recommendation needed for inflatable pump

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Dave H
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Location: CD Typhoon Senior #35, Puffin

recommendation needed for inflatable pump

Post by Dave H »

I received a great recommendation last year from this board for an inflatable kayak/dinghy. I got the Inova Sunny. It rolls up nicely and lives on Puffin's fordeck. Paddles very well, easy to get in and out. My problem is the pump. All pumps for inflatable rafts I've had through the years have not proved to be very durable. Does anyone know about a heavy duty and reliable pump?
Thank you.
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Joe CD MS 300
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The pump provided with Avons used to be very heavy duty. Have not seen a new one recently. I'm guessing you could get one from an Avon dealer.
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Jim Evans
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Location: CD33 "Le Reve", Deale, MD

SuperTurbo Electric Air Pump

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These battery operated air pumps are terrific, and make easy work out of inflating any boat. I keep my inflatable rolled up on the quarterberth, and when it's hot and sticky outside and want to get ashore, I'm really glad to have one of these pumps. They are a bit pricey, but they are worth it. Defender carries them (for now) at http://www.defender.com/product.jsp?pat ... &id=771755
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