pumps/RoadMorphG
Always stays on, 120 psi no sweat, schreader and presta, the foot pedal is the ticket....super-quick fillups.
https://www.topeak.com/products/Mini-Pumps/RoadMorphG
11-10-09, 10:22 PM
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You researched and came up with that? What is your criteria? You must be looking for touring. That's almost as long as a frame pump at 14". Most people looking for a mini pump want something that is small and fits in pouch or a jersey pocket. Alternatively they want something that fits under a bottle cage
11-10-09, 10:24 PM
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It's ALL base...
Yeah. My "research" usually involves reading a metric ****-ton of stuff online, buying something, then figuring out if it actually works the way I need it to. Then re-buying the next version of the thing if it doesn't work out. Fun.
11-11-09, 02:38 AM
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I had the Lezyne pump in my jersey pocket when I crashed on a downhill last March. It basically poked two holes in me, one in my butt cheek and the other in my hip. Bent the snot out of it. The result of that was more painful than the separated shoulder I got at the same time.
I got a new pump, but I keep it on the bottle-cage mount now.
I got a new pump, but I keep it on the bottle-cage mount now.
11-11-09, 08:38 AM
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I've got the Pressure drive in small - been pretty happy with it so far. I can get to ~80psi with it, which is pretty reasonable given how small the unit is. I didn't try the medium size, but would be interested if you can get a little higher with it; you also get a pressure guage in the hose of some of the medium size pumps IIRC.
As others have said, I really like the simple/quality construction of the Lezyne and the hose connection is grea; speaking as someone who's bent a couple of presta valves with the fixed head pumps in the heat of the moment.
As others have said, I really like the simple/quality construction of the Lezyne and the hose connection is grea; speaking as someone who's bent a couple of presta valves with the fixed head pumps in the heat of the moment.
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11-11-09, 10:00 PM
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Quicker is the best mini pump that I have ever seen, if the 100gram differential can be dealt with. I have one in my mountain bike pack. Just nothing but awesome for inflating bike tires.
That said, on my road bike I have a micro rocket with a T-handle. You have to be patient, but it sure is light.
That said, on my road bike I have a micro rocket with a T-handle. You have to be patient, but it sure is light.
