Never use a Pump Again! // Flextail Tiny Bike Pump Review

[@VeloObscura]

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[@brutus7319]

I guess the motor is not powerful enough to start the compressor against pressure. So after deciding you have to add more air, it would be better to start the compressor and then connect it to the valve. So it makes sense that it started by not pressing as hard, so it could leak air and made the start easier. Thanks for the good review, I miss a pressure gauge as well.

[@VeloObscura]

Yep, that could well be the case. Again, I suppose that's a limitation of the size. I considered starting the pump before connecting to the valve, but the instructions included with the pump indicate you should attach the pump first, so for the purpose of the review I need to try my best to use the product as the manufacturer intended. The lack of pressure gauge is definitely the biggest con to this pump! Thanks for commenting!

[@draugmithrin]

Got one of those but branded Cyclami, gets a Conti Ultrasport 25mm tyre up to 90PSI pressure in 2 minutes (rideable pressure in 1 minute).

[@simonrussell734]

Thanks for the review. It may just be a distrust of small electronic overheating devices (they work until they don't), but I feel like any situation I'd want this I'd end up taking a normal pump as a backup. And I already carry enough stuff with me on most rides!

[@VeloObscura]

Yep, totally with you, Simon. It's a really nifty little pump, but I see it as a convenience for day rides - definitely not for touring. Cheers!

[@JoshuaDomoslai]

Very cool. But i still would rather have a mini manual hand pump for the shear reliability factor. Theres some really sweet small hand held pumps out there now a days.

[@louisrafaelcom]

On the rare occasion you actually need to fix a flat (none for me in over 5000km now), you'll be able to make do with a really lightweight manual pump until you reach a petrol station (keep the car valve adapter in your kit), bike shop or public track pump. I have the Topeak Micro Rocket Carbon, which weighs half as much as this and doesn't have to be recharged. It cost me €30 which means I can have one living on every bike without breaking the bank and without having to remember to bring it on every ride.

[@GarysCam626_mtb]

That doesn't imply to someone doing enduro type trails though,this would appeal more to this type of riding as not all tubeless sealant is compatible with co2, making a little pump like this the only other option

[@louisrafaelcom]

@@GarysCam626_mtb I never mentioned CO2. I use a normal small pump.

[@KaushikNSanji]

Thanks for the review. I believe there are much better ones in the market right now - 1. Fumpa Pumps 2. Cycplus 3. Fanttik X8 Ace, X8 and X9 Pro

[@VeloObscura]

Thanks for commenting! I don't have any experience with the others, but the specs didn't seem as good on paper as this one and the Fumpa seems pretty big. I haven't actually heard of the Fanttik ones - I'll go look them up! Cheers

[@MrWattsinside]

I use a fumpa pump for touring. Does get very hot and probably only 2 full flats in each charge. Australian made too.

[@MrWattsinside]

Mine has inbuilt gauge too

[@VeloObscura]

Yeah, I forgot to mention it in the review, but I think that's my main criticism of this one - the lack of a gauge. The Fumpa is a lot bigger though.

[@MrWattsinside]

@VeloObscura fumpa does 3 sizes I think.

[@joshandjamesvosperfromhere6887]

Thanks for the review. We currently have a crankbrothers mini pump and have considered something else. Also, what psi do you run on the marathon plus tires (with a rack and panniers on the back of your bike)?

[@VeloObscura]

I can't remember, as it's been such a long time since I ran a heavy load on the Marathons, but most likely around 40-45.

[@joshandjamesvosperfromhere6887]

@@VeloObscura thanks...I had some specialized road tires and ran them at about 50, but I just picked up some marathon plus tires.

[@VeloObscura]

Tyre width plays a big role in this - what width did you get?

[@joshandjamesvosperfromhere6887]

@@VeloObscura I believe they are 27.5 x 1.75

[@VeloObscura]

Depends on your load etc, but PERSONALLY I'd put them somewhere between 40 - 50. Experiment and see what you prefer! Cheers!

[@jessiehammond7833]

Dave they need to incorporate a pressure gauge in the bike tyre pumps so children or people who don't think don't blow out the tyres causing harm to themselves or does the pump have a cut off point ??

[@VeloObscura]

Not as far as I'm aware. The lack of a gauge is definitely the biggest issue with this.

[@jessiehammond7833]

Thank you

[@petejansen7220]

I have a similar pump and it recommends to start the pump running before you attach it to the tire. That’s probably why it doesn’t want to start because it’s difficulty doing so under load.

[@vickaiser]

Wonder if it has enough umph to seat the bead if you had to take it off the rim.

[@VeloObscura]

It's hard to say. The bead came off the rim a little on the MTB tyre and it didn't have any issues, but I didn't want to fully unseat any of my tyres to find out! I'm going to say that it probably couldn't.

[@johndee68]

I am pretty sure I'll stick to my Bosch pump. It's got far better charging cycles, way cheaper, pressure gauge built in, auto set and forget pump up to desired pressure along with quieter and more versatile. But good video anyway, even with the ridiculous noise of an overpriced pump.

[@VeloObscura]

Does it fit in your pocket? Looking at it online, it seems like it might be a "Is that a Bosch in your pocket or are you pleased....." 😅

[@pedromatos666]

Para o preço qualidade é espetacular as de melhor qualidade custam quase 2x mais. Para as voltas de treino vale a pena sem dúvida, para provas Co2 é o melhor. Quanto a não ter medidor de pressão pelo menos nesta versão não é problema enche o suficiente para chegar a uma bomba de combustível e acertar. Quanto ao peso sim pesa um bocadinho, mas compenso em não levar a bomba de ar e suporte.

[@dml5053]

$100 and no pressure guage?

[@VeloObscura]

Correct. Probably my main criticism, though I forgot to mention it in the review. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@sandydennylives1392]

I need 110 psi and 120 psi on my main two bikes so it's a no.

[@cobaltxxxfusion]

PLEASE HELP! I know I am going to lose some "man points" for asking this question but I am at wits end. As stupid as it sounds, I cannot assemble the shadder valve. I just don't know what I am doing is wrong. I just can't push down tight enough to screw the top cap back on. It is like the rubber washer (big hole out) is too big. I would truly appreciate any suggestions, as I have to review this item myself. I am obviously a novice but it is not splitting atoms. Anyone else experience this?

[@VeloObscura]

Sorry, I'm not sure what could be going wrong there as it sounds like you're doing everything right. Underneath the main picture on this page, there is a link you can click to see a video that explains how to do it. Perhaps you could watch that just in case there's something you've missed? www.flextail.com/en-au/products/tiny-bike-pump Failing that, I'd recommend contacting Flextail.

[@cobaltxxxfusion]

This is gonna hurt. First off my friend thanks for the lifeline. You were right I was doing it correctly with one big exception. When I watched the Flextail video it showed the o-ring already being in the cap. Sure enough it was already in the cap. The one I was trying to put in on top of it was an extra! I feel the fool but maybe it may help someone else. Thanks again.@@VeloObscura

[@VeloObscura]

Ah, fantastic! Glad you got there, mate! Enjoy!

[@SW-gu1wy]

Battery was flat after one month of no use!

[@yokanshree4621]

Expensive

[@turkeyphant]

Pointless as if there's a puncture or slow leak you didn't see you now how no battery left.

[@jermainegiles631]

Promo`SM 😇