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I've gone tubeless with my wheels and I was not convinced. But I have eaten my hat, as I now just pull the thorns out and the tyre stays up.
But I still carry lightweight tubes as I don't want to be in a position of not being able to fix a tubeless flat.
One thing I'm looking at is replacing the humble bike pump.
I'm interested to know what pumps do you take on a bikepacking trip?
But I still carry lightweight tubes as I don't want to be in a position of not being able to fix a tubeless flat.
One thing I'm looking at is replacing the humble bike pump.
I'm interested to know what pumps do you take on a bikepacking trip?
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For me it has to be something with a proper flexible hose attachment and a decent amount of volume, even if it's a touch heavier.
I personally use the Lezyne Alloy Drive V2 at the moment, though thankfully (after experimenting with a bunch of "sub standard" tyres and tubeless) I haven't needed it in a while.
I personally use the Lezyne Alloy Drive V2 at the moment, though thankfully (after experimenting with a bunch of "sub standard" tyres and tubeless) I haven't needed it in a while.
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That's the one of the ones I've been looking at. I see they do a small and medium size. Would you think having a small just for the odd time I would use it would be good enough?
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I don't see why not. At worst it'll just mean you spend a bit more time pumping the tyre / have to get a bit closer to it because of a smaller hose.
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I have an older version of that, best mini pump i've ever had.
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I carry a lezyne micro floor drive. It's a bit bigger but I have managed to reseat 29+ tires on the trail side with it after fixing Torn side walls.
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mountain morph for me - because thats what ive always used and its been fairly robust. over the years.
i usually end up handing it over to people with micro mini super light 1/4inch stroke pumps to do the job propper.
on my touring bike i carry a road morph.
they live inside the rear triangle with the bracket ziptied to the seatstay.
i usually end up handing it over to people with micro mini super light 1/4inch stroke pumps to do the job propper.
on my touring bike i carry a road morph.
they live inside the rear triangle with the bracket ziptied to the seatstay.
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and another. Had one for years, never let me down or caused any concern.+1 for the Mountain Morph
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I've got the lezyne as well, the double ended flexi connector is the best I've used. Only had to use it on my bike once since going tubeless 5 years ago but often have to get it out on group rides when I can't watch someone struggling with their cheap pump any longer.
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A super cheap Phaart pump from OnOne I got for 50p!
Weighs nowt, takes up little space and pumps out about as much air as an asthmatic breathing through a straw!
I only really use it for adding air after letting some out for a descent, works in a pinch.
My main pump for punctures is a co2 bulb but no good for tubeless really, only for filling up new tubes quickly.
Co2 comes on every ride, long trips I add a spare bulb and bikepacking I add the cheapo backup pump.
Maybe I'm lucky (or just a featherweight) but I've only had 3 punctures in just under 3000miles, between both mtb and road bikes and both on lightweight tubes.
So I dont worry too much but i still never go anywhere without a spare tube,co2,tyre lever,glueless patches and 2 individual hex keys, bare minimal for the rare chance I need them
Weighs nowt, takes up little space and pumps out about as much air as an asthmatic breathing through a straw!
I only really use it for adding air after letting some out for a descent, works in a pinch.
My main pump for punctures is a co2 bulb but no good for tubeless really, only for filling up new tubes quickly.
Co2 comes on every ride, long trips I add a spare bulb and bikepacking I add the cheapo backup pump.
Maybe I'm lucky (or just a featherweight) but I've only had 3 punctures in just under 3000miles, between both mtb and road bikes and both on lightweight tubes.
So I dont worry too much but i still never go anywhere without a spare tube,co2,tyre lever,glueless patches and 2 individual hex keys, bare minimal for the rare chance I need them
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The Lezyne pumps are very nicely made bits of kit but be aware that when you unscrew the connector it can remove the valve core. I won't use them.
Wifey lost our track pump the weekend before we going to France so I ordered a Lezyne as a replacement and a mini pump as well. They turned up the morning we were leaving so I popped them in the van and off we go. Next morning was a sportiv (the Ardechoise) so all ready to go I check the tyre pressures on the bikes. Unscrew the pump from the first tube and the valve core comes with it. Tried another couple of times and same story. Luckily I had a Zefal HPX with me. That evening I tried both the Lezyne track and mini pump on all the tubes I had with me, about 10 in all. They removed the valve cores from every tube. The pumps were screwed on tight enough to create a seal but certainly not over tightened. The tubes were all Conti or Michelin.
Wifey lost our track pump the weekend before we going to France so I ordered a Lezyne as a replacement and a mini pump as well. They turned up the morning we were leaving so I popped them in the van and off we go. Next morning was a sportiv (the Ardechoise) so all ready to go I check the tyre pressures on the bikes. Unscrew the pump from the first tube and the valve core comes with it. Tried another couple of times and same story. Luckily I had a Zefal HPX with me. That evening I tried both the Lezyne track and mini pump on all the tubes I had with me, about 10 in all. They removed the valve cores from every tube. The pumps were screwed on tight enough to create a seal but certainly not over tightened. The tubes were all Conti or Michelin.
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I *might* have had that problem Once or twice or ...Pirahna wrote:The Lezyne pumps are very nicely made bits of kit but be aware that when you unscrew the connector it can remove the valve core. I won't use them.
On my road bike the Lezyne pump has a nice mount that fits in to the bottle cage mount and doesn't foul your foot when pedalling which the Mountain Morph does.
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the clues in the name of the pump whitestone
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I know - was worth a try just to seeTrail-rat wrote:the clues in the name of the pump whitestone
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I had the same problem with my lazy eye pump also, miles from anywhere! I ended up having to leave the hose in place and taping it to the spokes. I now pinch the core with a small set of pliers/leatherman. Works fine so far. Other than that it's a great pump.
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Odd, have never had that happen. I'm usually pretty careful about how I put it on / take it off though I guess.
Better than the risk of bending the valve with the sort that you just clamp straight on in my opinion.
Better than the risk of bending the valve with the sort that you just clamp straight on in my opinion.