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fumpa bike pumpFive cool things coming soon from Castelli, Rondo, Asgard, Rudy Project, and Fumpa
It might be April Fools' Day, but there's no fooling around for road.cc's reviewers at the moment as we get stuck into our spring and summer gear reviews - although we felt foolish heading out in a jersey and shorts this morning thinking it was warm with the sunshine pouring through the window, only to find out it was about 4°c...
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The Rondo HVRT AL blends classic styling with bang up-to-date features, with a 10 speed Shimano Tiagra drivetrain, clearance for 650b wheels with road plus tyres and disc brakes. What's more, the full carbon fork can also be tweaked to make the geometry more aggressive thanks to Rondo's TwinTip technology. Just a flip of the chip in the fork switches the bike between a more relaxed commuter and a rapid racer. Being an all-rounder, it's also equipped with mudguard mounts. The ultimate alloy do-it-all? Find out in Stu Kerton's review later this month.
Castelli Undersaddle Mini pack
£25.00
This compact saddle bag from Castelli has room for an inner tube and flat kit, and fits neatly right under your saddle with no overhang which will appeal to racers. Castelli say it's weather-resistant, and there's also an adjustable hook and loop attachment strap system.
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£109.00
The handy little device should take the hassle out of pumping your tyre on the go without the debris that comes with C02 cartridges. On a single charge the miniFumpa can pump up more than two 700c road tyres from flat, with a maximum tyre inflation rating of up to 120 psi - which should cover you for all distance rides unless you're really unlucky. Charging is via USB, and it fits presta valves. Fumpa say you should be able to get to 100 psi in 43 seconds on a 23mm tyre, and a 25mm tyre should get to 90psi in 41 seconds. Did it leave Mike Stead feeling deflated? We hope not, but you can find out in his review soon.
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Asgard Access E Plus Bike Storage
£575.00
Intended to house up to three e-bikes (but of course suitable for other bike types too) the Access E is a large metal storage shed designed to protect your bike(s). Made from weatherproof steel and weighing over 19 stone, it has a whole host of security features to keep the thieves at bay, such as heavy-duty double-doors, a reinforced easy-lift lid, heavy duty locking shrouds and a door deadbolt. For even more security the unit can be bolted to the ground using the supplied fixing bolts, just in case some very committed robbers decide they want to lift the whole thing. There is also a mounting plate to attach e-bike chargers. Is it bullet (and more importantly thief)-proof? The verdict will be in soon.
asgardsss.co.uk
Rudy Project Defender Graphene ImpactX Photochromic 2
£191.00
The Defender "blends an innate racing attitude with the most advanced eyewear technology to provide unparalleled comfort to athletes and weekend warriors", so say Rudy Project. They have an adjustable nosepad and temple-tips, offer a wide field of vision and there are protective soft 'safety bumpers' to offer plenty of cushion. The 'Power Flow' ventilation system, i.e. gaps at the side to maximise airflow, should also keep you cooler. George Hill is out testing them at the moment, with a review due later this month...
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Jack has been writing about cycling and multisport for over a decade, arriving at road.cc via 220 Triathlon Magazine in 2017. He worked across all areas of the website including tech, news and video, and also contributed to eBikeTips before being named Editor of road.cc in 2021 (much to his surprise). Jack has been hooked on cycling since his student days, and currently has a Trek 1.2 for winter riding, a beloved Bickerton folding bike for getting around town and an extra beloved custom Ridley Helium SLX for fantasising about going fast in his stable. Jack has never won a bike race, but does have a master's degree in print journalism and two Guinness World Records for pogo sticking (it's a long story).
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Wow, just like the CO2, us humans are evolving into a less physical species and can't pump up their tires by hand anymore; but at least with the Fumpa you don't have to buy and discard CO2 carts; but just like the CO2 you only have enough air for 2 flats, so in case by some slim chance you get a third on a ride you'll need your mechanical backup pump. And this thing will be useless with tubeless unless you put a tube into the tire after you flatted.
So while does seem like a better idea then CO2, why hasn't the company come up with a bracket that can mount alongside a water bottle cage that can hold the unit?
Seeing that this thing is nearly $140, and knowing that rechargeable batteries are only good for about 3 to 4 years, can the battery be replaced? and if so, how much will it cost the consumer?
That fumpa pumpa looks interesting indeed, if it's gotta go in a pocket or a bag I kinda wish it was not quite as square though....
that mini compressor looks interesting, looking forward to the review. Ive been carrying cartridges and a pump because i've never 100% trusted the co2 cartridges. Not sure the Fumpa would let me leave the pump behind but in association with my shift to road tubeless it might...
Likewise, I carry CO2 and a pump and a spare tube and I run tubeless.
However, checking on their website, the pump is 380g which is a lot heavier than the alternative (i.e. using a pump and a bit of arm power), so I think I'll give it a miss.
If it also functioned as a spare powerbank, then the weight would be more acceptable.
You're looking at the larger version - the mini fumpa - which I think is the one to be reviewed is 190g.
That's better. I'll await the review.
happy to confirm I’m reviewing both. The larger one is definitely a workshop/car/gearbag number, the small one is quite pocketable. Both been getting some action hereabouts.
The ‘Castelli Undersaddle Minipack’ looks strangely familiar…