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Review by Seattle cyclistGood pump looks great on my bikeby Seattle cyclistCycling EnthusiastSeattle, wa2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.After reading reviews, I ordered the large size. Love the metal bracket that attaches under the downtube water bottle holder, holds pump solidly. I did have the misfortune of having to use the pump to fix a flat. I have been a long time user of the Topeak road morph pump, this pump works just as well and it looks better.
Reviewed 5/8/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Seattle cyclist was helpful/No, review by Seattle cyclist was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
After reading reviews, I ordered the large size. Love the metal bracket that attaches under the downtube water bottle holder, holds pump solidly. I did have the misfortune of having to use the pump to fix a flat. I have been a long time user of the Topeak road morph pump, this pump works just as well and it looks better.
Review by Steve F.Well built and fast for a mini pump.by Steve F.Saugus3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.Ive only had to use this pump once but compared to others Ive owned its much better. The one this replaced (different brand) was rated for 120 psi but would not get my tire above 80, this pump easily brought my tire up to 100 psi. The screw on flexible hose is far superior to lever attached heads imo, so easy to use once set up. The quality of construction is excellent and the pump matches my frame beautifully so its barely noticeable.
Reviewed 7/29/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Steve F. was helpful/No, review by Steve F. was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Ive only had to use this pump once but compared to others Ive owned its much better. The one this replaced (different brand) was rated for 120 psi but would not get my tire above 80, this pump easily brought my tire up to 100 psi. The screw on flexible hose is far superior to lever attached heads imo, so easy to use once set up. The quality of construction is excellent and the pump matches my frame beautifully so its barely noticeable.
Review by AnonymousNice pump but beware of presta valve core backing outby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastEllicott City, MD3 of 4 customers found this review helpful.Had a flat on a long ride, and used this pump for the first time. Threaded flexible hose onto presta valve and easily pumped the tire up to a good firm pressure, allowing me to ride the last 20 miles. However, on first try, the valve core backed out of my Continental inner tube when removing the pump. Pump has a presta valve core tightening tool feature built-into the hose fitting end. Learned that Lezyne recommends Loctite thread glue be applied to presta removable valve cores. Tighten after applying glue and let it dry overnight. This should prevent cores from backing out next time. Will see if this helps next time a flat repair is needed! Lastly, did not realize it but the instructions do say, slip or thread hose onto presta valve. I threaded the hose on. Need to see if it can be slipped on, which probably is better in helping to keep valve core from twisting out.
Reviewed 5/6/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Had a flat on a long ride, and used this pump for the first time. Threaded flexible hose onto presta valve and easily pumped the tire up to a good firm pressure, allowing me to ride the last 20 miles. However, on first try, the valve core backed out of my Continental inner tube when removing the pump. Pump has a presta valve core tightening tool feature built-into the hose fitting end. Learned that Lezyne recommends Loctite thread glue be applied to presta removable valve cores. Tighten after applying glue and let it dry overnight. This should prevent cores from backing out next time. Will see if this helps next time a flat repair is needed! Lastly, did not realize it but the instructions do say, slip or thread hose onto presta valve. I threaded the hose on. Need to see if it can be slipped on, which probably is better in helping to keep valve core from twisting out.
Review by AnonymousNice pump but not as small as you are probably hoping!by AnonymousSanta Cruz, CA1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.This is a nice pump as far as portable pumps go. I have nothing bad to say about it in terms of purpose or function. It works. The removable hose is a huge plus, IMO.
Just be aware that this will not securely fit in a jersey pocket. It is too long.
Reviewed 4/1/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This is a nice pump as far as portable pumps go. I have nothing bad to say about it in terms of purpose or function. It works. The removable hose is a huge plus, IMO.
Just be aware that this will not securely fit in a jersey pocket. It is too long.
Review by hardgumboSame here!by hardgumboCycling EnthusiastTeaneck, NJ1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Same issues as others: Core backout; Corrosion and thread seizing; Loss of plug; Poor grommet fit.
