hand pump recommendation

seeking recommendation for a hand pump to replace the full-size frame
pump I've been using, would need something that fits into a smallist
rear pack. recommendations/experiences/alternatives?

On Jan 13, 2:21 pm, bobdobbs wrote:
seeking recommendation for a hand pump to replace the full-size frame
pump I've been using, would need something that fits into a smallist
rear pack. recommendations/experiences/alternatives?

Topeak make a range of nice little pumps and have stellar customer
service if you need small parts or warranty replacement.

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bobdobbs wrote:

seeking recommendation for a hand pump to replace the full-size frame
pump I've been using, would need something that fits into a smallist
rear pack. recommendations/experiences/alternatives?

There are no good pumps like that. There is a range from poor to awful
to choose from. Keep your frame pump.

On Jan 13, 1:21*pm, bobdobbs wrote:
seeking recommendation for a hand pump to replace the full-size frame
pump I've been using, would need something that fits into a smallist
rear pack. recommendations/experiences/alternatives?

I agree with both other responders, in that Topeak's pumps have been
fine for me (I've got a Mountain Morph), and also that the small pumps
are never as good as frame pumps from the perspective of pumping
performance. If it's size or weight that you want to reduce, you might
consider a pump that's "in between" a frame pump and one of the small,
light, but poor-functioning models. The Topeak Mini Morph might be
worth considering. It's not clear what you mean by "rear pack", but
the Mini Morph should fit if you use a traditional saddlebag rather
than a tiny "seat wedge" that barely holds a wallet and patch kit, let
alone food, clothing, and camera. (If you don't already use a
saddlebag, I highly recommend them. To me, the extra weight is well
worth the carrying capacity, and since mine is narrower than my body I
doubt it contributes significant drag.)

Stephen Greenwood

On Jan 13, 4:39 pm, Stephen Greenwood
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On Jan 13, 1:21 pm, bobdobbs wrote:

seeking recommendation for a hand pump to replace the full-size frame
pump I've been using, would need something that fits into a smallist
rear pack. recommendations/experiences/alternatives?

I agree with both other responders, in that Topeak's pumps have been
fine for me (I've got a Mountain Morph), and also that the small pumps
are never as good as frame pumps from the perspective of pumping
performance.

Nope, but they're small! I've not had a single flat since I sold a
city bike that had those terrible WTB Slickasaurus tires a year and a
half ago. I only use my tiny Topeak to top up the city bike's Schrader
valves as the floor pump is presta only. If and when I do flat, an
extra couple minutes churning away with the Topeak isn't the end of
the world. If you actually do get a good number of flats, indeed stick
with a frame pump like a classic Zefal HP series

bobdobbs wrote:
seeking recommendation for a hand pump to replace the full-size frame
pump I've been using, would need something that fits into a smallist
rear pack. recommendations/experiences/alternatives?

Topeak Pocket Rocket + a CO2 inflator.

~PB

On Sun, 13 Jan 2008 15:07:47 -0600, Tim McNamara wrote:

In article
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bobdobbs wrote:

seeking recommendation for a hand pump to replace the full-size frame
pump I've been using, would need something that fits into a smallist
rear pack. recommendations/experiences/alternatives?

There are no good pumps like that. There is a range from poor to awful
to choose from. Keep your frame pump.

I wouldn't say they're "terrible." Slower maybe. My Barbieri CarbOne
works to over 120psi, if you want to keep pumping that long. Otherwise, a
couple hundred strokes does the job just fine.

Matt O.

On Jan 13, 2:21*pm, bobdobbs wrote:
seeking recommendation for a hand pump to replace the full-size frame
pump I've been using, would need something that fits into a smallist
rear pack. recommendations/experiences/alternatives?


I use a Topeak Road Morph (with inline gauge) as a spare pump, which I
keep at work. Here is a link to 21 reviews, which are generally
favorable http://www.mtbr.com/reviews/Pump/product_86619.shtml .

My primary (floor) pump is at home, which I use 99% of the time. I
would not even think about giving up my floor pump. If it were to
break, I would buy another one right away.

I inflate 20" tires to 90psi. The first 70lbs is not too bad, but the
last 20lbs is not easy or quick. If the alternative is walking, I
would use the pump. I am thinking about buying another floor pump for
the office, so I never need to use the Topeak.

I have never used any other mini pump, but it sounds like Topeak is
the best of the bunch. So I guess the others are real junk.

The inline gauge is not very accurate, and you need to have eagle
vision to read it at all.

This pump might be too big - here are the specs:

http://www.topeak.com/t8/products/mi...roadmorphg.php

I rarely get flats on the road, since I have been using Schwalbe
Marathon Plus tires.

J.

On Jan 13, 2:21 pm, bobdobbs wrote:
seeking recommendation for a hand pump to replace the full-size frame
pump I've been using, would need something that fits into a smallist
rear pack. recommendations/experiences/alternatives?

My recommendation is to stay with the frame pump.
FP's way better than a minipump.

On Mon, 14 Jan 2008 05:35:24 -0800 (PST), Jay
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I have never used any other mini pump, but it sounds like Topeak is
the best of the bunch. So I guess the others are real junk.

Topeak pumps are good, but there are others. SKS also have a range of
excellent pumps. This one, for example:

http://www.sks-germany.com/sks.php?l=en&a=product&i=1371259900

is designed for road bikes and will pump to 10 bars (144psi).