Originally Posted by
AndyK
I carry CO2, and one of these tiny beauties, in case of emergency:
Sure, it takes 10 minutes, but this pump can give you enough air to get you home when the CO2 runs out, and it's the size of a cigar.
Originally Posted by
merlinextraligh
IMHO, C02 cartridge and a micro pump is the best of both worlds: quick fix for 99% of flats, and enough to get you home on the rare occassion you have multiple flats.
+2
Just good practice to have a backup, IMO. Besides, the best way to install a new tube is to pre-inflate it a bit to avoid pinch flats, and the pump is perfect for that.
One time, I used the micro-rocket by itself when I blew through all the Co2 cartridges I was carrying. I had made a bad choice in tube stem length for the depth of the rims I was using, and didn't realize it until I was on the way to ride with friends, it was very early, very dark, and I was almost too late for the meet-up.
You never know...