Topeak Mini MasterBlaster Bike Pump Review

Really good pump. Inflate tires quickly. The jet automatically switches from Schrader to Presto, but the straps stick out of the frame and pants often get caught on them. Once I forgot to put a pump in, my pant leg got caught on it and it broke.

I used velcro to attach it to the frame of the bike in the mount because I didn't trust the screw lugs or where to put the pump. The pump itself is the best mini pump I have ever used. I was planning on ordering a few bucks more expensive version of this pump with a built in gauge, but I must have screwed up and got this instead. Okay, it feels okay, and in this case one less thing.

Designed for emergencies, not for everyday tire inflation. Good luck trying to get your tires to 100psi with this pump as it can take a while and you could waste a lot of energy getting tires up to pressure. But for emergency use on the road, it's a lifesaver. I didn't want it to be as bulky as it is now because I hung it on the back of my shirt. But it's meant to be mounted on a frame as intended, I just decided against it. Just a personal choice.

I regret not having tested this pump within the first 30 days as I would have sent it back. In fact, it has only one downside in my opinion, but it puts strain on the fingers. On the other hand, it is well made and runs smoothly with no play. Pumping in both the push and pull strokes is a key feature that works well. The mounting bracket is simple but with a nice integrated pump nozzle cover. The only downside is the handle at the end of the nozzle - it's too short. It can only be gripped with…

A few years ago, after some bad experiences with CO2, I dedicated myself entirely to the mini pump. The mini pump is in my back pocket on every ride. Lately I've been more into "gravelbreakers" over long distances. Last week there was an explosion a few miles from the finish line. I reached into my pocket. NO PUMP! It must have turned up somewhere in the last 50 miles of dirt roads. When I reached the finish line I decided it was time to get a custom pump for this bike. I have a Topeak Master…

This is a nice little bike pump that will get the job done in an unexpected home renovation. Of course, high-pressure tires won't get you in the 100-120psi range, but it's enough to get you home. It's pretty solid in construction and the dual-head feature means you don't have to change configuration to use between a Presta or Schrader valve head. It is small and quite light, and the universal clip is compatible with the bottle cage. My only complaint is that the pump is clamped upside down on…