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9.6.2013

There are countless styles of bicycle pumps out there, from mini pumps to frame pumps to CO2 inflators and everything in between. There are cheap pumps that break on a whim, and expensive pumps that are even more expensive to repair. The list goes on and on. And I've been through enough of them to finally figure out what best suits my needs: this Topeak Turbo Morph G.This pump is just the right size to throw into my frame bag. It weighs just over half a pound, which is mostly unnoticeable. It has a decent stroke that makes it easy to pump up large tires from empty. The gauge is a nice addition for at least getting into the right inflation ballpark after a tire repair.The flexible hose eliminates all stress from the valve it gets hooked up to. The head has a convertible tip which won't get chewed up by shraeder valves like non-convertible "smart heads". The fold-out foot makes it easy to pump up quickly and efficiently. And the T-handle gives a comfortable hand hold.Yes, this thing is mostly made of plastic. The only metal parts I could find are the barrel and the shaft. Everything else is plastic. This is both a blessing and a curse. It's very light and easy to repair, but it might be more prone to breakage. Topeak does offer repair parts for almost every component on this pump, though. And their warranty and customer service is great. For the record, I've never broken a Topeak plasticky pump, with the exception of the crappy "smart head" that gets all chewed up over time (but no "smart head" on this pump, yay!)The included mounting bracket is decent. It's fairly sturdy and holds the pump solidly. But it only holds the pump on 2 axes. It won't prevent the pump from sliding length-wise. So if you mount the pump under the down-tube (some bike frames have bottle mount braze-ons there), the pump could eventually slide down far enough that it sticks out past the bottom bracket. This is a minor issue, but I bring it up because I had originally intended to mount the pump there until I realized it was a bad idea.So now when I get a flat, I don't have to deal with empty CO2 cartridges anymore, I don't have to run myself ragged trying to inflate a 2.5" tire with a mini-pump, I don't have to pull out the giant frame pump. I can just slip out this excellent Turbo Morph G and be back on the trail in record time,Also, this pump made me the trail hero a couple weeks ago when a fellow rider needed air, and his CO2 cartridges turned out to all be empty.
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22.9.2012

This is probably one of the best portable pumps out there. I would recommend using it as an emergency bike pump while on the road. The winning feature for me is the flexible hose, which you don't find on most portable/frame pumps. Here is my summary:PROs:-Efficiency. For a hand pump the turbo morph has a decent pressure range. I've used it to inflate my tires to 105psi (based on the gauge) with reasonable effort - I'm a 5' 11'', 180lb male. Beyond that, each stroke becomes exponentially more difficult. I could barely budge the handle at 110psi even when pressing down with most of my body weight.-Ergonomics. I like that the handle flips laterally so that you can press with the palm of your hand.This, along with the little foot pad stabilizer, turns the Turbo Morph into a mini floor pump. The advantage is that you can use your body weight rather than just your arm strength.-Flexible hose. This is ultimately what won me over. Hand pumps are difficult to keep steady when pumping to high PSIs. This doesn't bode well for the delicate Presta valve, which can easily break under excess strain. This has happened to me a number of times with my old hand pump, which is why I decided to get rid of it. The turbo morph solves this problem by using a flexible hose. This helps to keep the pump nozzle steady as the tire inflates. If you have a Presta valve, I would not recommend using any hand pump without a flexible hose.CONS:- The pump is a bit on the heavier side. This may be a turn off for those cyclists who obsess over every ounce. Personally, this is not a big deal for me as I'm primarily a commuter. I would rather have sturdy pump that works when I need it rather than some flimsy, light weight handpump.- Unless you're a NFL linebacker who can bench press 500 pounds, I can assure you that you will not be able to inflate anything up to 160psi with this pump. An average guy might be able to get up to 120 psi with a little bit of sweat. For me, this is not a major drawback since this pump is for emergencies only. My 700x23cc road bike tires need 115 psi, but if I have to change a flat on the road, I can limp home with my tires at 90psi. That being said, I would recommend having a more powerful floor pump at home as your main bike pump.
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30.5.2016

