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Pumps/Inflation

$89.99
- Durable fiber-reinforced Composite Matrix construction - Optimized side-load design for easy access in compact frames - Available in right-side configuration only - Integrated storage container - CO2 cartridge holder on both sides of the cage - Integrated storage container includes CO2 head, V Pro 17 multi-tool with tubeless reamer, and tire plug kits - Includes two 20g CO2 cartridges
$45.99
A compact, lightweight hand pump with an efficient, overlapping Composite Matrix handle, the HP Drive features a CNC-machined aluminum barrel and piston and is optimized for high-pressure applications. It's quipped with our ABS Flex hose which is both Presta and Schrader valve compatible. Includes Composite Matrix frame mount.
$71.99
- Z-switch System (Presta, Schrader and Dunlop compatible) - Gauge with a magnifying lens - Integrated locking hook - Composite Base for better stability - Ball and Bladder Heads - Max Pressure 11 bar / 160psi - Hose length: 1100mm
$16.99
160 PSI replacement analog pressure gauge for all standard travel floor pumps; includes glue and O-ring. With a 1.5-inch face, this gauge increases visibility and allows a precise measurement of tire pressure.
$9.99
Replacement Composite Matrix pump mount for all High-Volume hand pumps (HV, Tech HV, Micro Floor HV/HVG, Alloy, Carbon Drives). Includes Velcro pump strap.
$55.99
- Z-switch System (Presta, Schrader and Dunlop compatible) - Wide Gauge - Steel Base for better stability - Ball and Bladder Heads - Max Pressure 9 bar / 130 psi - Hose length: 800mm
$189.99
The CNC Digital Drive is the ultimate, professional-grade bicycle floor pump which features a large digital gauge. Its full CNC-machined aluminum construction and hardware are built to last a lifetime, and replacement wear parts are readily available. Highly accurate, easy-to-read 3.5” (88.9 MM) digital gauge. The CNC Digital Drive comes with an extra-long, nylon-reinforced braided hose with aluminum couplers. At the end of the hose is the top-of-the-line ABS1 Pro floor pump chuck. - CNC-machined aluminum construction - Precision 3.5-inch digital gauge (220 psi / 15 bar) - Extra-long nylon reinforced braided hose with aluminum couplers - ABS1 Pro for Presta and Schrader chuck
$9.99
Replacement Composite Matrix pump mount for all High-Pressure hand pumps (HP, Tech HP, Micro Floor HP/HPG, Pressure, Carbon Pressure Drives). Includes Velcro pump strap.
$259.99
The king has returned to rule! The new JoeBlow Ace DX features an innovative three-stage design that achieves both high pressures and high volume in record time. Stage one opens both barrels for big volume to reach 60 psi with 30% less effort than standard floor pumps. Stage two uses the main barrel only for pressures up to 120 psi while stage three engages the small barrel to achieve an amazing 260 psi. Two tone padded handles, wide stable base and new 4” base mounted analog gauge make inflation easy. The new SmartHead DX1 automatically adjusts to fit Presta and Schrader valves without swapping parts and the lower profile air release button makes getting the right pressure easy. Includes ball and air bladder type inflation needles. - SmartHead DX1 full metal pump head w/ air release button & x-long hose - Gauge: 260 psi / 18 bar; 4” base mount analog - Base: Aluminum/Rubber - Barrel: Anodized aluminum - Handle: Oversize dual tone - Weight: 2.45 kg / 5.4 lb - Size: 74 x 28 x 22 cm/29.1” x 11” x 8.7”
$109.99
Perfect Pressure. Every Ride. At nearly 28 inches tall, the Core 3 towers over most floor pumps. The 48-inch-long hose is long enough to get air pressure to anywhere you could need it. Like the Pro, the Core 3 features our AirTap head that fits Schrader/Presta/Dunlop valves and has a pressure bleed button built in. We also integrated the easy to read, 3-inch gauge into the massive steel base of the Core 3 to help it have a rock solid stance. - Dimensions: 5.5 x 9 x 26.25 inches Airtap Core Pump Head - Our AirTap reversable pump head works with Schrader, Presta or Dunlop valves and features an integrated air bleed button right at the valve for perfect pressure, every time. Aviation Guage - The 2.5-inch-wide base-mounted gauge lets you easily read your tire pressure, and adds to the footprint of the Core 2 pump's solid stance. Steel is real, strong - The base and barrel of the Core 3 are constructed of steel to withstand a lifetime of (ab)use. Air Bleed - Button on the pump head to micro-adjust pressure.
