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FLOAT TUBE FISHING FORUM » Fishing Tactics, Tackle, and reviews » Float Tubes, Pontoons, and Equipment Reviews » inflating options

inflating options

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1inflating options Empty inflating options Mon Apr 22, 2013 3:43 pm

campbellrus

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Hi I am trying to decide what would be the best option for inflating a tube at the fishing site. I am visiting a remote location on a 4 wheeler ATV. Once there I can use a 12v air compressor or take a hand pump. Just curious, and dont want to take all day to inflate the tube.

2inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Mon Apr 22, 2013 3:56 pm

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I double action pump gets the job done just fine but access to electricity always makes the job easier. You can use an electrical air mattress pump!

3inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Mon Apr 22, 2013 5:20 pm

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You can go either way, like .:LOLLY:. said the double action pump will do the job just fine. If your tube is completely empty then I think you would be best to use the electric pump for speed reasons. But if you are like most of use we leave our tubes partially pumped so the double actions pump takes no time at all. Just my 2 cents.


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4inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Mon Apr 22, 2013 5:34 pm

desertstorm28

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I got a double action pump that cost me 10 bucks at wal mart and i have my fish cat completely filled in 2 mins (1 min per bladder) and I leave it completely deflated in the trunk of my car

5inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Mon Apr 22, 2013 7:19 pm

TheAsianGuy

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x3 on the double action pump. It's a bit bulky, but when you're on the go, it's the greatest item you can get. You can get the compact version of the double action pump, but, it's going to set you back $40.

6inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Tue Apr 23, 2013 10:38 am

campbellrus

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Thanks guys, double action it is!

7inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Tue Apr 23, 2013 2:40 pm

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desertstorm28 wrote:I got a double action pump that cost me 10 bucks at wal mart and i have my fish cat completely filled in 2 mins (1 min per bladder) and I leave it completely deflated in the trunk of my car

^This x2.
I bought both the double action hand pump for $10, and a 12v electric pump for the car/truck that cost $12 there. The 12v gets my ODC420 filled in a few seconds and I finish it off with the hand pump. Total spent at WalMart was <$25 dollars while just the Double action pump elsewhere will likely set you back $19.99+tax.

Double Action and/or electric all the way.

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8inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Mon Jul 08, 2013 9:33 am

campbellrus

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couldn't find a double action pump at our local wally-world so I got a small battery operated unit and it works great. Used it about 4 times now and the batteries are still good. I came with 4 nozzle sizes and the medium size fits the cumberland valves perfectly.

thanks all and good fishing!

9inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Mon Jul 08, 2013 9:55 am

TheAsianGuy

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Excellent choice. I converted my 12V LiPO to provide the power to my electric pump as well, which I used to pump up my camping air mattresses (yeah yeah..the missus wants her comfort), but also use it for the skeeter and tubes. Mini-double pump is great to have for the "Just In Case I Forget" moment.

10inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Sat Aug 17, 2013 7:38 pm

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Well, inflation options depends where you are headed and how you'll get there. My float tube destinations are tyically 10 to 20 miles from the nearest parking spot--and in wilderness that prohibits entry other than on foot or horseback. I go on foot, so 12V or batteries are not an option--just too heavy. IF you fish the wilderness and need a very handy and very light pump, nothing beats the Coghlans double action air pump. Cost $5 or $6, if you can find one. They are no longer made, but they are still on the shelves in some stores. An alternative--Google search for pumps to inflate baloons. these are also light, double action pumps, but don't know how reliable.

11inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Wed Sep 04, 2013 8:59 pm

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desertstorm28 wrote:I got a double action pump that cost me 10 bucks at wal mart and i have my fish cat completely filled in 2 mins (1 min per bladder) and I leave it completely deflated in the trunk of my car
what is the brand of the pump?

12inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Tue Sep 10, 2013 7:34 pm

fisheromen

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I never go out without 3' of clear vinyl tubing. 3/4" OD, 1/2" ID. I store it behind my Cumberland seat. Fits perfectly in the Boston valve. A couple puffs tops off each bladder. If ever I spring a leak I can actually puff on it as I kick. As for pumps, I prefer the 4 D-Cell type.

13inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Tue Sep 10, 2013 10:15 pm

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what`s a double action pump look like? any pics?
I recently acquired a "PROWLER" by outcast, love it!! but that thing is humongous!! it takes for ever to inflate so last time what I did was, take my scuba tank with me and inflate it with it using a hose! took me 1 minute! geek but I don't wanna take my tank all the time. too much haulig.


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14inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Wed Sep 11, 2013 1:40 am

ed5000x

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I would fill up the tube at the fish site specially when your backpacking because it's a hot day your tube could pop you don't need that so I would definitely leave it deflated and set up at the fishing area

15inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Wed Sep 11, 2013 9:29 am

TheAsianGuy

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Aquaholic38 wrote:what`s a double action pump look like? any pics?
I recently acquired a "PROWLER" by outcast, love it!! but that thing is humongous!! it takes for ever to inflate  so last time what I did was, take my scuba tank with me and inflate it with it using a hose! took me 1 minute! geek but I don't wanna take my tank all the time. too much haulig.
This is what I have.
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This is what you need for that "OH CRAP!" moment on the water:
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It's great to have a strong pair of lung, and a good delivering system (aka your mouth and hose). However, when you have an intermediate to fast deflation issue, kicking and pumping with your mouth may put you in a position of passing out. It's a hyperventilation scenario.

16inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Wed Sep 11, 2013 10:52 am

ed5000x

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portable 12v pump works fine and then top it off with hand pump

17inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Wed Sep 11, 2013 11:39 am

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TheAsianGuy wrote:
Aquaholic38 wrote:what`s a double action pump look like? any pics?
I recently acquired a "PROWLER" by outcast, love it!! but that thing is humongous!! it takes for ever to inflate  so last time what I did was, take my scuba tank with me and inflate it with it using a hose! took me 1 minute! geek but I don't wanna take my tank all the time. too much haulig.
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I couldn't open the picture. Can you paste it instead of a link?

This is what you need for that "OH CRAP!" moment on the water:
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It's great to have a strong pair of lung, and a good delivering system (aka your mouth and hose). However, when you have an intermediate to fast deflation issue, kicking and pumping with your mouth may put you in a position of passing out. It's a hyperventilation scenario.


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18inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Wed Sep 11, 2013 11:47 am

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Image of the dual action pump, using both hands:
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This is the mini K pump:
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19inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Wed Sep 11, 2013 11:51 am

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TheAsianGuy wrote:Image of the dual action pump, using both hands:
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This is the mini K pump:
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Cool! Thanx men! One Q? Is it a dual action because pushes air when the plunge goes up and down?


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20inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Wed Sep 11, 2013 12:00 pm

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you are correct sir


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21inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Wed Sep 11, 2013 12:05 pm

TheAsianGuy

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And the larger one (in silver or yellow) will deliver a heck of an air volume in half the time of the large K pump, and just about a few strokes (few seconds) shy of a 12V air pump. I have all. 12V pump used for my air mattress, pontoon, and float tubes. I have the dual action pump for the wet rainy days. Emergency pumps (mini K or my own mouth and lungs with hoses). I also have a foot pump, which I consider it as useless.

22inflating options Empty Re: inflating options Thu Sep 12, 2013 4:44 pm

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And for those that don't know, the K pump is a single action (only pushes air in one direction)

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