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The compact Taggio Pro Stepster makes pumping tires easy, comfortable and safe

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Taggio Pro Stepster portable foot pump, in seat bag

Sometimes it’s not so much necessity, but annoyance that is the mother of invention. When a team of product engineers and avid cyclists decided most portable hand pumps were irritatingly awkward to use, they set out to make an easy-as-pie pump that didn’t require any arm strength, and didn’t force you to crouch uncomfortably or sit down to use.

The team is now crowdfunding their creation on Kickstarter – The Pro Stepster is a compact foot activated pump that achieves 95psi, folds up to roughly the size of a soda can and comes with a carrying case that doubles as a bicycle seat bag…

Taggio Pro Stepster portable foot pump, dimensions

The Pro Stepster’s body has four legs that pop out to create a stable base while you stomp away. With the legs folded in and the pump locked down, the compact unit measures just 2.5” x 2.5” x 5”. Its air hose is 12” long, and the complete assembly weighs in at 12oz (340g). One big plus for cyclists is that standing upright while pumping allows you to keep an eye on your surroundings, which is highly beneficial for roadside repairs.

Taggio Pro Stepster portable foot pump, features

The maximum pressure the Pro Stepster can pump out is 95psi, which is more than adequate for most bikes. While it does fall a bit short of fully inflating road bike tires, it should do enough to get you home. With such a compact pump, it’s going to take more than a few strokes to get rolling after a flat. The creators estimate it takes about 150 pumps to inflate a 700x23c road bike tire to 85-90psi, and keep in mind that higher volume tires (like MTB’s, especially 29ers) will take more.

Taggio Pro Stepster portable foot pump, head
*Photos and video courtesy of Taggio

The pump’s head is designed for easy one-handed operation, and simply pushes onto the valve. It is only compatible with schrader valves, but the creators say screw-on presta adapters have been tested and work well with the Pro Stepster. Of course, beyond bikes the pump is useful on any tube or tire with schrader valves, from cars to child strollers.

Early bird buyers can snag a Pro Stepster for $55 USD, and the first units are expected to ship in July. The campaign ends March 2nd and currently needs more funding to reach its goal, so if you’d rather step than squeeze check out the Kickstarter page here.

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Ryan S
Ryan S
8 years ago

Seriously? This is a “solution” looking for a problem.

Curious
Curious
8 years ago

But can I get one that will accept an SPD cleat on top?

Bob Roberts
8 years ago

Waste of time. Too heavy, too big, takes to many pumps, only pumps to 95 and no presta compatibility. I can but something very similar at Walmart for $30 but I won’t because neither does the job.

Eric Hansen
Eric Hansen
8 years ago
Reply to  Bob Roberts

That pump head handles schrader and presta at one go.

Kernel Flickitov
Kernel Flickitov
8 years ago

From the Kickstarter page:

“Funding Canceled – Funding for this project was canceled by the project creator about 20 hours ago.”

Thank goodness!

Kernel Flickitov
Kernel Flickitov
8 years ago

Is it too much to ask for BR writers to stay on task and avoid BS filler articles on crowdfunded junk?

AlanM
AlanM
8 years ago

I would not consider something size of a soda can to be compact when it comes to a pump.

devonbikester
devonbikester
8 years ago

Probably not so great off road as I can see one disappearing into soft mud quite quickly.

kbark
kbark
8 years ago

I like it but I seriously question the durability. I would want it to be made by a long standing company with a lifetime guarantee.

andyradin
8 years ago

12oz!

Dave
Dave
8 years ago
Reply to  andyradin

Too big, too heavy and too lacking in versatility. I have one of their pump heads (which is both Presta and Schrader compatible) from a previous kickstarter campaign and it works ok but not nearly as well as the cost, long wait and hype would make you expect. Glads they gave up.

Sean P
Sean P
8 years ago

I have one of their pump heads they “kickstarted” what now feels like 8 years ago. It was only 18 months. But boy, it was delayed and the product just isn’t what I had hoped it would be. I can’t get the polymer made pump head to break in so it easily slides over my presta valve. Great concept on the head though. Just didn’t quite get it right. This new pump thing…. ugh. I’m always amazed at what I see coming out of Kickstarter.

ascarlarkinyar
ascarlarkinyar
8 years ago

Fail from every point made

drider
drider
8 years ago

“safe”? Since when was pumping up a bike a deadly hazard?

scentofreason
scentofreason
8 years ago

I was sucked into the kickstarter for the company that makes that pump head. It is TOTAL GARBAGE. For presta, you have to push it one (with one hand), then use the other hand to ‘lock it onto’ the valve stem. The problem is the ‘lock’ does not work, once you start to get up to pressure it blows off the stem. Total garbage.

Sean P
Sean P
8 years ago
Reply to  scentofreason

Yep, it was touted as a single use pump head. My Silca is single hand operated. Not this thing. Duped by KickStarter for the first and last time:-) That lock works okay once it’s on but it doesn’t come off easily. I was a bit skeptical when they switched from a Stainless head to a “polymer” material.

dan de lion
dan de lion
8 years ago

photoshop fail on the fourth picture. How can the spoke left of the valve stem be behind the pump head and the fingers?

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