$39.99
If it was any lighter, you'd be walking home. This is the smallest pump you'll ever use that will still get your flat fixed and you on your way again. There are no extra features here. Just the bare minimum to get your tire back up and you kicking butt. Because you can't kick butt with a flat tire. - Presta head only - High Volume or High Pressure - Includes frame mount - 85 gr/ 3oz - 160 PSI, 11 Bar maximum
$199.99
The JoeBlow Pro DX’s new design brings form and function together for great performance in a floor pump. The aero-shaped aluminum barrel and wide base provide stability when pumping and the 3” top mounted analog gauge is easy to read up to 160 psi (11 bar). The large padded handles provide comfort while the extra-long hose can even reach wheels on bikes mounted in a stand. The new SmartHead with lower profile air release button automatically adjusts to fit either Presta or Schrader valves and makes getting the right pressure a simple task. - Head: SmartHead DX1 full metal pump head w/ air release button & x-long hose - Gauge: 200 psi / 14 bar - 3” top mount analog - Base: Aluminum / Rubber - Barrel: Polished aluminum - Handle: Oversize dual tone - Added Features: Dunlop valve adapter, Presta valve adapter, Ball / bladder heads, Hose dock - Size: 74 x 28 x 14 cm / 29.1” x 11” x 5.5” - Weight: 1.8 kg / 3.97 lb
$19.99
Pssstttt. Tired of hearing that when you disconnect your shock pump? Well, hear it no more thanks to Topeak's Pressure-Rite. It's a must have for suspension fanatics as its ingenious design prevents air loss when adjusting shock and fork pressure. It's also available in a Presta version, perfect for disc wheels.
$59.99
Topeak's Joe Blow Max HP quickly inflates tires with a durable steel barrel, a sturdy composite base, a padded handle, and a tight-sealing TwinHead that fits Presta, Schrader and even Dunlop valves. You'll also appreciate the extra-long hose and big, easy-to-read gauge.
$64.99
Easy to use, powerful, durable and economical, Park Tool's PFP-8 Home Mechanic's Floor Pump has a place in every garage and home bike shop and is perfect to take along to cycling events, too! It inflates like a champ thanks to its sturdy steel barrel, tough handle, composite thumblock head that fits Presta and Schrader valves, sturdy steel base, long hose and extra-large, easy-to-read gauge.
$69.99
Unfold, flip, pump, save the day, be on your way. With a fold out handle and flip-out footpeg, Blackburn's Mammoth Flip Mini-Pump is a portable floor pump. Powerful enough to work on both mountain and road for quick inflation. Get your ride back on track before anyone's even noticed. - Rebuildable internals parts avaialble aftermarket - Flexible hose - Rubberized folding t-handle - Bike mount included - 90 PSI, 6.2 Bar maximum
$85.00
- Everything you need for a quick fix on the road - 3 tire levers - Patch Kit - 9-function multi-tool - CO2 inflator with 2 16g CO2 cartridges - Seat bag
$21.99
You'll ride with peace of mind when you pack a can of Vittoria's Pit Stop Tire Sealant. It contains pure latex foam sealant and compressed air to quickly inflate and repair your tire so you can get on with your ride. Available in three sizes for varying tire volumes: - Road Racing: inflates 21-28-inch tubulars up to 94 psi and 700c clinchers up to 87 psi so you can ride, instead of walk to the closest pump and top off the tire to full pressure. - 75mL: Repairs and inflates low-volume MTB tires in less than a minute. - 100mL: Repairs and inflates meaty 27.5-inch tires and cross country 29-inch tires in less than a minute.
$21.99
Profile Design's CO2 Mounting Bracket is a small, light holder that attaches to any Profile rear-mounted drink system or under any bottle cage. Once in place, the bracket provides a handy place to carry a CO2 refill cartridge for your CO2 inflator (Profile drink system, bottles, CO2 cartridges and inflators sold separately).
