which pump to get?

They are not frame fit. They snap into a clamp. (Road Morph more
versatile?)

They are great pumps. I got a Mountain Morph because it fits nicely
inside my CamelBak (the Road Morph is a bit too long for that). Since
the MM has a wider bore, then high pressures are harder to plunge.
Still, if you have a CamelBak, it's something to consider...

Quoted message said:

Hello,

I'd like to get a pump attached to my bike. Looks like frame
pumps are good compromises between mini pupms and floor pumps.
I am inclined to buy the Topeak Road Morph (w/ Dial) instead of the
Mountain Morph since the former is more versatile. Is it any good?
Another question. I thought it should come in different sizes for
different frames, but it is instead "one size fits all".

Thanks.

Andy

richard said:

They are not frame fit. They snap into a clamp. (Road Morph more
versatile?)

I'll ditto that. The Topeak mount fits nicely on most frames with
conventionally sized round tubes via the water bottle bolts. Bikes with
extremely large aluminum tubes may make mounting a challenge.

The pump itself snuggles up to the water bottle, or it can be mounted
on any bare section of tubing. I have one for my Tour Easy recumbent
(it fits nicely under the seat), and one for my K2 FS mountain bike.
The mountain bike was a challenge until I put a seatpost-mounted rack
on it, to which I could strap the pump. Very convoluted frame design.

The Morph pumps have treated me well so far. Very easy to use and no
failures.

Jeff

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richard said:

They are not frame fit. They snap into a clamp. (Road Morph more
versatile?)

I'll ditto that. The Topeak mount fits nicely on most frames with
conventionally sized round tubes via the water bottle bolts. Bikes
with
extremely large aluminum tubes may make mounting a challenge.

How long and how easy to inflate to 100psi?

Phil H

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Quoted message said:

Hello,

I'd like to get a pump attached to my bike. Looks like frame
pumps are good compromises between mini pupms and floor pumps.
I am inclined to buy the Topeak Road Morph (w/ Dial) instead of the
Mountain Morph since the former is more versatile. Is it any good?
Another question. I thought it should come in different sizes for
different frames, but it is instead "one size fits all".

Roar Morph, fine as it is, is not a "frame pump." If you want a frame
pump -- especially if your frame actually has a pump peg, which should not
be allowed to go to waste -- I'd look at the Zefal HPX, which does come in
various sizes to fit your frame.

That said, the Road Morph is a fine pump. I carry one on my main commuter (a
'cross frame with 700x32C touring tires) and it pumps 95psi with relatively
little effort. Mine is mounted using the supplied clip to the underside of
the top tube.

RichC

Andy said:

I'd like to get a pump attached to my bike. Looks like frame
pumps are good compromises between mini pupms and floor pumps.
I am inclined to buy the Topeak Road Morph (w/ Dial) instead of the
Mountain Morph since the former is more versatile. Is it any good?
Another question. I thought it should come in different sizes for
different frames, but it is instead "one size fits all".

If your budget only allows for one pump, this might be ok. You certainly
need to carry a pump with you when you ride.

Eventually you will probably end up with both frame and floor pumps, so you
might as well bite the bullet now. I'd recommend the Zefal HPX frame pump,
and the Silca Pista floor pump. Look around for sales online or MO.

Art Harris

What are the differences between the Morph's and true frame pumps?

Thanks for the replies.

Andy

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How long and how easy to inflate to 100psi?

As easy as a floor pump. Make sure you tape that head covering to the
head. Mine, vibrated off one time, and discovered that after a flat in the
boonies. After an hour and half and some duck tape, I did get it inflated
to about 75 psi. Make sure that head cover is taped on with some electrical
tape. Anything that can unscrew on the bike, I use either locktite, or tape
on it, light coverings, space saver screws, etc 😉

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What are the differences between the Morph's and true frame pumps?

A frame pump is designed to mount to the frame without needing extra parts,
clips, clamps, etc. It's spring loaded, and one end is held on by the pump
peg and the other pushes against a tube. Under the top tube is the common
location. There are "clamp on" pump pegs for the increasing number of frames
that lack an integral one.

The Road Morph requires its supplied mounting clamp. It's not spring loaded,
and doesn't have a peg hole or a cradle, and so it's not a frame pump.

RichC

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Quoted message said:

Hello,

I'd like to get a pump attached to my bike. Looks like frame
pumps are good compromises between mini pupms and floor pumps.
I am inclined to buy the Topeak Road Morph (w/ Dial) instead of the
Mountain Morph since the former is more versatile. Is it any good?
Another question. I thought it should come in different sizes for
different frames, but it is instead "one size fits all".

Thanks.

Andy

I bought a Specialized PVC (Presta Valve Compatible) pump last year. Have
had to use it too many times already. Works well for me. Mounts under the
water bottle cage.
Mike

I modified my Road Morph mounting clamp by grinding off the tabs that
circle the bicycle tubing and drilling 2 holes w/countersink that allow
the clamp to be mounted on the rear set of water bottle bosses. Slick
and easy mounting and no paint wear issues and the pump is secure and
velcroed to the clamp. The pump itself is great and the guage is pretty
accurate when verified by another guage that you know and trust. A very
easy pump to get the tires up to 120 lbs/8 bars of pressure. Almost
like a floor pump in opperation.

aksjls said:

Hello,

I'd like to get a pump attached to my bike. Looks like frame
pumps are good compromises between mini pupms and floor pumps.
I am inclined to buy the Topeak Road Morph (w/ Dial) instead of the
Mountain Morph since the former is more versatile. Is it any good?