It still works, but I wouldn't buy this thing again. Not worth the trouble.
Reviewed 11/27/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by hardgumbo was helpful/No, review by hardgumbo was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Same issues as others: Core backout; Corrosion and thread seizing; Loss of plug; Poor grommet fit.
It still works, but I wouldn't buy this thing again. Not worth the trouble.
Review by dwigLezyne never fails, their design is impeccable and workmanship exquisite.by dwig5 of 5 customers found this review helpful.This is my fourth lezyne pump and I won't buy anything else. They fit nicely on the bike, work flawlessly and I love to watch my friends that CO2 wonks as they see me fill my tire after I flat. They are astonished at how quickly and easily I am back on the road.
Reviewed 7/14/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by dwig was helpful/No, review by dwig was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This is my fourth lezyne pump and I won't buy anything else. They fit nicely on the bike, work flawlessly and I love to watch my friends that CO2 wonks as they see me fill my tire after I flat. They are astonished at how quickly and easily I am back on the road.
Review by PJHQuality Pumpby PJHCycling EnthusiastSo Cal6 of 6 customers found this review helpful.100 mile per week road rider on nasty streets with lots of tire eating debris. The Lezyne pump is well built with top materials to an efficient design that is clearly superior to others. The hose connector as opposed to the old head type pumps is much more user friendly and works well. This is not a bargain pump but one that will doubtless last a long time. The only drawback is they are so pretty that the thought of what a long life will do that shiny finish is disappointing ,-)
Reviewed 4/7/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by PJH was helpful/No, review by PJH was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
100 mile per week road rider on nasty streets with lots of tire eating debris. The Lezyne pump is well built with top materials to an efficient design that is clearly superior to others. The hose connector as opposed to the old head type pumps is much more user friendly and works well. This is not a bargain pump but one that will doubtless last a long time. The only drawback is they are so pretty that the thought of what a long life will do that shiny finish is disappointing ,-)
Review by Anonymoushave only needed to use it once so far but it work very well, pumped to full pressure in about 100 strokesby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastHermiston, Oregon6 of 6 customers found this review helpful.road biking
Reviewed 1/1/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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Review by Great Plains BikerGreat design and qualityby Great Plains BikerCycling EnthusiastLincoln, NE4 of 4 customers found this review helpful. This review is for the longer, large sized pump. Wuz amazed at the small diameter, so tested the pump at home by mounting a new Michelin 700c x 28 tire on an aero rim. Performs as described. Got a hard tire, in the 95-100 psi range, without much effort. Not sure if one could inflate a tire to the advertised 160 psi, but will definitely get you home on a well-inflated tire. Hose is desirable, saves presta valve damage (which I've done before, with a frame pump.) I use a hand pump only for emergency flats on the road, and am comfident this pump will last me for decades. (Heck, I had a Silca plastic frame pump that lasted for decades.) Also have the Lezyne floor pump, and the Lezyne alloy drive Mtn hand pump. When I find a well-designed, quality brand, I stick with it. Finally, the longer, large size won't fit in a tire bag, but it's so thin it tucks away alongside a water bottle cage. I'd go with the large size over the medium size. It's like big puffs of air over little puffs ....
Reviewed 1/6/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Great Plains Biker was helpful/No, review by Great Plains Biker was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This review is for the longer, large sized pump. Wuz amazed at the small diameter, so tested the pump at home by mounting a new Michelin 700c x 28 tire on an aero rim. Performs as described. Got a hard tire, in the 95-100 psi range, without much effort. Not sure if one could inflate a tire to the advertised 160 psi, but will definitely get you home on a well-inflated tire. Hose is desirable, saves presta valve damage (which I've done before, with a frame pump.) I use a hand pump only for emergency flats on the road, and am comfident this pump will last me for decades. (Heck, I had a Silca plastic frame pump that lasted for decades.) Also have the Lezyne floor pump, and the Lezyne alloy drive Mtn hand pump. When I find a well-designed, quality brand, I stick with it. Finally, the longer, large size won't fit in a tire bag, but it's so thin it tucks away alongside a water bottle cage. I'd go with the large size over the medium size. It's like big puffs of air over little puffs ....
