The CYCPLUS AS2 Tiny E-Pump (Cube) is a compact, lightweight electronic pump praised for its portability and convenience for road cyclists, but it has limitations in battery life and performance for larger tires, making it less suitable for mountain biking. It has received recognition, including an award at Eurobike 2023, and is considered a handy tool for topping up tires on the go.
Pros
- Compact and portable, fits easily in jersey pockets or saddle packs.12
- Lightweight at 114g.3
- Quick inflation for road tires (80 psi in under a minute).3
- Simple operation with a power button.2
- Feels safer than CO2 cylinders.3
- Comes with useful accessories and a silicone sleeve for heat protection.2
- Recognized as an innovative product, winning an award at Eurobike 2023.24
Cons
- Battery life is limited; may only inflate one mountain bike tire to under 20 PSI on a full charge.2
- Not suitable for mountain biking due to low pressure and battery constraints.2
- Slow inflation time for larger tires.2
- Gets hot after pumping two tires (around 110°F).3
- TPU inner tube stems can reach dangerously hot temperatures (180°F) during use.3
- Requires additional attachment to convert from Schrader to Presta valve.2
Key Facts
- Weighs 114g, lighter than two CO2 cartridges plus head.3
- Can inflate a road bike tire to 80 psi in less than a minute.3
- Took 1 minute 20 seconds to inflate a 29x2.4 inch tire to 7 PSI.2
- Rechargeable via USB-C, with battery indicator (Amber indicates about half battery).2
- Battery life: can pump a 28c tire about four times on a full charge; ran out halfway through an 8th tire in one test.3
- Gets hot during use, reaching around 110°F; TPU inner tube stems can reach 180°F.3
- Comes with accessories including a flexible hose, needle ball inflator, and silicone sleeve for heat protection.2
- Won an award at Eurobike in 2023.2
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- 3Local Alien / CLIFFI try all 3 CYCPLUS Tiny e-Pumps. 2024 New Cycplus Bicycle Tire Mini Electric Air Pumps. AS2 Pro Max
- 4China CyclingYear in Review: 2023 Panda Podium Awards (CRW, Magene, Cybrei, OVERFAST, etc...)
Reviews & Ratings
05:31The reviewer discusses the CYCPLUS AS2 Tiny E-Pump (Cube), noting its compact size and light weight. They mention that it can inflate a road bike tire in about a minute and has been used for about a year. The reviewer highlights the new AS2 Pro version with a screen for setting pressure, and the larger Pro Max model. They test the pumps on various tires and comment on battery life and temperature concerns.
10:29The reviewer discusses the CYCPLUS AS2 Tiny E-Pump (Cube) as part of a comparison of portable pumps. They note that it is the original pump that won an award at Eurobike in 2023. They test it on a 29x2.4 inch mountain bike tire and find that it takes 1 minute and 20 seconds to inflate to 7 PSI, and the battery indicator shows about half, suggesting it would need a full battery to inflate one tire to under 20 PSI. They describe it as a cartridge replacement, not really for mountain biking, but suitable for road rides where it can fit in a back pocket.
14:10The reviewer briefly mentions the CYCPLUS Cube Mini Bike Pump but does not provide detailed analysis.
21:22The CYCPLUS Cube Mini Bike Pump is mentioned as a runner-up in the 'Best Innovation of 2023' award category. The reviewer highlights that while electronic pumps have been seen before, the CYCPLUS Mini Pump stands out for being the first of its kind to be this small and handy. They mention using it on most of their rides and consider it a good product.
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