$29.99
Featuring our simple, proven spring-loaded valve design the Wayside will get your tire aired back up, no muss, no fuss. It'll work with pretty much any threaded CO2 cartridge on the market and is compatible with Presta or Schrader valves. - Thread-On Design—Hold on tight. The thread-on Presta/Schrader valve at the end of the extending flexible hose ensures that even the fiddliest of valves is held securely for inflation. - Faster Inflation—Allows for quick inflation on a road, MTB, CX, or gravel bike. - Anyvalve Pump Head—Works great on Presta, Schrader, and Dunlop valves. No leaking, no fuss, clean and simple. - 45 grams - Lifetime warranty
$99.99
Easy-to-read digital gauge can be attached to a pump or used alone and provides accurate pressure readings up to 300psi / 20.7bar. Rotating head works with Presta, Schrader or Dunlop valves on bike / motorcycle / car tires, forks or shocks while the Thumb Lock lever ensures an airtight seal. The air release button allows fine tuning pressure. Specs - PUMP HEAD COMPATIBILITY: Presta / Schrader pumps - TIRE VALVE COMPATIBILITY: Presta / Schrader / Dunlop valves - GAUGE: Digital, 300 psi / 20.7 bar - UNIT: psi, bar, kg / cm2 - BATTERY: CR2032 x 1 (included) - THUMB LOCK: Aluminum - PRESSURE TUNING: Air release button - BODY: Aluminum / Engineering grade polymer - SIZE: 9.2 x 5.8 x 4.3 cm / 3.6” x 2.3” x 1.7” - WEIGHT: 102 g / 3.60 oz Added Features: - Rotatable head / gauge - Auto-off function
$74.99
The Pocket Drive is an amazingly compact and lightweight bicycle hand pump featuring plenty of pumping efficiency. It's constructed from durable CNC machined aluminum and has a handle that's lightly knurled for slip-resistant operation. With its overlapping handle and integrated ABS Flex Hose, the Pocket Drive offers performance unmatched for its size. The pump is Presta and Schrader valve compatible, and it's completely rebuildable for continued use at a high level. - 140mm, 79g - 160 psi, 11 bar - CNC machined aluminum construction with compact overlapping handle. - Presta and Schrader valve compatible ABS Flex Hose. - Includes Composite Matrix frame mount - Lever Kit - Twin Speed Drive CO2 - Velcro Strap
$25.99 - $29.99
Lezyne's convenient Twin speed Drive CO2 inflator is compact and lightweight. Its aluminum head is compatible with both Presta and Schrader valves, and uses a simple twisting action for easy inflation. And, it accepts all threaded CO2 cartridges.
$64.99
- Pocket size - CNC machined aluminum - Compact highly efficient overlapping handle - Presta and Schrader valve compatible ABS Flex Hose - Includes integrated valve core tool - Aluminum mounting bracket - 140mm/160psi - 160 PSI / 11 BAR - Length 140mm - Weight 98g - Loaded includes twin speed drive CO2 head, 20g CO2 cartridge and lever kit
$5.99
Bringing Lezyne's Smart Kit along means not letting a flat ruin your ride. It contains six glueless patches, a tire boot and a stainless-steel tube scuffer. All of this is stored in a compact pouch that fits just about anywhere for the ultimate in portability.
$22.99
220 PSI replacement analog pressure gauge for all standard floor pumps, includes glue and o-ring. Highly precise with an oversized 2.5 inch face, this new gauge increases visibility and allows the user to read a more precise measurement of low and high pressure tires.
$19.99
- Replacement ABS Flex Hose for Lezyne hand pumps - Presta/Schrader ABS Flex Hose for HP, HV, Alloy, Pressure, and Tech Drive hand pumps
$54.99
350 PSI replacement pressure gauge for all floor pumps with 2.5-inch gauges, includes glue and O-ring. Highly precise with a 1.5-inch screen and two-button system for easy use.