Review by JohnGood quality and very slim.by JohnCycling EnthusiastEaston, PA3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.The built in hose makes the pump easy to use. Just be sure to tighten the presto valve that is screwed into your tire tube with a needle nose pliers or a special tool that's designed for that purpose. Otherwise when you go to unscrew the pump after filling up the tire with air, a loose presto valve will unscrew with the rubber hose and all of the air escapes. The pump is very slim & compact. I attach it to the holes of one of my bottle cages. In my case, my Salsa Fargo has room for 5 such mounts. My pump is placed underneath the down tube which would be the equivalent of the holes for a fifth water bottle. However, this pump would fit well anywhere.
Reviewed 8/25/2016Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by John was helpful/No, review by John was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
The built in hose makes the pump easy to use. Just be sure to tighten the presto valve that is screwed into your tire tube with a needle nose pliers or a special tool that's designed for that purpose. Otherwise when you go to unscrew the pump after filling up the tire with air, a loose presto valve will unscrew with the rubber hose and all of the air escapes. The pump is very slim & compact. I attach it to the holes of one of my bottle cages. In my case, my Salsa Fargo has room for 5 such mounts. My pump is placed underneath the down tube which would be the equivalent of the holes for a fifth water bottle. However, this pump would fit well anywhere.
Review by Erick BrianA good pump to carry, but not amazing. by Erick BrianCycling EnthusiastLos Angeles, CA6 of 7 customers found this review helpful.I've owned a medium Road Drive pump for about 5 years now. I still own it, it's worn out, and I tried to replace it with the Gauge Drive pump (that thing is a piece of crap) and I'm back to this guy now.
As a long term review, here are my thoughts...
It's a light-weight pump that doesn't take up much space in the jersey pocket. I never mounted it to my bike because I carry this with me on different bikes.
It wears out the more you use it. The coating or finish on the interior shaft is scratched up and worn, and sometimes gets your hands dirty.
Rubber caps and parts are...questionable??? I'm not sure what they want you to do with them. They're easy to rip off or lose, and I'm sure it's meant to keep the hose from either falling out, or from getting dirt or crap into the pump. But upon removing from pockets or stuffing into pockets, it's easy to open, rip off, and lose. The rubber ring that seems to ask use this so the pump won't unexpectedly expand isn't easy to use. You have to learn how to twist it into place, and shove between the pump handle and the main chamber. Why not just have a twist to lock mechanism?
Anyhow, it's a lovely hand pump that myself and many friends own. It does the job and the hose is the best part about this pump. Doesn't seem that Lezyne has updatedimproved their products, so it makes me think they really don't conduct any user research and collect feedback. I'm now considering to purchase a different brand of pump, especially after the Gauge Drive failed on me and many friends complain about the floor standing pumps.
I would recommend this pump to a friend, but if you can find something similar for the same price that has better features, go for it. But this is one of the lightest and smallest pumps I've found. It's a good pump.
Reviewed 8/14/2016Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Erick Brian was helpful/No, review by Erick Brian was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I've owned a medium Road Drive pump for about 5 years now. I still own it, it's worn out, and I tried to replace it with the Gauge Drive pump (that thing is a piece of crap) and I'm back to this guy now.
As a long term review, here are my thoughts...
It's a light-weight pump that doesn't take up much space in the jersey pocket. I never mounted it to my bike because I carry this with me on different bikes.
It wears out the more you use it. The coating or finish on the interior shaft is scratched up and worn, and sometimes gets your hands dirty.
