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Planet Bike Shockmate Suspension Pump

Average Rating: 2/5
MSRP: $ 39.95
# of Reviews: 2

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Product Description

No-leak valve takes the hassle out of pumping
Swivel hose and pump head allow easy attachment
Alloy barrel supplies smooth pumping action
Easy-to-read industrial-class gauge inflates to 400psi
Bleeder valve fine tunes the pressure

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Submitted by detours a Cross Country Rider from Arvada, CO

Date Reviewed: July 31, 2008

Strengths:    Cheap price. Rubberized grips and gauge, hose clamp, release valve, swivel hose, alloy barrel.

Weaknesses:    Loses at least 10 psi on disconnect, bleeder valve drops 30+ psi per push, gauge is about 50 psi off, very low pump volume per stroke.

Bottom Line:

I'm taking this pump back to REI and getting something else. Even if the gauge worked correctly, it still has too many design flaws. For one, the bleeder valve needs to be a lot less sensitive. It's hard to finesse and if you barely push too hard, you lose over 30 psi and have to start all over ... and this thing pumps slow! The 'no-loss' disconnect is a crock. Despite the following the instructions, I consistently lose 10+ psi every time.

At least it's cheap ... but then again, it's cheap.

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Favorite Trail:   front range

Duration Product Used:   Less than 1 month

Price Paid:    $25.00

Purchased At:   REI

Bike Setup:   Spec Rockhopper Comp 29er with Tora 318sl Solo Air

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Submitted by Chad a Cross Country Rider from Flagstaff, AZ

Date Reviewed: April 16, 2008

Strengths:    It isnt all that heavy, and it has a pressure gauge. Pretty much like any other pump.

Weaknesses:    Leaks!

Bottom Line:

I liked this pump, because it did its job. Not too long ago though, it started to leak, and now I cant get the PSI I want in my shocks. I have taken it apart completely, looking for a tore up rubber seal or something, but cant seem to locate the problem. I plan on taking it back to REI for a possible warranty exchange for a new one. 3 chilly value because it wasnt too expensive, 2 chilly overall, because I cant ride now until I can pump up my shocks.