The bicycle pump is one of the most basic, mandatory tools to own if you want to carry out your own bike maintenance.
The lowly pump is designed to serve a very simple purpose — that of adding air to your tyres. Despite this, many pumps seem to fall short of the mark. So we've put together this guide to tell you want to look for, and what to avoid, when buying a bike pump.
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Types of bike pump
Every cyclist needs a decent track pump (also known as a floor pump), and if you're building a home workshop it really should be one of your first purchases. This style of pump will almost always offer a long flexible hose, pressure gauge and large chamber for quick air transfer.
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While a portable hand pump (or mini pump) can be used as your only option, it really shouldn't be your first port of call. Portable pumps are designed for emergencies or occasional use and so are kept compact and light.
With these size constraints come comprises. The main issue is that these pumps stress the valve stem, eventually leading to a leaking or useless inner tube. There are pumps on the market that add a flexible hose to remove this issue, but you're still left pumping longer than you would do with a track pump, and in many cases, not able to reach the ideal pressure.
Things to consider when buying a bike pump
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