Rubber caps and parts are...questionable??? I'm not sure what they want you to do with them. They're easy to rip off or lose, and I'm sure it's meant to keep the hose from either falling out, or from getting dirt or crap into the pump. But upon removing from pockets or stuffing into pockets, it's easy to open, rip off, and lose. The rubber ring that seems to ask use this so the pump won't unexpectedly expand isn't easy to use. You have to learn how to twist it into place, and shove between the pump handle and the main chamber. Why not just have a twist to lock mechanism?
Anyhow, it's a lovely hand pump that myself and many friends own. It does the job and the hose is the best part about this pump. Doesn't seem that Lezyne has updatedimproved their products, so it makes me think they really don't conduct any user research and collect feedback. I'm now considering to purchase a different brand of pump, especially after the Gauge Drive failed on me and many friends complain about the floor standing pumps.
I would recommend this pump to a friend, but if you can find something similar for the same price that has better features, go for it. But this is one of the lightest and smallest pumps I've found. It's a good pump.
Review by JHopkins70Great frame pumpby JHopkins70Competitive RacerSt. Louis area3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.I own two of these pumps and another for the MTB. Great pumps. Barely know they're there until you need it. Light and out of the way.
Reviewed 5/26/2015Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by JHopkins70 was helpful/No, review by JHopkins70 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I own two of these pumps and another for the MTB. Great pumps. Barely know they're there until you need it. Light and out of the way.
Review by AnonymousAwsome pump, if not the best pump market at least tied for the best pump on the market.by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastIndiana10 of 10 customers found this review helpful.This Road Drive pumps is simply fantastic and it looks great too. I do want buyers to be aware of one thing though, this pump comes in 3 sizes, small, medium, and large, if you want the easiest pump to get up to 100 psi or so get the large, I seriously doubt though that the small would get to 100 psi unlike what they claim, and medium might but with a significant amount of effort. It takes about 130 strokes with the large pump to get to 100 psi on my 700x23 tires and the effort is about moderate and not a big deal. The large doesn't look large though, the diameter is the same as the others it's just a bit longer, the small is 7 inches long, the medium is 8 12 inches, and the long is 11 inches.
I like the internally stored hose but it is Presta only which you can get a Schrader to Presta adapter if you want to use it on a Schrader valve, they do sell a replacement hose that has a built in pen air gauge that fits the medium and large pumps but I think that hose is way overpriced. The hose type of pumps, if used correctly of course, will not damage a valve stem as easily as a direct connect pump will. Another word to a potential buyer, you must first screw the hose by itself, in other words unattached to the pump body, to the presta valve then screw the pump body onto the hose.
Lezyne has 2 ways you can mount this pump to your bike, the pump comes with a bottle cage side mount, but they also make a fantastic water bottle cage called the Alloy Cage, and that cage comes with a pump bracket built into the side of the cage just for the Road Drive series.
I have owned lots of pumps and currently have 4 other brands of pumps, and this one along with another brand are the best on the market of light weight mini pumps. I do think the pump is slightly overpriced but it is a good quality pump, I got mine on sale so I'm not complaining. I like this pump so much that when another sale came up I got another Road Drive to put on another bike.
Reviewed 5/15/2015Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This Road Drive pumps is simply fantastic and it looks great too. I do want buyers to be aware of one thing though, this pump comes in 3 sizes, small, medium, and large, if you want the easiest pump to get up to 100 psi or so get the large, I seriously doubt though that the small would get to 100 psi unlike what they claim, and medium might but with a significant amount of effort. It takes about 130 strokes with the large pump to get to 100 psi on my 700x23 tires and the effort is about moderate and not a big deal. The large doesn't look large though, the diameter is the same as the others it's just a bit longer, the small is 7 inches long, the medium is 8 12 inches, and the long is 11 inches.
I like the internally stored hose but it is Presta only which you can get a Schrader to Presta adapter if you want to use it on a Schrader valve, they do sell a replacement hose that has a built in pen air gauge that fits the medium and large pumps but I think that hose is way overpriced. The hose type of pumps, if used correctly of course, will not damage a valve stem as easily as a direct connect pump will. Another word to a potential buyer, you must first screw the hose by itself, in other words unattached to the pump body, to the presta valve then screw the pump body onto the hose.
