What pump can you use to inflate tires? I own this and every pump I've tried does not fit since the wheel circumfrence is so small.
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I have used a compressor and the air pump at our gas station, both worked fine.
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It is quite difficult to inflate these tires - I have a small air compressor that has a low profile nozzle on it that just barely fits, and even then it takes some luck to get it off and on. We had a tire go flat (punctured) and had to buy a new tire from Bumbleride. I would rather have wanted to fix the tire or patch it, but then figured that spending the 25 bucks on a new tire was better than spending hours of frustration in trying to fix something that probably wasn't meant to be fixed.
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Hi LBC! We recommend a small hand pump like this one, Topeak Peakini II Mini Pump or a foot/bicycle pump. Air compressors and gas stations can over inflate the tire pretty quickly but can be used in an emergency. We recommend a 25-30 psi which allows for some give when squeezed. It is very important you don't use the stroller if you have flat or low inflated tires as a pinch flat can occur. The trick to inflating the tire is to slightly hold the stem of the inner tube away from the rim while you connect the nozzle of the pump. Thank you for your question! Hi LBC! We recommend a small hand pump like this one, Topeak Peakini II Mini Pump or a foot/bicycle pump. Air compressors and gas stations can over inflate the tire pretty quickly but can be used in an emergency. We recommend a 25-30 psi which allows for some give when squeezed. It is very important you don't use the stroller if you have flat or low inflated tires as a pinch flat can occur. The trick to inflating the tire is to slightly hold the stem of the inner tube away from the rim while you connect the nozzle of the pump. Thank... » Read More Hi LBC! We recommend a small hand pump like this one, Topeak Peakini II Mini Pump or a foot/bicycle pump. Air compressors and gas stations can over inflate the tire pretty quickly but can be used in an emergency. We recommend a 25-30 psi which allows for some give when squeezed. It is very important you don't use the stroller if you have flat or low inflated tires as a pinch flat can occur. The trick to inflating the tire is to slightly hold the stem of the inner tube away from the rim while you connect the nozzle of the pump. Thank you for your question! « Show Less
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I fill mine up at the gas station air pump. It's a little tricky getting it on right at first but it does fit and it works great!
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Hi...I actually use my parent's. I called and they said it is a Black and Decker Air Station. Hope that helps!
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You can use a special adapter which can be fitted to any air pump called Topeak Pressure-Rite Anti-Air Loss Connector. I did have to tinker with it by not screwing it completely otherwise it would let air go through for whatever reason.
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No, I couldn't pump car tire or fitness balls. I have a manual pump I use for that. I primarily use the Intex for inflating air mattresses.
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Sorry, I don't have anything that I pump to that pressure. I go to 65 psi on the tires on my Jeep Wrangler sometimes and I don't notice a problem with it doing that job. Guess I could try pumping into my portable air tank, I always called them pig tanks, it is rated to 125 psi. Hadn't thought of trying that so thanks for triggering the idea. Will give it a whirl.
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Yes, it's a little difficult to put air in the tires, especially if you have an air compressor unit. If you do it with one of these be very careful not to over fill tires, short burst is how I did it. It is also on the "fingers/rim in the way" when trying to attach to stem. If you have an electric plug in pump would be better because you can turn on/off when correct pressure is attained. Hope this helps. Unit fits in front space of 5th wheel for travel purposes.
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You need access to an air compressor. They used to be common, at service stations, which also used to be common. Tire stores or auto repair businesses are likely possibilities. If you don't own a compressor, you might buy one, or try one of those 12-volt tire inflators, or ask neighbors if they have know of someone with a compressor. Once you have a source of compressed air, simply connect it to the tire-valve-looking thingy on the brass fitting attached to the tank, and fill to no more than than the maximum amount called for in the manual that came with the tank.
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You can buy the pump in amazon or in Walmart or Target. i would recommen you buy the ones that have the two diferent sizes of tire valves(gas station and the small one)
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I used to inflate my sailboat friends trailer tires ( 2 ), that was parked for at a storage facility, before towing it. Tires where not flat. I inflate the right one first. On the left tire, half way inflating stopped pumping. Now I start it , runs for 5 seconds and stop. Not a good buy for me.
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Use a standard air compressor with a tire inflator. The same as inflating a bike or car tire. Use a tire pump for that matter.
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I've had the same problem...and sorry to tell you I was told by the company they don't sell replacement pumps for these. I wasn't able to find a different brand pump to fit either.
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I am in the same boat. Mine came a bit inflated but not enough to use. Trying to inflate with pump (not provided) I don't feel much progress is happening.
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I do not know why a particular bike brand would affect whether you buy this pump. It is a general purpose foot pump up to 100psi that is able to inflate my tires that take 80 to 90 psi. It does not affix to the bike frame like a water bottle or other type hand pump, if that is what you wanted to know. Since my tires have that narrow stem, I had to purchase an adapter at the bike shop in order to use this pump (or any other pump like those at gas stations).
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My husband used his air compressor. Any gas station would have one for tires. Maybe you could try that for free? I even use this great exercise ball at my desk to get exercise while typing away!
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This pump is not appropriate for the inflation of bicycle tires. It cannot provide the high pressure needed to inflate bike tires. This pump is for objects that require large volumes of air, but low pressure, like air mattresses, yoga/therapy balls, inflatable rafts,etc. You need to buy a bicycle tire specific air pump for that.
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My husband used his air compressor. Any gas station would have one for tires. Maybe you could try that for free?I even use this great exercise ball at my desk to get exercise while typing away!
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You defiantly need a pump. We used our electric tire pump. Took about a half an hour to inflate.
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How is it used? you mean how to use it? Just plug the tire inflator to the air hose. and hold end of hose to the valve stem to pump air. how is the quality? It works good on car tire. it pump air quite fast. i've had it for about 2 months now. it still pump air as it was new. gauge is still reading accurately. i've used it to pump a portable air can to 100psi. I mean it works good for that price on sale. I like it.
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I used a couple different ones. They all blew. Trick is to deflate 10 lbs below recommended psi. If you call the company they will give you a few new inner tubes. They are probably hoping a law suit doesn't happen.Oh yeah and just tell the tire shop the numbers on the side of tire and they will find the right inner tube.