Pumps on bikes

MIsterGoof
MIsterGoof Posts: 128
edited October 2011 in Road beginners
I'm looking to buy a pump to pit on the bike for those longer rides.

Having looked around the various retail websites I like the idea of the ones with hose (medical reasons).

Do these pumps fit comfortable to the frame, I ask as I have a Planet X SL Pro (Compact frame) and am concerned that it may not fit on the seat tube too well.

(LBS does not stock 'em, cost not a problem)

thanks for any advice

MG

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  • meanredspider
    meanredspider Posts: 12,337
    Topeak Road Morph - great pump (including hose!) - should be fine on seat or top tube.
    ROAD < Scott Foil HMX Di2, Volagi Liscio Di2, Jamis Renegade Elite Di2, Cube Reaction Race > ROUGH
  • Mad Roadie
    Mad Roadie Posts: 710
    pumps on frames look so messy, unless you get one that fits alongside the bottle holder. go for small, or gas.

    these pumps always get good reviews and have a hose
    http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lezyne-hp-drive-pump-2011/

    or
    http://www.wiggle.co.uk/topeak-turbo-mo ... h-gauge-1/

    but for size weight and convienience - this takes some beating
    http://www.wiggle.co.uk/genuine-innovat ... -co2-pump/
  • Andydaw
    Andydaw Posts: 7
    I would recommend Lezyne. Their pumps are solid and well made.

    Various models and colours, I prefer the mini HP model which has a frame mount although I tend to slip in to a jersey pocket (as per rule #30 on a lighter note!).

    Most of the big web suppliers stock Lezyne I have never found any of my LBS who stock the product, and it is slightly more expensive than some other makes.
    Kona - For the trails
    Cube - For the ride to work
    Trek - For the open road
  • Monty Dog
    Monty Dog Posts: 20,614
    Lezyne Micro Drive HP ticks all the right boxes or go for a decent frame-fit pump like the Topeak Road Warrior which you can fit under the toptube. Many mini-pumps are useless ornaments IME unless you have the forearms of Popeye and the patience of a saint.
    Make mine an Italian, with Campagnolo on the side..
  • cougie
    cougie Posts: 22,512
    +1 for Lezynes. Best mini pumps I've found. I've two now.
  • FSR_XC
    FSR_XC Posts: 2,258
    +1 Leyzne

    Pressure drive is small enough to look tidy on the frame & will pump up to over 100psi without issue.
    Stumpjumper FSR 09/10 Pro Carbon, Genesis Vapour CX20 ('17)Carbon, Rose Xeon CW3000 '14, Raleigh R50

    http://www.visiontrack.com
  • desweller
    desweller Posts: 5,175
    Topeak Road Master Blaster. I don't even use my floor pump any more.
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  • Wacky Racer
    Wacky Racer Posts: 638
    DesWeller wrote:
    Topeak Road Master Blaster. I don't even use my floor pump any more.

    I've got this one, and a mini Lezyne, both perform equally well, both very good pumps in my opinion, but I do find the Topeak more comfortable for pumping and a better grip.
    Ridley Orion
  • nickwill
    nickwill Posts: 2,735
    Go for Lezyne. Mine is several years old now and a bit tatty, but it still works perfectly!
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  • chaymck
    chaymck Posts: 157
    Topeak rave rocket. Tiny will fit in saddle bag but also comes with frame mount, will inflate to 120 psi can be had for 20 quid and a bit.
  • chaymck
    chaymck Posts: 157
    Sorry typo race rocket :oops: :oops:
  • Kenelm62
    Kenelm62 Posts: 1
    I need a new pump but I want one which screws on to the valve the old-fashioned way.

    Is this sort still available or am I stuck with the new fangled type? :?:
  • MIsterGoof
    MIsterGoof Posts: 128
    Hi Kenelm62,
    looking at this thread http://www.bikeradar.com/road/forums/viewtopic.php?t=12804707 I suspect there are some pumps that screw on.

    Best bet would be to go to your LBS (local bike shop) had have a look.

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