Lezyne has 2 ways you can mount this pump to your bike, the pump comes with a bottle cage side mount, but they also make a fantastic water bottle cage called the Alloy Cage, and that cage comes with a pump bracket built into the side of the cage just for the Road Drive series.
I have owned lots of pumps and currently have 4 other brands of pumps, and this one along with another brand are the best on the market of light weight mini pumps. I do think the pump is slightly overpriced but it is a good quality pump, I got mine on sale so I'm not complaining. I like this pump so much that when another sale came up I got another Road Drive to put on another bike.
Review by laidbackridersmall pump deliversby laidbackriderCycling EnthusiastEast Bay SF area3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.I've only had to use this once so far, but it worked perfectly. The flexible hose made it easy to put serious pressure in my tire, though it does take some time. I've gotten tired of CO2 escaping overnight or even during a long ride, this pump is a good alternative for basically the same weight.
Reviewed 10/26/2014Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by laidbackrider was helpful/No, review by laidbackrider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I've only had to use this once so far, but it worked perfectly. The flexible hose made it easy to put serious pressure in my tire, though it does take some time. I've gotten tired of CO2 escaping overnight or even during a long ride, this pump is a good alternative for basically the same weight.
Review by AnonymousGood volume per stroke by AnonymousEfficient
Reviewed 6/19/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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Review by A1ARiderThis is the perfect pump for backup.by A1ARiderCycling EnthusiastDelray Beach, FL9 of 9 customers found this review helpful.It's a top quality piece of equipment in a well thought out design. I use CO2 cartridges for flat repair on the road and top off the pressure with this pump. If I have more flats in one ride than CO2 cartridges then I've got the pump for backup. The mount is secure and the pump is tucked out of the way so there's no interference with pedaling action. Lezyne's screw-on valve has a pressure release valve which prevents loss of air from the tube when you're unscrewing the hose.
Reviewed 3/13/2014Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by A1ARider was helpful/No, review by A1ARider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
It's a top quality piece of equipment in a well thought out design. I use CO2 cartridges for flat repair on the road and top off the pressure with this pump. If I have more flats in one ride than CO2 cartridges then I've got the pump for backup. The mount is secure and the pump is tucked out of the way so there's no interference with pedaling action. Lezyne's screw-on valve has a pressure release valve which prevents loss of air from the tube when you're unscrewing the hose.
Review by JEFFroVery well-made.by JEFFroMinnesota0 of 4 customers found this review helpful.Great little pump works really well. The only downside is it does not work on Schrader valves too. I don't have Schrader valves but it's always nice to have that option.
Reviewed 1/6/2014Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by JEFFro was helpful/No, review by JEFFro was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Great little pump works really well. The only downside is it does not work on Schrader valves too. I don't have Schrader valves but it's always nice to have that option.
Review by AnonymousQuality Pumpby Anonymousnorcal1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.This pump is nicely made. No rattling on rough gravel roads and it pumps a tire quickly. There really is no compromise with Lezyne. Other pumps just dont compare.
Reviewed 8/12/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This pump is nicely made. No rattling on rough gravel roads and it pumps a tire quickly. There really is no compromise with Lezyne. Other pumps just dont compare.
Review by HenrykWorked great!by HenrykCycling EnthusiastCT1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Another person needed to fill their tire at the beginning of the ride. so, I let them use it. They thought it was too small and would not be up to the job. Needless to say they were impressed! Thanked me and rode on.
Reviewed 7/22/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Henryk was helpful/No, review by Henryk was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Another person needed to fill their tire at the beginning of the ride. so, I let them use it. They thought it was too small and would not be up to the job. Needless to say they were impressed! Thanked me and rode on.
Review by AnonymousVery nice looking pumpby AnonymousSeattle 1 of 3 customers found this review helpful.Will be great whenif i need repair on the road.
Reviewed 12/24/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Will be great whenif i need repair on the road.