I’ll start by saying this pump is fantastic and saves time and effort when faced with inflating a tyre out in the wilderness. The oversized pump barrel system means that each pump of the handle produces considerably more air that the typical style hand pump, resulting in less effort on your part, quicker inflation and far easier to reach even high tyre pressures. Regarding the size, although it’s 30cm or there abouts in length I would still happily call this a compact design. It’s certainly lightweight and in all honesty having it in my backpack on a ride feels no noticeable difference to not having it in there, so no complaints about the weight whatsoever. Despite that, the pump in no way feels flimsy,in fact it’s the opposite. It feels strong and shows no signs of flex at all when in use. The pressure gauge is accurate and extremely useful, and folds down flat out of the way when not in use and will a little twist of the handle the pump stays locked down to it’s smallest profile for carrying. As a committed mountain biker I’ve tried many brands others have owned, both portable models out on the trail and workshop track style pumps, and I would most definitely rate the Morph G mini as good if not better than all I have tried over the years. It’s fair to say that Topeak have delivered with each of their products that I have tried and this is no exception. For anyone even contemplating buying something cheaper even if it’s one of Topeaks non-turbo models, my recommendation would be, stop shopping around and buy this one. Every time you have the need to use this pump you will be grateful you shelled out the £30 for it as it earns it’s money back in time and effort saved, time and time again. To be honest I can’t see this one breaking any time soon, but if I happened to find myself in the market for a new pump I’d buy this one again with hesitation.
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4.9.2016

In general, the longer the piston.....the easier it is to pump. No small, light portable pump for road bike tires are going to be easy to get to 90+PSI. That being said, this pump seems to be made of decent quality and who knows how this pump performs over time. It is portable.....not exactly ultra portable....that was not my main concern. What I like about it is a hose and like I mentioned a longer piston. I carry this pump and it's accomplices in a backpack.....I don't like to put much of anything on my bike: it's not a Xmas tree.The gage: it's basically useless.....it's not even close as far as letting me know what my PSI is. Disappointed but not angry.I recommend a gage: whether you have both a floor pump and mini pump.....a gage shows you what's in your tire...it's attached to you tire.....it's not reading PSI from the pump.The little flip down lever on the bottom is somewhat helpful in terms of stability......but the hose and it's distance away from your wheel is what counts.That being said, I find the locking connection to work with my presta valves to work just fine with minimal air loss and once again the pump action to get my tires to a "desired firmness" is fine for a portable pump. Despite the gage being "useless", I do not have to pump this thing 100 times.To sum things up Topeak makes pretty decent products and spare parts should be accessible down the road. The pump itself feels sturdy and the locks and the snap/moving parts all seem to be tight.....and I find the price/quality factor reasonable.There are some very well made and designed ultra compact mini pumps out there in the market but they cost more and you arms will get a "pump" spending more time on the side of the road.
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31.7.2009

I had opportunity to give this pump a very thorough test one week after I bought it from Amazon. While on a long ride I experienced three blow outs within 12 miles of a 67 mile ride. After the third blow out I discovered the cause for this very frustrating occurrence. A small slit in the side wall of the rear tire causing the tube to be exposed. After applying a tire patch inside the tire over this slit I made it home without further incidence. Each time the pump worked very well to bring the tire up to pressure. It required 150 pumps to bring the 26 X 1 1/4 inch tire up to 100 psi. The first 80 pumps I could comfortably do kneeling with one hand after which the next 70 pumps where then easily accomplished while standing using the handy foot pad and applying my body weight.Some criticize the fold down foot pad to be flimsy but I found it to be antiquate and do just what it is intended to do, hold the pump in place. The dial gauge is spot on accurate which I tested at home with a tire gauge. When removing the head from the valve after pumping I didn't have any problems losing air pressure like someone else stated. The pump mounts nicely on top of the frame of my Bacchetta Giro 20 recumbent. I also love the rubber hose. No struggling with the wheel or stressing out the tire valve. I'm so glad that I had this pump instead of the Co2 inflator that I used to carry. I would have been out of luck after the second flat as the three cylinders that I carried would only fill two tires. The pump never runs out of air. And it really doesn't take that long to fill a tire. Also I like that there is less stuff I need to carry around. Three or more Co2 cylinders, cylinder valve head, and tire gauge.
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12.8.2007

I bought this pump after looking at the advice on [...]. I've pumped up to 85psi, and could have probably gone higher. It does get harder to pump as you get in the higher pressure ranges, of course, and I don't know how my strength compares to potential purchasers, but I guess it would be important to know that you do have to push hard, and I'm a 48-yr old, 260 lb guy who enjoys weightlifting. I'm not saying it's excessively tough, and I cannot make a comparison to other pumps. I'm simply trying to make everyone aware of what to expect. For me, I think it's great.I really appreciated all the extra features:1) the flexible hose makes it easy to pump without worrying about stressing the valve2)the pressure gauge prevents you from losing pressure when you take off the pump,check pressure with a separate guage, put the pump back on, take it off again to check pressure, etc. You just pump up to the desired pressure and you're done!3) the fold out handle and foot stabilizer helps you get up to the higher pressures more easily.I like it. My only recommedations for a better design would be a longer foot stabilizer (I have size 13 feet), an easier to read pressure gauge (as I said, I'm 48, so my eyes ain't so good anymore!), and better directions (virtually non-existent documentation -- I know we're talking about an air pump here, but since I hadn't ridden in a long time until we started bike-training for a 160 mile ride I wasn't "pump-savvy." I thought you should have the lever in the "up" position to put it on the valve, and push it down to secure it when pumping. Turns out it's the opposite!)
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24.4.2013

