Some of Buckinghamshire is flat - 29th September

[rb58]

I am thinking I may just get a decent mini pump, as it will only be used if I get a puncture which is unlikely with the schwalbe durano plus I use, but is still possible.

I've had a puncture with Durano Plus. They're good, but not bullet proof.

 

[ianrauk]

I've had a puncture with Durano Plus. They're good, but not bullet proof.

Yup, same here, within the first week of getting a pair.
Bloody good tyres though.

 

[jayonabike]

No tyre is completely puncture proof. I ALWAYS carry spare tubes, tyre levers, multi tool, gas, and a mini pump

 

[jayonabike]

I'd forgotten about this. I'd better start planning my route up.

If your coming up the A5 to St.Albans I can meet you in Hemel and take us to Berkhamstead

 

[fabregas485]

Rule 1 of cycling mate. Decent pump, set of levers,multitool,inner tube, all into a saddle bag. Never leave home without it :-)

I been thinking about a saddle bag, but which do I get? Which methods are there of fixing them to a bike?

 

[mark st1]

There are loads mate i have this one and it does me fine fits a pump 2 tubes leavers and CO2 gubbins. Attatches around the seat post with a velcro strap and then loops through either side of the saddle rails and clips together. Sturdy bit of kit so far not waterproof though so i wouldnt stick your mobile phone in it (although only an idiot would do that right ) http://www.wiggle.com/topeak-aero-wedge-buckle-large-saddle-bag/

 

[fabregas485]

Ok, I been looking at pumps and I found a few that look the part. http://www.wiggle.co.uk/topeak-race-rocket-master-blaster-mini-pump/ / http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lezyne-pressure-drive-mini-abs-pump-medium/ / http://www.wiggle.co.uk/topeak-harpoon-s2-master-blaster-pump/

Does anyone have any experience with any of these, or have a good suggestion.

 

[mark st1]

Saddlepacks don't seem to be all that waterproof - worth putting everything in a plastic carrier bag first.

Deffo this ^^^

 

[mark st1]

Ok, I been looking at pumps and I found a few that look the part. http://www.wiggle.co.uk/topeak-race-rocket-master-blaster-mini-pump/ / http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lezyne-pressure-drive-mini-abs-pump-medium/ / http://www.wiggle.co.uk/topeak-harpoon-s2-master-blaster-pump/

Does anyone have any experience with any of these, or have a good suggestion.

I dont no sorry i have one of these and rate it highly http://www.wiggle.com/lezyne-pressure-drive-mini-abs-pump-small/

 

[rb58]

I have a Lezyne pump, not sure which model it is, but it's excellent.

 

[jayonabike]

I have the Lezyne pressure drive pump, works great.

 

[Kies]

Also a lezyne. They are expensive but it has always bailed out friends when there pump hasn't been up to the task

 

[fabregas485]

I noticed it comes in two sizes. Is there much difference? My common sense tells me the larger one would be better, but would it fit in a medium topeak aero saddle bad

 

[rb58]

Very few pumps will fit in a saddle bag. Fix it to the bottle cage bosses with the supplied fittings or carry it in your jersey pocket

 

[mark st1]

The pump and saddle bag I linked go together as the saddle bag is extendable via a zip 3/4 of the way along. It's a bit of a squeeze but can be done.