ISO: Frame Pump Zefal HpX 1 or Acceptable Alternate

[christian poppell]

Hi Gang, 

I'm looking for a HPX-1 for a 50cm Platypus. Space between the peg and headtube is 410mm. Looking to pay retail for like new and less if the pump is used. 

Also, if anyone has a good alternative I'm all ears with the HPX out of production. 

Thanks! 

Christian

Phoenix, AZ

[Ed Carolipio]

Hi Christian,

Topeak makes a frame pump for the global market. You can locate new ones from international sellers on eBay. The 4349 has the same spec lengths as the HPX-1.

https://www.topeak.com/global/en/product/235-ROAD-MASTERBLASTER.

The top-of-the-line Silca Ultimate II went down in price recently, and is actually on sale for $75 until Jan 21. Unfortunately, I think the Small is all sold out. Check suppliers to see if they matched Silca's price.

https://silca.cc/collections/silca-supersecret-semi-anual-sale/products/impero-ultimate-ii-frame-pump-memorial-day-sale?variant=40350946492514

Good luck,

Ed C.

Redondo Beach, CA

[Steve]

I've been keeping an eye open for a frame pump for my 50cm Platy as well - and wondering why RBW spec'ed such a short span for the pump peg. 

I'd love to hang a Silca Impero on it, but even their small (44 - 49 cm / 17.3 - 19.3 in.) appears to be a bit too long.  

Steve in Asheville

[christian poppell]

The Topeak looks like a good option. Ill pick one up and give it a try. 

For me, I prefer the utilitarian aspect and low cost of the Topeak. I can better justify leaving a 40$ pump at the bike rack rather than a 75-100$ one. I do like the look of the Silca though. 

Thanks again Ed for the suggestions!

Christian

Wet and rainy Phoenix

[christian poppell]

I've been keeping an eye open for a frame pump for my 50cm Platy as well - and wondering why RBW spec'ed such a short span for the pump peg. 

Its a new standard to take the frame pump market by storm :) Joking aside, I'll update this space once I get the Topeak (43cm-49cm ) in hand. I'm hopeful that I can eek out a few more cm past the recommended size range. Otherwise, us 50cm Platy owners will be waiting for the RBW frame pump. 

Christian

Phoenix, AZ

[christian poppell]

Hey All,

At Ed's suggestion, I ordered the Topeak 4349. I found a good deal from a seller in Taiwan on eBay. It fits great on the 50 Platy, despite only having 40cm between the peg and headtube. 

Thanks again for the suggestions! 

Christian

Phoenix, AZ

[Kim H.]

I have owned Silca and Zefal frame pumps over the years. I found that Topeak frame pumps work very well and seem to last longer.

I, currently have the Topeak 4349 model on my Clem.

Kim Hetzel.

[Russell Duncan]

I recently purchased a Silca Impero during a recent sale. It looks good and fits well on my bike and it does what I need it for, put air in my tires when needed on the road. Is it better than a Topeak? I can’t say, but both are made in Taiwan. Maybe the Silca is even made in the same factory as Topeak. I can’t speak to that though. I’m not dissing made in Taiwan or elsewhere. Only two of my bicycles are made in the U.S. and only a few of my components are. For the price, I may opt for the Topeak next time. 

Russell Duncan

Leverett, MA