Is there a specific kind of pump you need to inflate this product? Can I go and buy any bike pump and that will work? Thanks.
240790
I guess you could. But I don't recommend this float. Too many issues, and mine didn't last.
240791
Yes, any pump that has that little 'pointed' end to fit into the plug (which u pull up). Great product. I don't use a bicycle pump but a little electric pump, but if your bicycle pump has a pointed tip to fit into the pull out plug would work. Enjoy.
240792
I would purchase the Coleman 120V Quick pump for $20 from amazon. I did and it works great on all inflatables including air beds, etc.
240793
Any pump should work... but let me just say mine ended up coming apart after the first season of use
240794
We used an air compressor also. It is a pretty big float for a manual pump but one would work. as said by others, your pump would need a pointed end. This is our second season and just filled a couple days ago. Great for keeping you above water while it's still a little brisk.
240795
We used our air compressor to pump it up. I love this float. This is our second season and it's just like new. We stored it in our pool pump house still aired up over the winter.
1296867
The pump you have is broken. The same thing happened to me the second time I tried to use my pump (it was after my brother-in-law was messing around with the pump so I guess they are delicate). However, I had purchased two balance discs (one for each foot) and each came with its own pump. I used the second pump and it inflated fine. Get another pump (perhaps at a sporting goods store or Amazon) and you should be fine. In the mean time you can take the pump needle to a bike store or service station and see if they will fill your disc for you. Your local gym teacher also has a pump that will work. The pump you have is broken. The same thing happened to me the second time I tried to use my pump (it was after my brother-in-law was messing around with the pump so I guess they are delicate). However, I had purchased two balance discs (one for each foot) and each came with its own pump. I used the second pump and it inflated fine. Get another pump (perhaps at a sporting goods store or Amazon) and you should be fine. In the mean time you can take the pump needle to a bike store or service station and see if they will fill your disc for you. Your local gym teacher also has a pump that will... » Read More The pump you have is broken. The same thing happened to me the second time I tried to use my pump (it was after my brother-in-law was messing around with the pump so I guess they are delicate). However, I had purchased two balance discs (one for each foot) and each came with its own pump. I used the second pump and it inflated fine. Get another pump (perhaps at a sporting goods store or Amazon) and you should be fine. In the mean time you can take the pump needle to a bike store or service station and see if they will fill your disc for you. Your local gym teacher also has a pump that will work. « Show Less
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I suspect you could but I used a small power air pump...mostly because I had to inflate 11 of them. Might take a bit of strength and time with bike pump. Check for inexpensive electric air pump.
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We used an air compressor with an Air Blow Gun nozzle (http://www.amazon.com/IIT-10010-Piece-Air-Blow/dp/B004GHKASA/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&q;id=1394589490&sr;=8-5&keywords;=air+blow+gun+nozzle). FYI, the nozzle will also attach to most bicycle pumps. We have also used a hand pump from an exercise ball (http://www.amazon.com/action-Floats-Exercise-Hippity-bouncer/dp/B00147OVDA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid;=1394589622&sr;=8-3&keywor;ds=exercise+ball+hand+pump) to top it off occasionally.
702024
If the bike pump has a Schrader-style valve, you might be able to use a straw. You have to make sure that the straw makes it past the inside seal of the mattress. It's a bigger PITA than just buying a mattress pump, but we've done it a few times for pool toys.
678309
No - the amount of an air this size pump puts out is very low and bicycle tire volume is generally quite small. An air mattress would require an incredible amount of time and energy, I would guess hours. You should get an electric pump for an air mattress, even a full size bike pump would take forever.
40703
I used an air mattress pump I already had because it inflates really fast. It worked on this and blew it up in less than a minute. Pretty much any standard pump should work.
1735068
If you mean the "bean" filled w/air I have seen them at Big 5 sporting goods. Other sporting stores may carry. If you mean the air compressor portion, any bicycle pump will work. If you meant some other part please explain further. I gave the set away to a friend since it hurt my knees. Hope this helps. Carol
1936846
I have a bike pump and was able to fit the funnel-shaped nozzle into the hose of the bike pump. I think you can buy a little pump online, but I didn't bother since I already had a bike pump. I imagine an air mattress pump might do just as well. BTW I've had the ball for a year now, sit on it every day eight hours a day at work, and have never had to blow it up. Pretty amazing!
1770559
I use a Topeak Mountain Morph (high volume) for my Fatbike. It takes me about 120 pumps to fill a 4"X26 bicycle tire to 7 PSI. I'm sure the Mountain Morph would work for your needs if you have the patience.
1396724
I dont think so- I used our bike pump- if I recall, it had an adapter to put on the bike pump. It was definitely a little awkward to pump up without a helper but I think I just wedged it between my feet or something!
792956
you need to use a air mattress pump not a bicycle pump. The valves are the same as on most air mattresses.
1350852
I used my shop air compressor, but a small pump such as a water toys inflater would work also. I does take a while to inflate.
2014256
easiest way is to just connect a bike pump hose - not the pump - just the hose and it will deflate slowly - leave in an aerated place because they inside air smells bad - you may have to sit on it to help deflation
343464
A standard bike pump will do - or just take it to a gas station with a pump Be careful though , it only needs 22psi (lots of tires are 30 plus) so don't overfill
859921
I use an electric pump. You might be able to use a bicycle pump to inflate with the right attachment on the pump. A screw on attachment that is cone shaped might work.
1744921
So I was in exactly the same situation, how to inflate ! I used a pump like you use for swimming tubes for kids, bikes etc, it worked perfectly. I bought at Target. Hope this helps.