$49.99
Compact and super-efficient high-volume bike hand pump featuring a knurled barrel for superior grip while pumping. Its proven engineered design with an overlapping handle is constructed from machined aluminum, with superior durability, minimal weight, and all of the style. The integrated ABS Flex Hose is Presta and Schrader valve compatible and greatly improves pumping action and ergonomics. This mini pump is completely rebuildable and made with the best materials available. With up to 90 PSI (6.2 BAR) of pumping power, the Grip Drive HV is excellent for all-mountain bikes and gravel bikes. Includes a lightweight Composite Matrix frame mount. - Max pressure: 90 PSI | 6.2 BAR - Small: 186mm | 119g - Medium: 231mm | 134g
$47.49
The AirBooster is an incredibly small, lightweight and easy-to-use CO2 inflator. Precision CNC-machined from solid aluminum, the angled-head AirBooster fits Presta and Schrader valves and its special design allows the user to adjust the flow while filling the tire. Double-ended design allows cartridge storage. The supplied durable silicone CO2 Sleeve protects hands during inflation. * Use only Topeak CO2 cartridges. - CNC aluminum (Inflator) - Silicone rubber (Sleeve) - 22.5 g / 0.79 oz (Inflator) - 11 g / 0.39 oz (Sleeve) - Size: 4.4 x 3.7 x 1.5 cm / 1.7” x 1.4” x 0.6” (Inflator), 5.9 x 2.8 cm / 2.3” x 1.1” (Sleeve) - Double-ended design allows storage for 1 threaded CO2 cartridge - Includes CO2 Sleeve - Presta/Schrader w/integrated dust cap, push to inflate
$76.99
Lezyne's Micro Floor Drive HP is a powerful mini-pump that thinks it's a floor pump. Its fold-out foot peg and aluminum construction make it easier than ever to pump up to a maximum pressure of 160 psi. You'll appreciate the ergonomic handle, extra-long hose and Presta/Schrader-valve compatibility. A frame mount and Speed Chuck is included, too.
$30.99
Crank Brothers' Gem Pump packs a powerful punch for its small size and low weight. It'll inflate your tires to 130psi quickly with its dual-piston design. Plus, its aluminum barrel and high-volume/high-pressure (off-road/road tires) settings make inflation easy. The Gem fits Schrader and Presta valves, too.
$44.99
Genuine Innovations' AirChuck Elite offers Push-To-Inflate technology for fast, easy & controllable single-handed CO2 bicycle tire inflation! • Cartridge compatibility: 12, 16, 20, 25 gram threaded CO2 cartridges & Big Air! (not 45-gram cartridges) (each sold separately) • All metal aluminum design • Easy to use and fully controllable • Push-to-Inflate technology • Works with both Presta and Schrader valves • Includes one 16 gram and one 20 gram threaded CO2 cartridge • Weight: 16 grams
$85.00
- Easy-to-read 2.5" gauge - Steel barrel and base - Ergonomic sweeping handle with ball inflation accessory storage - AutoHead™ with metal accents and pressure release button - 160psi rating
$19.99
Refills … Get your refills here! - Threaded - 16 gram - 3 pack
$6.99
Park's Vulcanizing Patch Kit includes 4 round patches for small holes and 2 oval patches for wider cuts; a tube of self-vulcanizing glue that bonds the patches to your tube super securely; and sandpaper for preparing the punctured area for gluing. The kit comes in a small plastic box to fit in your seat bag or pack.
$39.99
High volume for big tires, high pressure for skinnies. Simple. The Airstick 2-stage is a durable aluminum pump with enough puff for mountain bike tires and enough pressure for road tubes too, thanks to the two-stage high pressure/high volume switch. - Presta head only - High Volume or High Pressure - Includes frame mount - 85 gr/ 3oz - 160 PSI, 11 Bar maximum
$99.99
Ride essentials. Going for a ride but don’t know what to pack? No problem; we’ve got you covered. The local ride kit offers up what you need to get home; and extra carrying capacity to bring along anything else. With a seatbag, mini pump, mini tool and tire levers, this little kit, bundled in a compact package, has all the tools you need to get out there and keep going. - Blackburn's Local Seat Bag (Medium) offers extra space to pack your tube, wallet, phone, or whatever you want - Blackburn Heist 6 Multi Tool provides a quality tool to make sure your bike is adjusted properly for your ride - Blackburn's Mountain AnyValve Mini-Pump comes equipped with their popular and proven AnyValve head, which works on Presta, Schrader, and Dunlop valves. - 2x tire levers
$6.99
- Replacement rubber caps for HP / HV / alloy / pressure / road drive pumps - Sold as a pair
$9.99
A rebuild seal kit for the following Lezyne hand pumps: - Road Drive - Carbon Road Drive
$76.99
Lezyne's Gauge Drive HP is a compact hand pump made of custom CNC machined aluminum for precise, lightweight construction. This high-pressure pump design easily inflates road tires to riding pressure with fewer strokes. The overlapping handle and barrel are integrated into a compact design. It comes equipped with Lezyne's ABS Pen Gauge, a compact in-line pressure gauge compatible with Presta and Schrader valves.
