MSRP: $35.00
Amazon Price (2/20/15): $26.72
Manufacturer Details:
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Simple Valve Head fits Presta and Schrader
Valves
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Alloy Barrel with sturdy nylon base and handle
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Easy to read gauge
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Includes Ball and Accessory Inflators
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160 PSI Capacity
This time last year, I found my
enthusiasm for cycling pick up. Recently single, I was looking for something to
pass the time and putting in more miles on my Bianchi fixed gear convert was an
easy choice. I quickly found release and enjoyment in the increase road time. I
also gained more knowledge in the wear and tear aspect of our wonderful pastime.
Tires and tubes quickly gave way to the abuse I put them through. It was no
surprise that my Schwinn Walmart special floor pump gave way to all those tube
refills.
I found
myself scrolling the pages of Amazon looking for something to quickly replace
my floor pump. With no pump in hand, I knew my rides would come to a screeching
halt. I was not on a budget, but did not want to blow my load on a floor pump.
I could find plenty of other parts to handle that job with. After looking over
a variety of pumps, I settled on the Serfas TCPG.
My
purchase of the TCPG was based on a number of reasons, including the price, the
valve head, and immediate availability. With options available on Amazon
ranging from $2.50 for an old school foot pump to well over $100 for various
Topeak all metal models. At the time of order, the pump ran me $30.26. For what
I felt I would receive, the extra 5 dollars over my Schwinn 5-in-1 floor pump
seemed well worth it. The next aspect that really peaked my interest was the
Simple valve pump head. The valve head is made to fit both Presta and Schrader
valves without changing out any valve head pieces. Lastly, with my Amazon Prime
account, the floor pump was available with 2 day free shipping. Might as well
take advantage of fast free shipping and get back to the pavement.
Now, Im
the real reason we are here, or why I feel good about my choice of pump. The
main reason I am loving this pump is the valve head. It’s so easy to use with a
Presta valve, and amazing to know that if I have to service a Schrader valve, I
won’t have to fiddle with the valve head to swap. Changing the valve head back
and forth on my Schwinn pump was not only a pain in the ass, but lead the pump’s
final demise. The only downside I have seen with this pump head is when working
with shorter Presta valve stems (42mm). This may have more to do with the
slight V styling of my H Plus Son Archetype rims, but with little room to grab
the valve, I have had the pump valve head come off when trying to pump. My 60mm
valve stem does not seem to have the same issue. The pump has a decent handle
length to hold on to with a light rubber grip. Sweaty hands aren’t coming off
this pump, but I would expect no less from any reasonable floor pump. The base
is of a decent width to keep the pumper’s feet on and even includes rubber pegs
to help keep the pump securely under one’s feet. If the waffle sole of my Vans
were not so worn, I would expect it to fit nicely fit inside. The metal tube
and over all construction suggest that the pump should last for quite some
time. The pressure gauge includes a swivel arrow to easily see what ideal
pressure you are pumping for. The tube length seems standard, but could be a
bit longer.
Over
all, Im very pleased with the pump. It handles my basic needs and was
reasonably priced. If this lower end Serfas model is any indication of the
quality of their higher end pumps, then I would expect wonderful things from each
additional Benjamin a buyer is willing to spend on the other Serfas offerings. Thanks for checking out my first review. More good things to come.
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