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Originally Posted by Lady Jane
My last TREK had Schrader valves and my new one uses Presta. Is it better to use an adapter or purchase a cycle pump made for Presta? What are you guys using ?  |
Get a pump that handles presta. Adaptors add faff to the stress of trying to fix a flat on the trail. And one more thing to lose in the weeds.
As others have said, your existing pump may well be adaptable between presta and Schrader; unscrew the collar around where you insert the valve into the pump. Pull out the rubber part, and pull out the plastic part behind that. Flip the plastic part and put it back in, flip the rubber part and put it back in. Reinstall the collar. Pump up presta tyres.