$76.99
Lezyne's Gauge Drive HV is a compact high volume hand pump made of custom CNC machined aluminum for precise, lightweight construction. The high-volume design easily inflates mountain bike tires to the desired volume with fewer strokes. The overlapping handle and barrel, with oversized piston and shaft, are integrated into a compact design. It comes equipped with Lezyne's ABS Pen Gauge, a compact in-line pressure gauge compatible with Presta and Schrader valves.
$79.99
Lezyne's Micro Floor Drive HV is a powerful mini-pump that thinks it's a floor pump. Its fold-out foot peg, high-volume barrel and aluminum construction make it easier than ever to pump up to maximum pressure of 90psi and get back on the trails. You'll also appreciate the ergonomic handle, extra-long hose and Presta/Schrader-valve compatibility.
$44.99
Lezyne's Caddy Sack CO2 is a complete CO2 inflator and tire repair kit in a simple, weather resistant, reusable pouch. This kit includes a Caddy Sack, Twin Speed Drive, two threaded 16g CO2 cartridges, Power Levers, and a Smart Kit, all the essentials needed to fill your pack for the unexpected tire repair.
$64.99
The Pocket Drive HV is an incredibly compact and lightweight high-volume bike hand pump featuring impressive pumping efficiency for large tire applications, e.g. gravel or mountain bikes. It's constructed from durable CNC-machined aluminum and has a knurled barrel for slip-resistant operation. 90 PSI max.
$27.99
- Aluminum barrel - Aluminum lever and valve cap - Inline gauge - SoftGrip handle - Reversible valve for Schrader/Presta - 100 psi - Ultra Compact 7.5" length (190mm) - Includes frame mount bracket, screws, and optional strap
$54.99
The pull-out hose puts less stress on the valve. It's all very well hauling a giant pump around, but all that leverage can snap a delicate valve stem right off. This is a slimmer version of Blackburn's Core Pump that features a thread-on Presta-specific head with a short pull-out hose to give more options on where you pump from and fewer chances of your rippling muscles pulling the thing clean off. We weren't using that space in the barrel anyway, so the hose doesn't even affect the pump's efficiency. - Machined Presta valve core tool in the pump's base - Thread-on Presta valve on the extending flexible hose - Fits easily in jersey pocket or next to your bottle cage - 120 PSI - Weight: 104 grams
$69.99
Flexible Hose Takes Stress Off Valve Stem We heard you loud and clear, our Core mini pumps were a little too long and after years of testing, the Airstik mini pump is the perfect size to fit in a jersey pocket or a hip pack. Our Presta dedicated thread-on head sits on a pull-out hose to give more options on which position you pump from and puts less stress on the valve. Nervous about unthreading that valve when removing the pump? Enter one of the Airstik's awesome features: the Presta Valve Core Tool. Simply unthread the tool from the back of the pump and tighten your valve prior to threading the hose on.
$109.99
2 in 1 design! This unique product works like a mini air compressor that allows any floor pump to compress air into the 1000cc aluminum air tank. Then, it quickly releases a high volume of air to mount tubeless tire beads. The aluminum TubiBooster head also works as a CO2 inflator, compatible with Topeak threaded 16g/25g CO2 cartridges. - Pump Head Compatibility: Presta pumps - Tire Valve Compatibility: Presta / Schrader valves, Push to inflate - Air Tank: One liter, Store up to 200psi / 14bar air pressure (varies with the pump capacity) - Working Pressure - 1800psi / 124bar - Compatible with Topeak threaded 16g / 25g CO2 cartridges - Material: Aluminum
$77.00
RockShox simplifies your pack with this HP 2-Stage Air Pump. Throw it in your pack for every ride and you have both a shock and tire pump that boasts a 300psi capacity. The aluminum construction makes it super durable and the head fits both presta and Schrader valves. A large removable gauge is easy to read and the air-release button makes fine tuning pressure in shocks and tires a breeze. And it includes a mounting clip to mount to water bottle bosses.
