First Flat In Years
09-24-10 | 09:20 AM
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I've tried the topeak and had trouble putting enough pressure in. Recently purchased the Lezyne HPG mini floor pump... It works great, I could easily use it to put 120 psi into a tire (its rated to 160 psi). Its pretty small and light. Also the hose is long enough that you can even put the valve in the 4 o-clock position needed/recommended for slime tires and still place the pump on the ground and use as a floor pump.
Only problem I had was actually getting Lezyne to actually ship the product--took multiple follow-ups. If you want one get it from your LBS and not directly from Lezyne--they seem to have some problems with their online ordering system and sales department.
Only problem I had was actually getting Lezyne to actually ship the product--took multiple follow-ups. If you want one get it from your LBS and not directly from Lezyne--they seem to have some problems with their online ordering system and sales department.
09-24-10 | 12:41 PM
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If you're worried about weight, I'd go with this pump. https://www.amazon.com/Barbieri-CarbO.../dp/B000PMGKO8
I have two, and paid less than the price listed (I believe I got them on sale at $19/each). They work fairly well. About 200 strokes to get the tire up high enough to ride home.
I have two, and paid less than the price listed (I believe I got them on sale at $19/each). They work fairly well. About 200 strokes to get the tire up high enough to ride home.
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A conclusion is the place where you got tired of thinking. - S. Wright
Favorite rides in the stable: Indy Fab CJ Ti - Colnago MXL - S-Works Roubaix - Habanero Team Issue - Jamis Eclipse carbon/831
09-24-10 | 01:05 PM
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On top of that get a wedge. Small bag to fit under the saddle. In it I carry one spare tube- 2x Tyre levers- repair kit and a multitool. No need to carry much as you won't need it with your luck.
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09-24-10 | 01:07 PM
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I've always felt kind of demented or perverted pumping up a tire with a minipump along the side of the road while dressed in tight fitting lycra. If I turned my back to traffic I think the motion the driver saw would look even stranger. It’s almost impossible to hold the pump to the wheel, and go at it, without looking like, you know... 
A good case for CO2
A good case for CO2
09-24-10 | 02:36 PM
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I've always felt kind of demented or perverted pumping up a tire with a minipump along the side of the road while dressed in tight fitting lycra. If I turned my back to traffic I think the motion the driver saw would look even stranger. It’s almost impossible to hold the pump to the wheel, and go at it, without looking like, you know...
A good case for CO2
A good case for CO2
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A conclusion is the place where you got tired of thinking. - S. Wright
Favorite rides in the stable: Indy Fab CJ Ti - Colnago MXL - S-Works Roubaix - Habanero Team Issue - Jamis Eclipse carbon/831
09-24-10 | 02:47 PM
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I've always felt kind of demented or perverted pumping up a tire with a minipump along the side of the road while dressed in tight fitting lycra. If I turned my back to traffic I think the motion the driver saw would look even stranger. It’s almost impossible to hold the pump to the wheel, and go at it, without looking like, you know...
A good case for CO2
A good case for CO2
09-24-10 | 05:31 PM
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I'm lucky I guess, because I get flats often and have become quite adept at repairing them. Topeak Road Morph pump gets me up to max pressure. It's the only pump I use since ever since the gauge on my floor pump quit working. I usually patch on the spot, but swapping out with a spare tube would be quicker and the punctured tube can be patched after the ride. I always carry spare tube and patch kit because sometimes you get more than one flat and sometimes the flatted tube is irreparable by patching. Pump only, no CO2. Pump can be reused, empty CO2 canister must be safely disposed of, and a new one must be purchased.
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Paying for air is a violation of the principles upon which this nation was founded. Give me free air or give me death.
09-24-10 | 05:37 PM
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I have purchased ice but not recently. I am car free and only carry water, frozen or otherwise. when paid to do so. I have been paid to transport bottled water many times, but I always resent it.
09-24-10 | 07:50 PM
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09-26-10 | 03:39 PM
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09-26-10 | 04:36 PM
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09-26-10 | 07:35 PM
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Except when I get flats.
Please don't let the flat gods think I am boasting. Every time I get sucked into one of these threads I just KNOW I'm tempting them to really mess with me.
I have been there. Don't want to go back. Flats are not "rest stops" in 95F and 95% or if the sandflys and mosquitoes are out to play.
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09-27-10 | 08:49 AM
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As for the pump / CO2 debate, I have no problem with getting 110lbs in my tire with my Topek Pocket Rocket, but it takes a while. If I am on a solo ride or out with a few friends, that's what I carry and that's fine.
If am on a training ride with a group, it just seems like common courtesy to have CO2, so I'm not holding up the group any longer than necessary. One group's 'no drop' policy is "You have five minutes to repair your flat and then we're on our way..."
If am on a training ride with a group, it just seems like common courtesy to have CO2, so I'm not holding up the group any longer than necessary. One group's 'no drop' policy is "You have five minutes to repair your flat and then we're on our way..."
