LPT: get one of those portable air compressors you can plug in your cigarette lighter for emergency purposes.
I've used mine multiple times helping random people and my own car as well.
Just attach the air compressor line, turn on your car, plug in the compressor, chit chat with the people you're helping.
They always ask where to get that specific portable compressor so I'm pretty sure you fine Reddit folks will ask so here it is on amazon. *I am not promoting this product or being paid by them.--- Portable Car tire Air Compressor
This worked out for you, but I recommended buying one of these or something similar, if you can afford it. https://www.amazon.com/VacLife-Air-Compressor-Tire-Inflator/dp/B07MKSP49L
If you keep it in your car, you never pay for air, you don't have to worry about finding a station with a working pump, and you can put air in your cold tires. I pump up my tires seasonally in my parking garage after work. I can add to cold tires AND stay out of the elements.
I would recommend something by viair. I have this one and it's been great. Just make sure to pay attention to what the max tire size of the pump is. If you have smaller tires you can get a cheaper pump.
It may not initially seem worth the price, but trust me, it totally is. Never have to search for a working pump again. Had a couple instances where a small leak in a tire over night caused a flat the next morning before work (nothing major, but enough to be a problem at the worst time). Instead of replacing for the spare, I just aired it up, got to work at a reasonable time, and worried about patching the tire later that day. Especially on road trips, it's a life saver.
After getting absolutely sick of driving all over town trying to find a working pump, I ended up just buying this: https://www.amazon.com/EPAuto-Portable-Compressor-Digital-Inflator/dp/B01L9WSTEG
At home - or anywhere - with one of these.
VIAIR. They make them with either a 12V DC power plug or clamps to go directly to battery.
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The 150 is the better bet because it's clip on, instead of cigarette lighter. But if you're gonna pay retail prices, might as well just go this route https://www.amazon.com/Viair-00088-88P-Portable-Compressor/dp/B005ASY23I
Xiaomi Air Inflator Portable Electric Air Compressor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XZCLGVQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_90TBEDKG7BCYA6Z5J58E
It has a built in light, usb charging, can act as a charger for phone etc.
No batteries- rechargeable
I have 2 of these battery powered tire pumps and love it. $50.00 and I can air my tire up at any time on my motorcycle or car. Never have to worry about the pump being broken (half the time it is), or the asshole that filled their tires and went inside the store without moving their car.
Emergency compressors are very cheap to begin with, should almost be a standard feature IMO. I know a lot of cars coming with fix a flat kits that include a compressor now in place of an actual spare tire.
Here is one on Amazon for less than $30, obviously can spend a bit more for higher quality- https://www.amazon.com/VacLife-Air-Compressor-Tire-Inflator/dp/B07MKSP49L?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&smid=A20RYO65Q3ANTR&th=1
I would highly recommend an automatic tire pump. The small tires on scooters are difficult to keep at an exact tire pressure. With the automatic pumps, you simply set the desired pressure, attach it and press a button.
I have this one in my car. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01L9WSTEG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
I have this one in my garage, or at least an older version of it. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-3-Gallon-Single-Stage-Portable-Electric-Hot-Dog-Air-Compressor/1000258241
You can also buy a small air compressor that you can keep in your trunk on Amazon for like 30 bucks. Can really come in handy and you won't have to find a pump.
Something like this: EPAuto 12V DC Portable Air Compressor Pump, Digital Tire Inflator by 100 PSI https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L9WSTEG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_ypwQBbW3W0KRV
In the future, I highly recommend getting a portable air compressor pump (assuming you don't have monster truck tires): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L9WSTEG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fab_kipBFbZDBQA8C
This particular model is really solid and has saved me so much frustration with finding the right kind of pump. Is there a pressure gauge on the pump? Is it working or not today? I've never seen a digital pressure reading on any gasoline station pumps, but I also haven't used one in a few years either.
Just hooks up to your "cigarette lighter" adapter or an outlet. Set the pressure you want it at, then it stops at that pressure. Takes about a minute or two at most for each 16-17 inch tire to go from 20-30 psi.
I got this air compressor from amazon, it can be powered from your cigarette lighter and is light and fast. Much better than the Tesla air compressor and just as portable.
I use this one, I'm not a quad but you can preset inflation and with one trigger pull the inflation is automatic
I went with this one based on recommendations from guys at a track day. Can't comment on long term use but one guy had one for years.
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0036E9VB6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I use this on my Jeep with 32’s. I’ve aired up tires up to 35’s with it and it works really well. It’s faster than any other cheap pump I’ve seen in my off-road club and it’s designed to take the abuse.
Viair 00088 88P Portable Air Compressor
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005ASY23I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_roaFCb1F3WD3W
VacLife Air Compressor Tire Inflator, DC 12V Portable Air Compressor, Auto Tire Pump with LED Light, Digital Air Pump for Car Tires, Bicycles and Other Inflatables, Model: ATJ-1166, Yellow (VL701) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MKSP49L/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_C0BAK4VF01NCN5Q9MFHV
https://www.amazon.com/EPAuto-Portable-Compressor-Digital-Inflator/dp/B01L9WSTEG
I have this one and it's totally worth it. It came in real handy when it got cold as fuck and my tire pressure was like 25
Best one Xiaomi
I recommend getting one that has both a battery and 12v cord just in case. I've been in a frustrating situation where I deflated my tires on a overland trip but when it was over and time to return to pavement my battery decided to die. Had to wave down another offroader to jump me off so I could air up the tires. I then invested in a air compressor with battery and a rechargeable battery jumper.
I have this one for the beach and trails: Viair 00088 88P Portable Air Compressor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005ASY23I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_ZEY69JTZ19NVFTNZBYN2
No complaints. Run 33s right now and I can get it back up to 37psi quickly. Always under my backseat.
buy this, thank me later. sorry, the amazon devil is our new god
If it happens a lot you can buy one of these.
FORTEM Digital Tire Inflator for Car w/Auto Pump/Shut Off Feature, Portable Air Compressor, Carrying Case (Red) https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B073VB41W3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_WufUFbVGHPDJZ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Hmmmm I don't but I can carry a power bank. Edit: What if the pump had a battery bank INSIDE of it? https://www.amazon.com/Compressor-VEEAPE-Rechargeable-Motorcycle-Inflatable/dp/B07ZFQJQRV/ref=pd_lpo_468_t_2/132-1457849-9589823?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07ZFQJQRV&pd_rd_r=edf86d8c-8776-426f-999a-55c7618bb937&pd_rd_w=DXw3o&pd_rd_wg=...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XZCLGVQ
this is one of the best things I've purchased for my Mini: portable, accurate, and can get in the tight spots required to reach both valves without an extender