What's the effort required to pump? Suitable for a small stature 11 year old?
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Sorry for late reply, the blizzard knockout power for a while. The first 20-30 shots I pumped it 5 times for each shot. The every pump was very, very tight. After over 200 shots, 3-4 pumps is now very easy. The scope is good and accuracy of this with BBs is good and with pellets- GREAT. I found that I get great accuracy at about 100 ft with only 5 pumps. So to sum it up, as your child starts to use the rifle, he/she may only be able to get 1-2 pumps themselves. (Still great power, just no penetration for say a milk carton at 50 feet). As they use the rifle, the pump action becomes easier. Every time I use it, it pumps a little easier. Hope this helps. Sorry for late reply, the blizzard knockout power for a while. The first 20-30 shots I pumped it 5 times for each shot. The every pump was very, very tight. After over 200 shots, 3-4 pumps is now very easy. The scope is good and accuracy of this with BBs is good and with pellets- GREAT. I found that I get great accuracy at about 100 ft with only 5 pumps. So to sum it up, as your child starts to use the rifle, he/she may only be able to get 1-2 pumps themselves. (Still great power, just no penetration for say a milk carton at 50 feet). As they use the rifle, the pump action becomes easier.... » Read More Sorry for late reply, the blizzard knockout power for a while. The first 20-30 shots I pumped it 5 times for each shot. The every pump was very, very tight. After over 200 shots, 3-4 pumps is now very easy. The scope is good and accuracy of this with BBs is good and with pellets- GREAT. I found that I get great accuracy at about 100 ft with only 5 pumps. So to sum it up, as your child starts to use the rifle, he/she may only be able to get 1-2 pumps themselves. (Still great power, just no penetration for say a milk carton at 50 feet). As they use the rifle, the pump action becomes easier. Every time I use it, it pumps a little easier. Hope this helps. « Show Less
1051397
Not too bad, I ordered it for my 17 year old. We had a single break bb gun that was harder but also had a really powerful shot.
1921902
Not a foot pump, gotta use your hands...maybe 6 or min to get it pumped up.
1007841
It's very easy to pump when you start. After about 5 seconds you can't hardly pump it because all air is out.
1921901
It is a foot pump, but you can use your hands as well. My kids love setting up the mattresses for sleepover parties. Even a 5 year old should be able to do it, if they want to. The time to pump a twin size bed is under 5 minutes, that includes breaks. I think you can use the electrical pump from other air beds, if you don't have kids to do it for you.
2264187
Our daughter is as a small Gail about 114# and she did pretty good with it we also got a bench reast. But it is pretty hard to pump the barrel down.
1166510
I think it is small for a mature 11 year old boy. It has a weight limit of 140 lbs so make sure it will be good for a while.
1680573
It does require continuous pumping...quite the work out on the arms...not a big fan. I did find that I could pinch the balloon while I rested and then start pumping again. But either way it is too much fuss.
1293598
I usually try to get it up over the pump, so about 2". You'll need to refill as they drink, of course.
2120843
You can do it but it does take a bit of "muscle". I'm 5'7", 130 lbs and pretty fit. I use a 9 volt air mattress pump to start it and finish it off with the hand pump to get to pressure. Probably takes me 10 minutes total. I definitely need to put my body weight into the last couple minutes. Totally worth it though!
1808858
My son hasnt used it yet...I didn't think it would be difficult for him but since he's exclusively breast fed he's doesn't care for it. Sorry can't be more helpful
363997
Not sure about weight but my 11 yr old puts it up for me and she's very petite
1140639
My son is 11 years old and it is small for him. Some people likes to ride smalls
1133226
This is more dependent on your body than the pump. In 10-15 mins I would get anywhere between 1.5oz to 3oz.
187435
Very easy! I thought it would be difficult because I'd never used a manual pump before but it doesn't take much effort at all.
552938
My opinion, it would take forever. It has two air chambers and it is not a small tube. A bicycle pump would help alot.
458743
With a good pair of lungs and taking your time you can do it yourself, but we used a bicycle pump, much faster. Be careful not to over inflate. It is a great little item for my Granddaughter she loves it.
1455485
Hi, I have a little electric pump I bought and it only takes 6 or 7 minutes to fill and a couple to deflate..Great Boat!!! Craig