San Antonio Cycling Club Travel Journal

Top Bike Pumps in San Antonio

It must be common practice to check your own wheels just before any bicycle trip, so even though it requires a bit of hard work to keep your bike wheels properly pumped, doing so can help keep you more efficient on your trip and prevent damage to your bicycle. The bicycle pump is among the most basic, required tools to have if you want to carry out your own bicycle upkeep. The lowly pump is intended to function a very simple function – that of adding air to your tires. Despite this, quite a few pumps seem to flunk of the mark. So, here is our top list for Bicycle Pump.

 

Topeak Morph G Bike Pump

Bike pumps are an important part of enjoying a bike ride because it helps you to be prepared to handle any bike problems that may come your way.

One of the well-known options is the Topeak Morph G Pump that comes with many cool and convenient features. The most convenient aspect of this bike pump is that it is highly portable. The design is such that it makes it easy to carry around when you hit the trails. It also combines morph technology in a bike pump and its flexible hose makes it easy to pump. Another cool aspect about this Topeak bike frame pump is that it comes with a padded T-handle that makes it comfortable to pump. Also, the foldout footpad gives a high degree of stability to the pump and makes it easy to place on any ground when needed. One common problem that comes with many pumps is that it gets difficult to get through awkward or tight valve placements, but this bike pump is different. It can work with either schrader (like car tires) or Presta (skinny) valves, and this makes it a great addition to your biking gear. Other features such as its long barrel, inline gauge, a sturdy mounting bracket, and a plastic thumb lock make this bike frame pump with gauge a convenient choice. The best part about this pump is that it weighs only 0.49 pounds and this is another reason why its so easy to carry.

 

Topeak Mini DXG MasterBlaster Bike Pump

The Topeak Mini DXG Master Blaster is a compact bicycle pump designed to be mounted on your bike’s frame. This Topeak bike pump has dual-action pumping which pumps in both directions of motion and therefore can make it faster for users to pump air.

The in-line gauge of the Topeak mini pump displays the current air pressure in the tire. The pump has a thumb-lock lever that locks the pump on the valve stem while inflating. The Topeak Masterblaster bike pump has an aluminum barrel and plastic grip and is relatively light and easy to mount. The mounting bracket uses the same two bolts that hold your water bottle cage. The mount holds the pump slightly off to the side, so you can still attach a water bottle cage with no problem. One fairly unique aspect of the Topeak DXG MasterBlaster is that it has a unique pump head that automatically works on both Presta and Schrader bicycle valve stems — without having to switch out any parts. The dust cap is integrated into the mounting bracket for the bike pump and keeps the head portion clean.

 

Blackburn AirTower 2 Bicycle Pump

The Blackburn AirTower 2 Bicycle Pump is an upgrade from the previous air pumps manufactured by Blackburn. The solid stamped steel base is welded to the barrel of the pump for maximum security. By being constructed in this fashion, the user will never have that wobble effect found with most air pumps.

This structural fact also helps to give this air pump a long and reliable lifespan. The Blackburn AirTower 2 is equipped with an AnyValve head that has a two-stage locking mechanism. This device automatically detects which type of valve you have on your bicycle. It can correctly decide if you have a Presta or Schrader valve so a tight seal can be formed. The handle is an ergonomically shaped T bar which makes it more comfortable for the user to pump air into their tire than most old fashioned tire pumps. Both ends of the handle are accessible so a valve stem can be stored on each side. A dial gauge uses a reliable and accurate diaphragm style to read the pressure of the tire. It is placed at the base of the pump facing up so the user will know just what pressure is in the tire during the pumping process. The pump stands 26” in height with an attached air hose length of 35”. The total weight of the air pump is 3.5 pounds. The volume per stroke is .315 L.

 

SKS Supershort Mini Bike Pump

The SKS Supershort Mini Bike Pump is the shortest and most lightweight high-quality air pump on the market today. It is manufactured by the German company Karl Scheffer-Klute that began making bicycle parts and accessories back in 1932.

The Supershort pump is designed with telescopic features to help make it easier to use and to store when not in use. Its overall length when in the compressed position is only 164 mm or 6 ½ “. When in functional mode there is a T-handle so the user will have a sure grip on the pump’s active mechanism. The T-handle is the cover for the telescoping part of the pump. This mini pump has attachments that allow you to inflate tires with three different types of valves. It is compatible with the US Schrader valve, AV, the Presta valve, SV and the Dunlop valve, DV. The pump itself can inflate a tire up to 87 psi of 6 bars. The total weight of the SKS Supershort Mini Bike Pump is 103 grams or 3.6 ounces. This lightweight mini pump can be easily carried in your pocket or there is also a mounting bracket so it can be secured to the bike frame. The quick-release of the clamp makes it possible to get you back on the road or in the race as fast as possible.

 

Topeak JoeBlow Max HP Floor Pump

The Topeak JoeBlow Max HP Floor Pump is a high-performance air delivery system to help you keep your bicycle tires inflated to the correct pressure for the safest possible ride. To help make this air pump is compatible as possible, it has a heavy-duty double-sided air valve.

