Co2 gas inflators

[huwsparky]

But of a silly question I'm sure.

Had a puncture today and I'm looking to make things easier in the future.

Been looking for gas canisters/tubes etc on the net and have no idea which ones I need as I'm not sure what type of valve etc I have?

I have a Giant Defy with P-R3 tyres 25mm.

Any help to avoid me buying the wrong things would be greatly appreciated!

 

[vickster]

Be a Presta valve on a roadbike

 

[screenman]

It will likely be a Presta, but you could Google image cycle valves and compare.

I have 4 CO2 pumps, they all do both of the types of valves generally used on cycles.

 

[Berties]

I have a couple of these http://www.jejamescycles.co.uk/genu...id72692.html?gclid=CJ2sirH27cECFQoUwwodNnAAuA
I only like using original gas carts,the cheap imitations have been un reliable
Tubes I would try a few I use specialized never let me down ,I have blown 4 bonts filling them before,so again this is all my personal experience and choice

 

[smokeysmoo]

Any of THESE will work fine

FWIW I use a Genuine Innovations one, (older version of the one in that test), and it's never let me down. I too stick to OE cartridges as well.

As for tubes, I just buy from HERE these days

 

[huwsparky]

Thanks for the knowledge guys/gals. That covers all I need to know and the relevant bits have been ordered.

 

[ufkacbln]

Remember that the P*nct*re Fairy is not alone......

There is a whole culture out there, and the CO2 cylinder Fairy works with their colleagues to ensure that the number of p*nct*res will always be be more than the number of cartridges you carry

P+1

 

[Soltydog]

Remember that the P*nct*re Fairy is not alone......

There is a whole culture out there, and the CO2 cylinder Fairy works with their colleagues to ensure that the number of p*nct*res will always be be more than the number of cartridges you carry

P+1

On 2 of my bikes I carry a 'traditional' pump as well as my CO2, but on the new road bike I have no intention of another pump, so It's just the CO2 & my dilemma is how many cartridges to carry. Normally carry 2, or 3 on a long ride (50+ miles) but in nearly 3k miles this year I think the fairy has only visited 2 or 3 times. Not sure if I've just been lucky this year, or if its regular checking of tyres, pressure etc. My worst day several years ago I had 3 visits in my 16 mile commute one morning going to work so carrying only 2 cartridges could be a disaster!

 

[Fab Foodie]

Just get a decent length pump. The number of times in groups have arsed about with CO2 and ended up using the pump anyhow.

 

[PK99]

Just get a decent length pump. The number of times in groups have arsed about with CO2 and ended up using the pump anyhow.

Disagree with that.

I have one of these: http://www.lezyne.com/product-CO2-infl-alloydrive.php#.VGCN3vnEN8E

Works easily, effortlessly, effectively and quickly every time. Just as good fro topping up a slow puncture on a "get home basis" as it is full inflation after a tube change.

 

[ianrauk]

If you are carrying C02, then it's always best to carry a pump also. C02 is great to have and saves a good amount of time. But unless you are carrying a good load of cartridges there's always the risk of being stuck somewhere with no gas and no pump.

 

[Gez73]

Been watching this thread and was wondering if you could use CO2 cartridges to fully inflate a 35mm 700c tyre or are they just for roadies? Would never not have a pump to be fair too but for Winter might consider the convenience if it would do the job. I use a rack bag anyway so space rarely a consideration. Cheers Gez

 

[Soltydog]

 

[screenman]

If you use a pump only then check it regularly, mate of mine did not and had a long walk on a dark rainy night.