$31.99 - $33.99
Small enough to carry along yet big enough to pump efficiently. The PMP-4.2 comes with a handy holder that bolts under a water bottle cage and holds the pump securely. All-aluminum barrel construction ensures long life and smooth operation. - Presta- and Schrader-valve compatible - Includes mounting hardware to securely attach to water bottle bosses or under bottle cage - Maximum pressure 90 PSI/6bars - Approximate weight 4.6oz/130 grams - 10.5 inches in length (265mm)
$49.99 - $54.99
Lezyne's convenient Twin Kit includes their Twin Speed Drive CO2 inflator, two CO2 cartridges, a couple tire levers and a Velcro strap to keep it all together. Its aluminum head is compatible with both Presta and Schrader valves, and uses a simple twisting action for easy inflation. And, it accepts all threaded CO2 cartridges.
$69.99
Topeak makes it easy to air up your tires with the HybridRocket RX pump. This innovative little ride-saver is a CO2 inflator on one side and a standard pump on the other. It also boasts aluminum construction for superb durability and max pump power. The HybridRocket fits Presta valves, gets up to 160psi and easily fits into a jersey pocket.
$69.99
Integrated stainless steel storage bracket that fits under a bottle cage. Holds included Twin Speed Drive CO2 head, V5 multi tool, and two Matrix levers. It will also hold two CO2 cartridges (sold separately). - Weight: 95g /311g Loaded
$64.99
A dual-purpose suspension fork/rear shock pump with a unique dual-pressure gauge design to facilitate fine-tuning of the unique air pressure requirements for each shock. Eliminates the need for 2 shock pumps. - Lightweight 6063-T6 aluminum construction. - Dual-face gauge ensures accurate pressure for rear (300 psi) or front (110 PSI) shocks. - Accurate to +/- 2 PSI. - No-loss thread on valve ensure accurate pressure remains in shock when removed. - Double-braided extended hose, for repeated use, and long-term durability. - Bleed valve for fine-tuning pressure. - 383mm total length. - 194g
$36.99
Lezyne's ABS Pen Gauge is a replacement flex hose with an integrated, in-line psi/bar pressure gauge with easy to read markings. It is stored inside the handle of Flex Hose equipped Lezyne hand pumps (Medium and Large sizes only, sold separately), and is equipped with the ABS Flip Thread Chuck which threads onto Presta and Schrader valves for a secure connection.
$63.99
A durable and accurate shock pump. - Lightweight 6063-T6 aluminum construction. - 300 PSI maximum pressure. - No-loss thread on valve ensure accurate pressure remains in shock when removed. - Double-braided hose ensures long-term durability. - Bleed valve for fine-tuning pressure. - 365mm total length. - 185g
$69.99
A compact, efficient way to hold flat fixing essentials so you can get back on the bike quickly. The Pro Flat Pack has everything you need to fix a flat and get back on the bike quickly in an aero, easy to grab package. This all-in-one kit provides essential items needed to fix a flat tire with additional pockets for money and ID, plus extra soft, padded materials to ensure you won't be bothered by the poke of a tool while it's stashed in your back pocket. - Tight fitting, stretch neoprene material zips open for easy access - All the items you need to fix a flat tire - Includes Air Rush Elite, CO2‚ inflator, two 16g CO2‚ cartridges, and a padded bag - Reusable hand insulation sleeve, vulcanizing patch kit - Room in the bag for ID, money, keys, and more
$63.00
LESS IS MORE. The Giant Control Tower 2 is a great pump choice. A durable structure provides stability during use, remove the surplus function provides better efficiency with fewer strokes to fill your tires. The proven AutoHead is compatible with most common tire valves and the large 3-inch gauge makes it easy to read up to 180psi. - Easy-to-read 3.0" base mounted analog gauge - Comfortable handle with solid steel barrel design - AutoHead design - 180psi rating
$57.49
Topeak's RaceRocket boasts aluminum construction for superb function, durability, and max pumping power. Its small size easily fits into a jersey pocket and with a capacity of 120 psi you'll have no problem getting rolling again. The RaceRocket's extendable hose with SmartHead fits both Presta and Schrader valves and lets you pump from a more comfortable angle, lessening chances of valve breakage.