I admit that I am not using this pump on mountain bike tires. Instead I'm using it as an emergency pump for my dual sport motorcycle and for that it works great (just saved myself $200 on an air compressor, yeah!)The good:I love how compact the pump is when it is folded up so I can easily stash it in a pannier. I had no trouble pumping my motorcycle tire to 40psi. The flexible extension makes it easy to reach to the fill valve regardless of mufflers, motorcycle chains, etc. The lock on the head allows you to attach it securely to the presta or schrader valve on your tire before you start to pump so you don't have to worry about two things at once.The not so good:1)It seems silly to put a gauge on this pump that shows 160 psi. It would take Hercules to pump a tire up to 160 with a fat pump like this. Since most mountain bikers don't fill their tires over 80, why pretend this thing pumps to 160?2) The gauge could be a handy feature, but unfortunately since the scale is so small and goes all the way up to 160 psi, it's only accurate to about plus or minus 5 psi. While a few psi plus or minus doesn't make much difference to a mountain biker, this gives me no help at all when I'm trying to hit 32psi on a motorcycle tire. So I still have to carry a separate pressure gauge.3) The foot pedal shown in the photo appears to be strong enough to stand the pump up, but instead it is just a hinged spot that doesn't have a stop at 90 degrees. Still it is useful, just not quite what is depicted in the photo.
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27.9.2020

To qualify - I have schrader (car style) valves and I read some are having trouble using this pump with presta valves. Other than to say switching this pump's air outlet between the valve types is not looking quick and simple, I can't comment on presta valve use.This pump is a little longer than some cheaper mini-pumps, and if all you want is something to rescue you from a flat tyre and being low on pressure for a while is not a concern, this pump might be over the top.I like it because unlike the hand mini pump I lost, I can inflate tyres to 70psi and more reasonably quickly and easy because I'm pushing with my whole weight on this pump which rests on the ground.That gives me more options than just getting enough air in the tyre to get mobile after a puncture - all most other mini-pumps are good for. I can change tyre pressures mid-ride which is good when I ride on road to an off-road cycle trail with my hybrid bike. I can run lower pressures off road for better grip and comfort and reinflate for the road trip home. I could not do this with a regular mini hand pump.The build and materials quality is excellent and the bike mount gives you the option of using bolt mounts or zip ties for mounting anywhere on the frame you have space. You won't be able to mount this under a water bottle holder, though. The pump is secured by a clip mount and a velcro strap so you don't have to worry about losing it on a rough ride.All round an excellent pump worth the price premium over alternatives.
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27.6.2010

I'd been using an electric inflator that just wasn't working well anymore, so this is my first pump of any kind. I decided it was good to have something portable anyway for the Trek FX 7.3 and future mtb. I initially thought parts were missing, but thanks to customer photos, I determined everything was present. I was then able to quickly figure out how to do the presta / schraeder switch. I was able to inflate both Trek tires from 60 PSI to 120 PSI (according to the Topeak gauge) in about 5 minutes. The key was slowing down ALOT after about 80 PSI, pushing all the way down, taking your time, and keeping elbows mostly locked while using lower body (if you will) and only the weight of upper body to move the handle.As the other reviews said, the flip-out floor thing seems like it will definately break at some point, but it was extremely useful - possibly even NECESSARY to get to 120 PSI so easily. The gauge seems fairly accurate; I checked it with a Slime digital gauge and the measurement was different by about 10 PSI (I attibute this to the loss of air when doing the measurement and removing the pump head). I figure if I overinflate by what the gauge says by 10 PSI, the actual PSI will be right where I want it. I was pleasantly surprised with this pump and hope it lasts. 4 out of 5 stars because the handle could be either bigger or more stable during the pumping.
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23.5.2012

I deflated one of the tires on my bike and pumped it back up with this pump to see how well it would do. It did a great job. The tire pressure was just a little bit less that what I wanted I didn't get it anywhere near 100psi let alone 160 but I wasn't really trying anyways. I was more interested checking to make sure that if I was stranded and needed to change out a tube or patch one, I'd have a good pump that would put enough air in my tire to get me home. This pump is fantastic and exceeds all my expectations. I like how compact it is and everything folds out nicely. All the moving parts seem very sturdy and not made of cheesy parts that will break easily.It seems very durable and looks like it could take a beating and still work fine. I can see this pump lasting for several years. I've already recommended it to some friends and I haven't seen another portable pump that has all the nice features that this pump has for the price range. If you are on the fence, go with this pump, its not like the cheap little handheld pumps that barely work at all (I have a $20 one from walmart that is an absolute joke and doesn't even compare to this pump) Being able to leverage it like a floor pump makes all the difference. I counted about 18 full pumps to fill a deflated 26" tube. It doesn't take much effort which will work great in getting you back on the road faster.
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26.7.2015

