Topeak Joe Blow Pro

Pros: Inexpensive, very stable unit, SmartHead technology.
Cons: Low efficiency rating.

When most of us think about biking accessories, probably one of the last things we think about is the pump. After all, it is a simple device that’s used to put air in a tire and maybe inflate the occasional basketball or two. When we bother to purchase...

Pros: Sturdy, lightweight.
Cons: none.

After deciding I needed a floor pump for an upcoming mountain bike weekend, I set out on a research mission. Out of the top three pumps on my list, Topeak stood out because of it's price and features. I love this pump because the gauge is top-mounted...

Pros: Nice set of advertised features, nice looking design.
Cons: Low reliability - especially for the price.

I've had my Joeblow Pro about 1 year and I have to say I'm quite disappointed. First, what I was looking for: a floor pump that would last and work consistently, for biking and for other household uses (I have two small kids with multiple inflatable ...

Pros: Easy to use and effective.
Cons: More than I had anticipated to pay for a bike pump, but worth it.

I bought the Joe Blow Pro floor pump on the strength of two on-line reviews. My racing bike tires r ...

Pros: Upright guage. Stable floor design. Universal easy working valve head.
Cons: Poor quality valve head doesn't last more than 1 year.

This pump looks nice enough and the head works (or should I say worked) with both types of valves. However the head is a poor design and easily breaks allowing air past the sealing o-ring and rendering it useless. Also, a minor thing, the rubber foot pads also do not stay attached.

Pros: The valve head does work with Presta and Schrader valves easily.
Cons: Poor durability, no parts availability from manufacturer.

Received one of these as a gift. Within one year of light use, the pressure gauge failed (reads 20 PSI high, and 20 PSI with no pressure). The plastic piece that secures the handle to the pump tube broke at one of the hinge points. Topeak no longer has a telephone number to call for parts, and doesn't respond to emails to their support email address.

Pros: Well designed, easy to use
Cons: Poor build quality on head, no manufacturer support making warranty useless

The pump is well designed and easy to use. Unfortunately after less than a year of use the head no longer is airtight --- air leaks out the back of the head making it useless. Topeak does not answer phone calls or emails asking for assistance.