File this under "why didn't I think of that." This high-volume pump, designed to inflate any raft you happen upon, forces air both on the upstroke and the down so you actually get your pumping done in half the time. Not only that, just switch the hose connection and it can be used to deflate as well. It comes with three different nozzle attachments so it will fit most valves as well as product information on the side of the box in 12 languages. It's not often the word "cool" comes to mind when describing a pump, but this one fits the bill.
-- John Moe
Owner Reviews, Ratings, Comments and Criticism
I just got this pump a couple of weeks ago, and it has performed great! It inflates my Coleman kayak in less than 10 minutes without straining (blowing it up without it took over 1/2 hour and feeling like I was going to throw up). It has a very simple mechanism that disassembles easily for educational or repair purposes. A big advantage is that it can be used to suck the air out of things just by switching the hose to the other end, which is great for collapsing the kayak into the smallest bundle.