While this pump is 18" long and performs well as a floor pump, it is lightweight and carefully engineered not to add weight to a fast ride. It may seem a little fragile, but everything works extremely well. However, affixing the Presta-to-Shraeder-to-Presta fittings requires a little intuition even with the picture instructions, but it works. The 2 parts inside are very snug, but also fragile - don't use anything sharp to coax them out to reset them. The foot rest snaps out and adequately stabilizes the pump for its work, although it may seem a little floppy. The hose is just long enough. Pull it from its clip housing before flipping the gauge down, and twist the top handle to release it for a horizontal pumping position.This was for my wife's shopping/commuter bike (fenders, saddle bags, bell, fixed locking system, lights, rack - the whole deal). Other comments about the length being a challenge for mounting are spot-on. She mounted the clip bracket beneath the front of the bike rack almost under the seat, perpendicularly. This mounting would not work for racers, but it's ideal for her. She affixed the Presta fittings and pumped both 700c tires to 80psi. Good to go!
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23.8.2013

there are much better tyre pumps, but these will be full size... the kind you'd have in the shed/garage, and not easy to carry on a ride.when asking various bike-shop assistants many tried to tell me it's too big to carry about ?!?!?it's not even 30cm in length !!it'll happily fit the length of most rucksack / camelbacs.but even if it doesn't, the pump comes with the attachment to connect to the frame of your bike.the range of the pump allows a good amount of air with each push, making filling the inner tube fairly quick whilst out on the trail, which is important when it's heavily raining.the gauge is analogue as opposed to some of the newer digital models,so it might not be as accurate.but once the needle gets close to the desired pressure, slow down your pumping, and the needle becomes easier to read, making it a slightly more accurate pressure read.I've used this pump many times, and even stopped to help out fellow cyclists with punctures, they were also impressed as it was quicker than the tiny little pumps they carried themselves.smaller and neater is not always a better choice for a portable pump. this is what you need !!
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12.12.2014

Updated Review.I notice some people have difficulty with connecting it to the valve on their bikes. The pump can be switched to Schrader valve or Presta valve fitment. This is the method I use to switch to the other valve type from the one it is currently set to.1. unscrew the metal ring on the end of the pump air connector.2. move the lever so it pushes the rubber out a little.3. take the rubber out with the attached plastic part IN ONE PIECE.4. separate the two parts and keep one part in each hand in the EXACT same direction alignment they were originally in.5. turn the part in your left hand by 180 degrees.6. turn the part in your right hand by 180 degrees.7. push the parts together.8.put the assembly into the air connector with the rubber part on the outside.9. screw the metal ring on.10. all done.This diagram might help.|--> |----->becomes<--| <-----|Original Review.Works fantastic. Don't know how I managed without the pressure gauge before. Never had a bad product from Topeak.
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15.9.2012

I got this pump to replace my Topeak Pocket Rocket Master Blaster Bike Pump because it took just too much work to get the tires inflated to a useable pressure. I have used this pump about 4 times (on the road) now and I must say... it is still a little workout... but this pump will get the tires to the proper pressure. I like the hose that is on this pump. ( I do wish it was longer so I could put the base on the ground when I am airing up my tire with the bike upside down. I like the flap that folds out to keep the pump steady. The head that you put onto the valve fits VERY well. I used to have trouble ,with the above mentioned pump, with getting the fitting onto the valve without letting a lot of air out.This one doesn't do that. I like the pressure gauge that it has. Although I have found it terribly inaccurate, it is consistently inaccurate. So I know what to get the pressure gauge up to to get the actual pressure right. Ex: 120 psi = 105 psi Overall I REALLY like the pump. I highly recommend it.
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24.7.2013

I have this pump secured to my frame so I can reach it easily and make sure my tubes are have sufficient air. It is very light weight and compact. It folds up into a stick which is pretty cool. The valve head is interchangeable between Presta and Shrader (you don't need to carry extra parts, you just unscrew and flip the head around and re-tighten it). This comes in handy when I'm riding with friends. The gauge is clear, easy to read, and accurate. The handle could be designed slightly better, sometimes as I'm pushing down on it my hand will hit the casing causing minor discomfort, no big deal. It's a little wobbly when coming down, because it only has one foot stabilizer,but I'm okay with that if it means a more compact design. The stabilizer flips out while I'm riding if I don't place it on my frame correctly which thus far hasn't caused any major problems, though as soon as I notice it I fix it to be on the cautious side. Would I recommend this to a friend? Definitely.
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