My cheapo mini pump finally crapped out on me and I'm looking for a new one to keep in my messenger bag. I'm considering the Planet Bike Micropro:

I'm sure at least a few of you here have one. Would you recommend it or is it junk?
Any other suggestions?

I use this one on two bikes that I ride.

https://www.performancebike.com/bikes...551_1031044_-1___

It looks like a blackburn pump....

I say look into this:
https://bikeisland.com/cgi-bin/BKTK_S...ils&ProdID=390

Best mini pump I've ever used and I've gone through a lot; light but solidly built; super efficient pumping; surprisingly accurate gauge too; I like it so much I found myself using it more then my old pista floor pump

Not sure if you would determine it's worth $35 bucks for it tho....

I have several, but the best is a Silca Universal, which telescopes out from about 7.5" to 16" when in use to double the stroke. It has a metal head and shaft and is quite sturdy and effective.

>>>>>> https://www.cambriabike.com/shopexd.a...STEP+MINI+PUMP

https://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/...=9306&eid=5134

i have this one. love it.

This thread is relevant to my interests. Although I'd limit my choices to something with a hose, those are absolutely necessary for me.

if you're just gonna keep it in your bag then get the Road Morph G. It's not mini, but it's not being kept on the frame.

Lezyne Pressure Drive, size small. It's tiny but has a hose, which stores inside the body. I got it because I loved their floor pump so much. Rated up to 120psi and claims to require 30% fewer strokes than 'conventional' pumps. Not sure why I was expecting otherwise, but it's still a pain in the ass to get a tire anywhere close to pressure. I guess it's the same for all mini pumps.

I also considered the Lezyne Micro Floor Drive. It's the same style as a Topeak Road Morph where it folds out into a mini floor pump with peg and hose, but I think it's more bombproof than Topeak due to metal construction. I just wanted something a little more tiny. But I've since grabbed some CO2 and relegated the mini pump to backup status.

I don't really mind paying a bit for a good pump that's durable, small and can fully inflate a tire. Having a gauge would also be a plus. As I've been poking around online tonight doing some research (and going slightly mad because there are so many options, hence this thread), I see that Topeak offers a few minis constructed of metal. The Road Morph G looks awesome but is a little bigger than I'd like. I'm now considering this guy:

The Topeak Mini DGX inflates up to 140psi, is 9" long with a metal thumb lock and has an inline gauge. So many choices!

This badboy (lezyne micro floor drive HPG) is 2" shorter than Road Morph and has a gauge (there's also a gauge-less HP version). But a Topeak Mini Morph is an inch and a half shorter still so maybe that's what you want.

I kind of think a gauge is unneeded on the road but maybe that's just me. At a certain point of messing around it just becomes "good enough" to either get me home or to a gas station.

You're right. Maybe a gauge isn't really super necessary. I've been carrying the mini pump I had as well as a gauge, so my reason for thinking of getting a pump with a gauge would be to get rid of carrying something. Thanks for all the suggestions so far!

Why not just use CO2 for on the road repairs?

+1 on the Lezyne. It does 120psi - perfect for my Gatorskins. So I just pump till I cant pump anymore, and they come out just right. Its super light (I just have one in my bag with me all the time), seems solidly made, and the best part is you can get them super cheap - mine was $20NZ, which is about $14US.

Highly recommended.

dont mess around. just get the topeak mini morph w/ gauge.

best mini pump ever.

Look at me - I'm a caveman. CO2 is cool for repairs but I like keeping a manual mini pump in my bag for the times I just need to bring my tires up to pressure. It may seem dumb because I do have a decent floor pump at home but hey, that's how I roll.

i've been using a crank bros mini with the gauge. can't say i'd recommend it, though i do enjoy having the gauge. anything after 80psi becomes pretty tough. for a bigger guy like myself, i need to know that i'm at least close to 110psi. i can't remember when's the last time i had a flat out on a ride, and the only time i bust out my pump is to help riding buddies who don't want to use their co2. but if i were to shop for a pump again, i'd look for something with a hose and a gauge.

Yeah the hose is key in a mini imo because if you're busting your ass pumping you'd rather not also have to be careful with holding the nozzle just right. Plus it can be used with the tire mounted, whereas a normal mini you're kinda supposed to have the tire off.

Personally I weigh a buck fifty and only roll 90-95psi on my 25s anyway so if I get it to 80 I'm back on the road haha. If I required >100 I would def get a Lezzy Micro Floor Drive or a Mini Morph.

I can accept that.

Someone needs to make mini floor pumps with gauges and long hoses, that would be perfect. And make it so you could fold the little foot things up. God, I'm a genius.

Speaking of high pressure; topeak's morph series can easily go up to psi's 100+ from my experience although it might take a few extra repetitions to reach those due to expansion of its aluminum body which can easily be overcome by pumping less rapidly or giving it a couple of seconds between pumps. But these problems plague all pump action pumps..... pocket sized or not through durations of use....

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Lezyne.
After you have handled one, you will realize that all the rest are toys.

oh mai, a couple have already been posted just here

I vote for the road morph just because it's really easy to get to 100 psi. The gauge is a plus, but there are ways to get by without one. But that Lezyne looks pretty cool

You should look into a mini pump/ co2 combo. I hate manual pumping since I got my co2, but running out of cartridges is a concern. I believe bontrager makes one.

I had a mini pump for a while. I'm admittedly not to good at using it. I busted off valve heads more than once. Since then I've been using CO2. Gotta love the convenience. Once, during a race, I changed my rear tube in under 4 minutes. I'd like to see someone do that with a mini pump. I only use 3-4 of the CO2 guys a year (that's a total guess, I haven't ever really kept track).