For 2017 Topeak has a bunch of new products, including the innovative dual chambered Joe Blow Twin Turbo floor pump, the Bikepacking bag series (top, frame, saddle and handlebar bags) and new additions to the Ninja lineup, including the Ninja CO2+, Ninja CO2, the Ninja Pouch+ and Ninja Pouch.
JoeBlow Twin Turbo
The JoeBlow lineup of floor pumps has provided some innovative new units over the last year, including the Booster tubeless tire pump and the Dualie pump with a dual high and low-pressure gauges. The brand new Twin Turbo utilizes a dual chamber system, and the up stroke moves a massive amount of air volume from the larger barrel into the smaller barrel, while the down stroke compresses the smaller barrel to provide high-pressure output to fill a tire. The technology can supposedly save up to 40% of your time and effort when filling a tire. The Twin Turbo also an all metal SmartHead DX1 pump head with an air release button and extra long hose, along with an updated is the 3-inch top mount analog gauge.
Specs
- HEAD – SmartHead™ DX1 full metal pump head w/ air release button & x-long hose
- BARREL – Anodized aluminum
- GAUGE – 200 psi / 14 bar 3” Top mount analog
- HANDLE – Oversize padded
- BASE – Aluminum / Rubber pad
- ADDED FEATURES – Dunlop valve adapter, Ball / bladder heads, Hose dock
- SIZE 72 x 28 x 21 cm / 28.3” x 11” x 8.3”
- WEIGHT 3.8 kg / 8.38 lb
Bikepacking Bags
Their new backpacking series includes four bags, the TopLoader, the MidLoader, the BackLoader and FrontLoader which will hold the various equipment needed for any bike adventure and tour that your riding endeavors might require. They took the typical form and function that bikepacking bags need and added a dash of elegance and style.
Frontloader
The $89.95 FrontLoader is a handlebar mounted bikepacking bag that offers a large 8-liter capacity and would be perfect for light and bulky items like sleeping bags, camping gear, and spare clothing. It’s made with lightweight, durable and highly water resistant polyethylene and nylon material. The bag attaches with serrated quick release mounts and has external straps to attach additional gear. It has an included waterproof bag that keeps the contents dry and has a built-in air release button to compact everything.
Toploader
The $39.95 TopLoader top tube mounted bikepacking bag that offers a 0.75-liter capacity with easy access to energy bars, phone, wallet, tools or any small essential gear they need close at hand. The bags straps attach to the top tube and stem/headtube, though it could also be positioned under the saddle. It includes an integrated and hidden pull-out rain cover to protect the bags contents.
Midloader
The MidLoader sit inside the frames triangle and comes in a 3-liter ($59.95) and 4.5-liter ($69.95) capacity versions. The integrated design allows the bag to fit in a variety of frame shapes and sizes. It utilizes the unused frame space and would be ideal for tools and smaller gear, like a rain jacket. It mounts with hook and loop fastener system which makes it easy and quick to take the bag on and off. It has two water-resistant zippered openings on either side that provide easy access to your gear.
Backloader
The BackLoader is a large saddle bag that attaches to the saddle rails and the seatpost and comes in a 6-liter ($99.95) and 10-liter ($109.95) capacity versions. It mounts with hook and loop fastener system which makes it easy and quick to take the bag on and off. It has an included waterproof inner bag that keeps the contents dry and has a built-in air release button to compact everything. The mounting system works with the compressions straps to help stabilize the load and prevent any issues with swaying. The roll top closure system assists loading larger gear and for safety is has a blinky light clip.
Bikamper
The $259.95 Bikamper is a three-season one-person tent, and although it has been out since 2006, they revamped the system this year to be compatible with 29-inch tires and 15mm thru-axles. The shelter uses the front wheel to hold up one end of the tent, while the handlebars and saddle (for the fly) take care of the other end. The 3.25-pound tent uses ripstop nylon for the body with three mesh panels for ventilation, and the fly uses the waterproofed materials for protection from the elements.
Fastfuel Tribag
The FastFuel TriBag is a low profile top tube bag that attaches to the top and the stem/headtube and comes in a .6-lier and .7 liter size. I think the smaller size would be perfect for mountain biking as it keeps smaller items right at your fingertips and wouldn’t necessitate having to take your hydration pack off to grab things. The top mounted zipper provides quick and easy access to energy bars, smartphone, wallet, tools or any small essential gear.
Ninja Series
Topeak has a new product lineup named the Ninja Series which has integrated tools that are housed stealthily inside your bike, whether it’s inside the handlebars, seatpost or the bottom of the water bottle cage. For 2017 they’re adding the Ninja CO2+, Ninja CO2, the Ninja Pouch+ Road, Ninja Pouch Road, Ninja Cage+ and Ninja Cage. The current lineup included six products the Ninja TC Mountain and Road water bottle cage and built-in tool case, the Ninja T Mountain and Road attaches to water bottle bolts and has a built-in tool case, the Ninja C built-in tool inserts into the handlebar ends and the Ninja P built-in tire pump inserts into a seatpost.
Ninja CO2+/Ninja CO2
The Ninja CO2+ features a composite fiberglass water bottle holder with integrated tire levers along the sides, and the bottom carries a Micro AirBooster inflator with two threaded 16g CO2 cartridges. The standard Ninja CO2 has the same Micro AirBooster and two 16g CO2 cartridges but only uses a bracket that attaches to the water bottle cage bolts. The tire levers and the Micro AirBooster tool with CO2 cartridges make it easy to fix a flat or inflate a tire. A simple twist of the bottom carrier provides easy extraction of the inflation devices.
- CO2+ version for $49.95 – bottle cage, two tire levers, Micro AirBooster and two 16g CO2 cartridges
- CO2 version for $44.95 – Micro AirBooster and two 16g CO2 cartridges
Ninja Pouch+ Road/Ninja Pouch Road
The Ninja Pouch+ features a composite fiberglass water bottle holder with integrated tire levers along the sides and a small zippered EVA foam pouch on the bottom. The pouch is large enough to carry 700 cc or 650cc spare tubes and other small items. The standard Ninja Pouch has the same Pouch but only uses a bracket that attaches to the water bottle cage bolts.The tire levers and the spare tube make it easy to fix a flat. A simple twist of the bottom carrier provides easy extraction of the pouch.
- Pouch+ version for $34.95 – bottle cage, two tire levers, and pouch
- Puch version for $25.95 – Pouch
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