Recommend me a Pad inflator

[tracker12]

Looking for something to assist in inflating my Big Agnus pad. Not sure if I want a Sack or mini inflator.

 

[Superdoo]

Sack. No batteries and inflates fast.

 

[BDRam16]

I’ve never need anything before. Ran a Klymit insulated V and always just blew it up but I just got the new Big Agnes Zoom UL….no way you’re blowing that thing up without a sack or a pump, so I’m in the same predicament.

I’m going to order one of those FlexTail tiny pumps. It’s only an ounce heavier than the BA sack and doubles as a hanging lantern for my tent that I wouldn’t otherwise justify taking. My only concern is how loud is it actually. We’ll see. It’s on Amazon prime so if I don’t like it I’ll just send it back lol.

 

[TN VOL]

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08D67KP5K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The Flextail Gear Tiny pump X works great. It's only 3oz and functions as a lantern as well. For $25, it's worth it to me.

 

[Cactus kid]

https://www.rei.com/product/115082/big-agnes-pumphouse-ultra?sku=1150820001&store=&CAWELAID=120217890003442695&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=147177274523&CATCI=pla-1999957011495&cm_mmc=PLA_Google%7C21700000001700551_1150820001%7C92700075822244739%7CNB%7C71700000066695843&gclid=CjwKCAjwlJimBhAsEiwA1hrp5q2XpYHIwflknZOGkrcIQI0fM3HP36HYC9XEYXQJZO7UCDtNwlG3hxoCISkQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.dsy

I use this as a stuff sack for my sleeping bag and works pretty well for inflating my sleeping pad. Good dual purpose piece of kit

 

[jazz3ring]

I’ve used a small Klymit rechargeable pump with good results.

 

[mtnwrunner]

Plus one on the flextail.....works great and the light is a bonus.

Randy

 

[TravisIN]

Flextail worth every ounce


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[bigunit]

Another bonus with the flextail is to diy a piece of 1/4" gas line on it and you have a fire bellows as well as a barrel cooler for the bench. Got to love multi use items.

 

[JSol]

Another nod to the Flextail. I also have a Nemo Vortex pump sack but only as a backup if the flex tail goes dead.

 

[tracker12]

Picked up a Flextail. Supposed to arrive toady. Thanks for all the recommendations

 

[taskswap]

I have a Flextail but don't like the noise. I use it sometimes when I'm truck camping, but never while hunting. For that I definitely recommend the Exped Schnozzle. It weighs only 2oz, is mostly silent to use, and acts as a dry bag/pack liner. If you have a NeoAir Xtherm pad (as I do) there's a guy on Etsy who sells an adapter for the two.

 

[Lando]

Flextail is great but it is loud.

 

[mtnwrunner]

Some guys have used it to inflate their pack rafts.

Randy

 

[DenimChicken]

I have a Flextail but don't like the noise. I use it sometimes when I'm truck camping, but never while hunting. For that I definitely recommend the Exped Schnozzle. It weighs only 2oz, is mostly silent to use, and acts as a dry bag/pack liner. If you have a NeoAir Xtherm pad (as I do) there's a guy on Etsy who sells an adapter for the two.

I got an Exped pad last year but never used the schnozzle cause it's got a stupid name. For some reason I finally decided to use it this spring and was pretty impressed with it. I'll be using it this fall.

 

[lifeisgoodsteve]

Simplest method that I always use now:

I carry a contractor bag anyways, so use it to fill my sleeping pad, then put it under it for added protection.