It can be used with Presta, Schrader and Dunlap valves. The construction of the pump itself is made to ensure a long life. The main barrel is made of high-quality steel which is securely mounted to a wide composite base so the pumping action is not hindered with side wobble. The top handle has extra padding so a firm grip is always accomplished. At the base of the air, the pump is an analog gauge so you always know the pressure of the tire being filled. The efficiency of these pumps is experienced when it only takes 15 stokes to achieve 100 psi. The maximum amount of pressure this pump is capable of delivering is 160 psi. Therefore, this pump can achieve high enough pressures to be suitable for any type of bike, from fat-tired cruisers to high-pressure tires found on road bikes and triathlon bikes. The hose is extra long for ease of use. It can be securely attached over the top of the handle then partially down the side to help keep the handle in place and protect the end of the hose when it is stored. The overall weight of the Joe Blow is 3.06 lbs.

 

Topeak Peakini II Mini Pump

The Topeak Peakini II Mini-Pump is a single action lightweight air delivery system that is highly efficient. To help give the user a firm grip a T-handle is attached to the top of the pump. This mini pump from Topeak is capable of adding air to a tire up to 90 psi.

It also a seal around Presta, Schrader and Dunlop valve stems. To help protect the internal guts of the air pump there is a side-mounted head dust cap mounted at the end of the air exit nozzle. The ergonomic T-handle is on a swivel so it can be easily used then positioned back for easy and streamlines storage. The head and barrel of this air pump are molded of single construction. The barrel, thumb lock, and T-handle are all made out of a high-quality polymer composite. The size of the Topeak Peakini II Mini-Pump is 10.8” x 2” x 1.3”. The overall weight is 5.46 ounces. This mini pump can be easily mounted to the frame of your bike so you will always have available to your roadside assistance. The Topeak Peakini II Mini-Pump is capable of delivering more air in a single pump that nearly every other mini pumps on the market. This will reduce your downtime due to a flat tire while on the road.

 

LEZYNE Pressure Drive Hand Pump

No one likes getting a flat. With the Lezyne Alloy Drive Hand Pump, the hassle of fixing one on the road or trail just got easier.

The Alloy Drive is a compact high volume hand pump made of custom CNC machined aluminum for precise and lightweight construction. The HP design easily inflates tires to riding pressure with fewer strokes. The overlapping handle and barrel, with oversized piston and shaft, are integrated into a compact design. It comes equipped with Lezyne’s ABS Flex Hose, which has a threaded Presta connection with ABS on one side and a threaded Shrader connection on the other. Lezyne’s Pressure Drive high-pressure design lets you pump up to your desired pressure with 30% fewer strokes then comparable mini-pumps.

 

Schwinn Air Center Plus Floor Pump for Bicycles

You were all ready to go for a ride and… darn it if your tire doesn’t need a little more air. No worries, you have the Schwinn Air Center Plus Floor Pump. Sure, there are plenty of bike pumps out there, but the Air Center

Plus has several key features that make it a great asset when you’re in a pinch. There is a wide metal base that keeps it stable and an indicator-style pump head that takes the guesswork out of wondering if the pump head is truly attached to the valve. When the handle is up the window is green, meaning it is ready to pump. When the handle is down, the window is red, meaning it isn’t ready to pump. Easy, right? You have the option of a Presta or Schrader valve so all the bikes in the family are covered. With a pump, the height of the barrel is equal to the capacity, which is how much air the pump can push into the tire per pump. With a 21.5-inch barrel height and a 38mm diameter steel barrel, you’ll get a nice gust of air with each pump, which means fewer pumps for a fully-inflated tire. There are molded handles for comfort, a convenient mid-level top view gauge that pumps to 120 PSI, and an included sports ball needle and inflation cone for all your pumping needs. Nothing is holding you back, enjoy the ride with a Schwinn.

 

Vibrelli Mini Bike Pump & Glueless Puncture Repair Kit

Your Sidekick on the Road or Trail. Automatically Fits Both Presta and Schrader Valves. Easily switch between Presta and Schrader valves using the ‘Super Fit Clever Valve’, no valve changing needed. Includes Mini Glueless Patch Kit. Emergency glueless patch kit included. No glue needed, simply peel and apply and be riding in minutes. Using a Vibrelli Mini Bike Pump you will Never be caught out with a puncture again. Pumps to 120 PSI – Telescope Design. The‘Telescope’ handle allows changing from high pressure to high volume pumping quick and easy for both MTB and Road Bikes. Features: Durable Design: Made with 6061 Aluminium Alloy, Pumps to 120 PSI: Switch between High Volume and High-Pressure mode, Includes: Ball Inflation Needle, Includes: Mounting Bracket and Allen Key to attach to your frame, Lightweight: Weighs just 150g / 5.3oz.

 

AerGun X-1000 Bike Pump

High-Quality Pump Head for Better a Better Pump! The AerGun AerTight Pump Head is among the Best Pump Heads available on any bicycle pump today because it uses heavy-duty metal components, instead of flimsy plastics. This makes it a longer lasting durable bicycle pump. Even so, it remains very easy to use; No Fiddling, Switching or Adapters Needed. The pump also has a convenient Pressure Release Valve to quickly and precisely remove air from tires to adjust for different types of training or riding (trail, road, race, weather, and so on).