The JoeBlow Sport line has been Topeak's mid-range workhorse for years, and the Sport III refines the formula without overcomplicating it. Steel barrel, steel base, reliable pump head, readable gauge. That's what most riders actually need from a floor pump, and the Sport III delivers it with a few thoughtful upgrades over previous versions that address real-world annoyances rather than adding features for their own sake.

The TwinHead DX uses a hammer-style lever that's longer than older designs, which gives you more leverage when locking onto the valve. One side fits Presta, the other fits Schrader, and a Dunlop adapter handles older valve types. The 72 cm hose connects with a 360-degree rotating fitting that prevents the twisting and kinking that happens when you're working around spokes and disc rotors. Small detail, but it eliminates the frustration of fighting a tangled hose when you just want to top off pressure and ride.

The 3" gauge sits mid-barrel where you can read it while standing, styled after a chronograph watch face with clear markings up to 160 psi. A pressure indicator ring lets you set your target and see at a glance when you've hit it. The pump delivers 318 cc per stroke, which balances speed against the effort needed to push air at higher pressures. You won't burn out your arms reaching road tire pressures, but you also won't spend all day filling mountain bike tires.... Read More