Best pump I ever saw. I bought mine for a tour, since I needed something
that would inflate tires to full pressure. Works great. Any time anyone
I am riding with has a flat, my pump is the one that is pressed into
service to fill it up.

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Another question. I thought it should come in different sizes for
different frames, but it is instead "one size fits all".

It's not really a frame pump; it's about half as long as one of those. It
comes with a strap-on clamp.

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aksjls said:

Hello,

I'd like to get a pump attached to my bike. Looks like frame
pumps are good compromises between mini pupms and floor pumps.
I am inclined to buy the Topeak Road Morph (w/ Dial) instead of the
Mountain Morph since the former is more versatile. Is it any good?

Best pump I ever saw. I bought mine for a tour, since I needed something
that would inflate tires to full pressure. Works great. Any time anyone
I am riding with has a flat, my pump is the one that is pressed into
service to fill it up.

Quoted message said:

Another question. I thought it should come in different sizes for
different frames, but it is instead "one size fits all".

It's not really a frame pump; it's about half as long as one of those. It
comes with a strap-on clamp.

I'll second that. My Mountain Morph does great on road tires.

--
Phil, Squid-in-Training

Quoted message said:

Hello,

I'd like to get a pump attached to my bike. Looks like frame
pumps are good compromises between mini pupms and floor pumps.
I am inclined to buy the Topeak Road Morph (w/ Dial) instead of the
Mountain Morph since the former is more versatile. Is it any good?
Another question. I thought it should come in different sizes for
different frames, but it is instead "one size fits all".

Thanks.

Andy

Let me put in at least one vote for a CO2 inflator. The newer ones work
great, allow you to keep partially used cartridges in the inflator, and
you can get any pressure you want into the tire.

I also carry a frame pump on long solo rides (suspenders and a belt!?),
but on shorter rides and or group rides I stick with CO2.

Of course, at home a floor pump can't be beat!

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Quoted message said:

Hello,

I'd like to get a pump attached to my bike. Looks like frame
pumps are good compromises between mini pupms and floor pumps.
I am inclined to buy the Topeak Road Morph (w/ Dial) instead of the
Mountain Morph since the former is more versatile. Is it any good?
Another question. I thought it should come in different sizes for
different frames, but it is instead "one size fits all".

The Morph is a good pump, but it is not a substitute for a good floor
pump. One size will fit most bikes.
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Alex

I have to help out 1-2 stuck cyclists/month who are out in the boonies
and have expended all their CO2. Just a couple weeks back I pumped a
guys rear tire and left him another CO2 cartridge, just in case.
Carrying just CO2 is a great way to get oneself stuck, IMO.

- rick

You have a strange Morph if it mounts to the water bottle bosses. We
have bought 7 Road Morphs over the past 3 years (lots of bikes) and all
of them have a strap mount, none of them mount to the water bottle
bosses and go nowhere near the water bottles. I have them attached to
the top tube, down tube, and seat tube. The strap is quite long and
should fit around most tubes except some of the extremely large and odd
shaped ones.

They work like a charm, and Todson (Topeak brand owner) has good
customer service - they have given me several extra mount kits.

- rick

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They work like a charm, and Todson (Topeak brand owner) has good
customer service - they have given me several extra mount kits.

What's your secret? I've been trying to get an extra mount for one of
their quick release wedge bags for a couple months. And I'm willing to
pay for it.

Matthew

Quoted message said:

I have to help out 1-2 stuck cyclists/month who are out in the

boonies

Quoted message said:

and have expended all their CO2. Just a couple weeks back I pumped a
guys rear tire and left him another CO2 cartridge, just in case.
Carrying just CO2 is a great way to get oneself stuck, IMO.

- rick

I guess the next question is how many tubes you carry. I carry one and
have never had a problem filling it w/ CO2.
But I agree with the more general point which is why on longer, solo
rides I also carry a pump, a second tube and patches.
Still for shorter rides and for group rides I find the simplicity,
light weight, and speed of CO2 to make it the best choice.

Two, but that is not the correct question. I am not the one needing to
be bailed, I am the one doing the bailing. Find too many folks, far
from home, out of CO2 and a tire with little or no air. Problem with
CO2 is once you shoot your wad you have no way to recover if you
continue to have problems. Fine if there is a bus stop or train
station handy, not so bad if you are 13 miles up the hill, out of cell
range, and are looking at 3-4 hours if duck-walking in your cycling
shoes. A truly small pump will at least give you a chance of riding
out, even if you have to stop occasionally and top off the tire.

BTW, I have been stuck myself, miles from home in a downpour. That is
why I now carry enough to get me home in most cases - and that includes
tools to fix chain problems.

- rick