FrikkieMeyer87 Posted July 3, 2017 Posted July 3, 2017 So this weekend I needed a bailout by some trail buddies with a CO2 bomb since I didn't carry my own (I know, silly me). I know I need to buy one, but there are a million different types and I would hate to buy twice. There are a couple of versions in terms of functionality, but here are the main ones: Free flowing (i.e. as soon as you screw that bottle in, it empties it) - Two Handed OperationTrigger (features a push or trigger mechanism turning flow on or off) - One Handed OperationValve (has a knob that can be turned to allow gas to flow at a rate of your choosing, as well as be shut off completely) - Two handed operation Then in terms of valve fitment, there are also a few options: Press-on (Presta Only)Press-on (Presta + Shrader)Screw-on (Presta Only)Screw-on (Presta + Shrader) Given these options, which type should I go for? Is one better or more preferable than the other? I quite liked the feel of the press-on trigger type I used this weekend. It was super straightforward and I could keep my bike upright with one hand while inflating the tire with the other, which was nice. All that being said (Oom Chris W. you must check here), THIS seems to be awesome, but the selling price is more than the RRP? What kind? I really like the look of THIS Lezyne as well. Nice and minimalistic. Groente!
dave303e Posted July 3, 2017 Posted July 3, 2017 https://www.specialized.com/za/en/equipment/accessories/pumps/air-tool-co2-mini-kit-25g/105443
Pure Savage Posted July 3, 2017 Posted July 3, 2017 Hate the screw on, if have removable core I find the cold co2 shrinks it enough to unscrew core when removing bomb adapters
s14phoenix Posted July 3, 2017 Posted July 3, 2017 Hate the screw on, if have removable core I find the cold co2 shrinks it enough to unscrew core when removing bomb adaptersi used to use the screw on to ensure no leaks but after a few valve core blow outs when removing i really hate using them. the shut off valve is quite awesome though. I dont think you covered it but there is another type. you screw the canister in and then the push on operation opens the flow. then when removing it shuts off. I have a Ryder one which is also tiny and super lightweight if that matters to you.
JimmyZee Posted July 4, 2017 Posted July 4, 2017 https://www.specialized.com/za/en/equipment/accessories/pumps/air-tool-co2-mini-kit-25g/105443That looks like a really nice kit. Thinking of getting myself the 16g one.
Pah Bear Posted July 4, 2017 Posted July 4, 2017 Hate the screw on, if have removable core I find the cold co2 shrinks it enough to unscrew core when removing bomb adaptersHappened to me a few times too. Still not gotten around to replacing the screw on unit I use though. Need to make work of this. Agree the press-on unit sounds like a better option.
Pure Savage Posted July 4, 2017 Posted July 4, 2017 small and compact... ARCKIT.JPGThats what I have.
Pure Savage Posted July 4, 2017 Posted July 4, 2017 Happened to me a few times too. Still not gotten around to replacing the screw on unit I use though. Need to make work of this. Agree the press-on unit sounds like a better option. My screw on one was thrown away mid ride in frustration.
Dexter-morgan Posted July 4, 2017 Posted July 4, 2017 Slight highjack, where do you keep your inflator and Bombs during a ride?
Pure Savage Posted July 4, 2017 Posted July 4, 2017 Slight highjack, where do you keep your inflator and Bombs during a ride? Best place is in your friends back pocket, that way you don't have to carry them.
edgarblount Posted July 4, 2017 Posted July 4, 2017 Hate the screw on, if have removable core I find the cold co2 shrinks it enough to unscrew core when removing bomb adapters Arghh thanks for this Savage. Makes sense now. Wanted to leave my bike on the side of farm road, nearly stranded 60km from home. Happened to me twice. Luckily I carry a tjoepie with.
HOEKVLAG Posted July 4, 2017 Posted July 4, 2017 I prefer the press-on with the valve to open/close the air flow.
HOEKVLAG Posted July 4, 2017 Posted July 4, 2017 Something like this... http://www.cwcycles.co.za/product/ryder-co2-16g-airing-inflator-kit
the_roadie Posted July 4, 2017 Posted July 4, 2017 I got this when it was on Kickstarter last year: https://www.barflybike.com/shop/air-lever/. Had to modify the lever slightly (filed it down a bit) but now it works great!
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