Mini pump recommendations

bucknejo

bucknejo

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Anyone have a good mini pump recommendation? Something to take on the trail.

I run tubeless, but lost a rear tire (among other things) today at high mountain park. i had a spare tube and was counting on using my current mini pump to inflate, but of course when i put it on the valve i realized it was broken. thankfully i had a co2 device so i didn't have to walk it in... for that reason. a broken chain about .5 miles later took care of that for me.
 
I don't have a recommendation, but I thought this design is genius, esp if you have skinny arms.

https://www.amazon.com/Aluminum-Portable-Mountain-Activated-Schrader/dp/B01HT1XNNI/

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In the same vein, Blackburn makes a pump called the Wayside. Okay on hard surfaces, kinda sucks on softer stuff, ie: tries to skate away/mash down into the ground. Works good up to 40-50 PSI, after which it becomes a bear to pump, even in HP mode (but so does every other mini-pump).

Itty bitty emergency pumps can inflate those tires, you'll just be pumping until the cows come home. Airstick SL only has 1 moving part, so nothing to break, really...

I like Blackburn, since if it breaks, they'll almost always replace without question.

How much are you willing to carry to offset the unpleasantness of pumping when you need it?
 
For my bikes that I can actually fit it, I like the Zéfal HPX frame-fit pump. For example, it can inflate a (large-ish 1.6-2.0") tire to a ride-able pressure in 40-50 strokes. Those tiny mini (micro?) pumps can't touch that. Spring fit is a plus, but anything seriously bumpy (off-road) needs a strap/pump peg to keep it tight. Anything to keep me from having to carry something else on my back/clanking around.

Looks goofy until you have to use it.
 
wschruba said:
In the same vein, Blackburn makes a pump called the Wayside. Okay on hard surfaces, kinda sucks on softer stuff, ie: tries to skate away/mash down into the ground. Works good up to 40-50 PSI, after which it becomes a bear to pump, even in HP mode (but so does every other mini-pump).

Itty bitty emergency pumps can inflate those tires, you'll just be pumping until the cows come home. Airstick SL only has 1 moving part, so nothing to break, really...

I like Blackburn, since if it breaks, they'll almost always replace without question.

How much are you willing to carry to offset the unpleasantness of pumping when you need it?
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I'm thinking if I spend $30 it will need to last for the rest of my life.
 
I haven't used my Airstick SL in almost 2 years...if I can find it, it's yours, if you want to pick it up/pay for shipping (sometimes [usually] I attend the Allaire ride, but haven't due to work conflict the last few weeks). I've also got a somewhat more decrepit Airstick (older) that uses a flip-lock.
 
iv been less than pleased with the durability of the two lezyne products i have owned, neither lasted beyond the warranty, and i couldnt get in touch with the company for warranty repair/replacement (i bought the second item before the first gave me problems)

i will never buy or recommend their products to anyone.

i have a toppeak hybridrocket hp on my road bike https://www.topeak.com/global/en/products/co2-pumps/407-hybridrocket-hp

and i just got a bontrager pump/co2 inflater for my mountain bike, it is as yet untested so i will refrain from saying any more than it looks nice and durable.
 
weird, price seems to have gone up, it was $43 when i bought it, not the cheapest out there, but definitely reasonable.
 
I normally use a Co2 inflator on the road, but also have this Topeak carbon micro pump... I haven't ever had to use it though. I'd imagine that it would take a million pumps to get a road tire up to pressure.

https://www.bicyclebuys.com/topeak-...MIr_OFss6q2AIVE0wNCh0ysg76EAQYASABEgKJ9PD_BwE

For the MTB, I carry this Big Bore Mini-Pump from Specialized. I pops on and off the valve stem pretty easily and won't accidentally unscrew a valve core and valve stem. It also works with both Shrader and Presta valves and has a hose, which makes pumping easier.

https://www.specialized.com/us/en/air-tool-big-bore-pump/p/131592?color=219342-131592
 
^ this pump is the best pump. Pro tip, coat the shaft with a little T9 to keep it extra buttery.
 
I carry a Blackburn with me in my pack. I have an older model with a functional in-line gauge. This one has been bombproof and unlike some other brands, they offer a true lifetime warranty.

I also carry Dyna-plugs with me. If you don’t know about these.. well, you should.
 
CrankAddictRich said:
For the MTB, I carry this Big Bore Mini-Pump from Specialized. I pops on and off the valve stem pretty easily and won't accidentally unscrew a valve core and valve stem. It also works with both Shrader and Presta valves and has a hose, which makes pumping easier.

https://www.specialized.com/us/en/air-tool-big-bore-pump/p/131592?color=219342-131592
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i found this pump trailside while at thunder mountain, i havent had to use it but it does push significantly more air than another "china" mini pump i had.

i also see alot of youtube mtbers have the klic pumps from crankbrothers, it is next on my list of doodads to buy. i really like the built in gauge.
https://www.amazon.com/Crank-Brothe...1514409673&sr=1-2&keywords=crank+brother+klic
 
C8N said:
Is this the one that YT Seth's Bike Hacks recommended?
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Yes, I've also seen some others using it but they haven't openly recommended it. Everything CB makes is pretty decent and I don't think Seth is sponsored by them so it should be unbiased, I have no reason to question his recommendation.
 
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