The Bicycle Pump Is Dying

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The classic pump has some competition: SKS and Lezyne are introducing electric devices that adjust tire pressure at the push of a button. At the same time, Canyon is showing with the new Grail where gravel bikes are headed: more speed, more versatility, and even fewer boundaries between asphalt, gravel, and trails.

Lezyne Is Full of Energy

Lezyne Elektropumpe

Pumping is a thing of the past: With the E-Drive, Lezyne is introducing a compact battery-powered air pump that can reach up to 8.25 bar and is designed for continuous use thanks to its replaceable battery, cooling system, and multi-valve connector.

SKS: The "Pump King" is also available in an electric version

SKS Elektropumpe EMP

The classic mini pump now faces competition from the battery-powered camp: The new SKS EMP weighs just 151 grams, inflates tires up to 8.3 bar, and stops automatically when the desired pressure is reached. A single battery charge is said to be enough for up to three tire inflations.

Gravel has never been faster

Canyon Grail

Canyon makes the Grail even faster: The third generation of this gravel race bike combines aerodynamics, more aggressive geometry, and up to 57 millimeters of tire clearance. Add to that integrated storage and a customizable cockpit—a road bike for gravel that no longer feels like a compromise.