I respectfully disagree with some users here calling this gadget useless or a solution to a problem that doesn't exist. Using a pump bag on an XL Xtherm whilst confined to a small tent in freezing rain and wind can be quite difficult. Connecting this wee gadget to the mat allows comfortable and convenient inflation in such conditions. Thanks Gijs!
Another great review Gijs. When I see wild-camping videos with people using Flextail pumps, I always wonder if they've also brought the pump sack just in case the electronic gadget fails - I carry a 2nd pump sack as a back-up pump (and use it as a dry-sack).
Thanks Gijs, I learned a few new things with this detailed look. I for one would prefer a quieter version even if it pumps a little slower, I mean if you brush your teeth you've already got a couple more minutes to spare before jumping into bed!
Hi Andrew, Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I saw on the Flextail website that they now do a even smaller one with less noise too. Maybe..... Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews I'd heard about their smaller 'Zero Pump' (still pre-production I believe) but I hadn't looked into the sound levels - thanks for the pointer. A couple of reviews I've found shows around a 10dB reduction compared with the 2X, which is significant. And a bigger dealmaker for me is that apparently the 2X cannot be used hands-free with many pads, which defeats the object for me vs a pump sack.
Oh... loose hands. No almost impossible because of valve placement. Didn't think of that as a issue since I hold the pump bag too. But... good remark for the next one. Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews I meant that, IMHO, hands-free usage is the main advantage of an electric pump over a pump sack. But not to worry, you already covered plenty in your ace review!
Hey Gijs, this review was again very intersting. I also thought about the Flextail Tiny Pump for some time. But the noise just puts me off too. I still use my Therm-a-Rest pump bag and if I need light, I use a headlamp with an additional red light function. So in the end I came to the same conclusion as you. Since my Therm-a-Rest is equipped with two valves (TwinLock), the air is released very quickly and the rest escapes when rolled up. For me, this pump is a solution to a problem that doesn't actually exist. TJ
Hey TJ, Nice seeing you around again! I fully agree: solution to a problem that doesn't actually exist. You should be my scriptwriter 😉. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Hi Red, You are a different kind of campingguy. I just watch your vid. Different tent type 😉. Thanks for the comment! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@OutdoorguruGearReviews haha yes you we are very different. Your videos are thorough and well made. And mine is cobbled together. Thank you for watching my little vid.
:-) What a wast of time looking at this totally useless gadget. Hello Gijs, yes you'll always get an honest review of your reviews. 🙂 So if you know in advance that a gadget isn't worth it.... don't review it than. Greetings, Onno Nugteren.
Hi Onno, That is good comment and I value always your honesty, but still... I was curious. What if it only made 40 dB... A lot of other more family/teenage/youngster/festival camping type campers would love this pump. And my channel might make a nice introduction to our way of being outdoors. Spread the love ♥. Cherio! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Camping is getting out indeed with as little as possible and connect to naturre as a big charm. :-) You saw and gave all ready all the negatives in your review: they are valid to me too. Greetings again and I think you very well know what I mend. ;-) By the way: I still use my longs. 🙂@@OutdoorguruGearReviews
@@onnonugteren2935 I get it, "roughing it" holds its own special value. But... let's not be dismissive of all those who want to enjoy the great outdoors in other ways! ✌
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I respectfully disagree with some users here calling this gadget useless or a solution to a problem that doesn't exist. Using a pump bag on an XL Xtherm whilst confined to a small tent in freezing rain and wind can be quite difficult. Connecting this wee gadget to the mat allows comfortable and convenient inflation in such conditions.
Thanks Gijs!
Hi Brian,
Agree!
Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Another great review Gijs. When I see wild-camping videos with people using Flextail pumps, I always wonder if they've also brought the pump sack just in case the electronic gadget fails - I carry a 2nd pump sack as a back-up pump (and use it as a dry-sack).
Hi Andrew, Thanks for the nice comment and sharing your thoughts and experience! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Thanks Gijs, I learned a few new things with this detailed look. I for one would prefer a quieter version even if it pumps a little slower, I mean if you brush your teeth you've already got a couple more minutes to spare before jumping into bed!
Hi Andrew, Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I saw on the Flextail website that they now do a even smaller one with less noise too. Maybe..... Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews I'd heard about their smaller 'Zero Pump' (still pre-production I believe) but I hadn't looked into the sound levels - thanks for the pointer. A couple of reviews I've found shows around a 10dB reduction compared with the 2X, which is significant. And a bigger dealmaker for me is that apparently the 2X cannot be used hands-free with many pads, which defeats the object for me vs a pump sack.
Oh... loose hands. No almost impossible because of valve placement. Didn't think of that as a issue since I hold the pump bag too. But... good remark for the next one. Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews I meant that, IMHO, hands-free usage is the main advantage of an electric pump over a pump sack. But not to worry, you already covered plenty in your ace review!
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Hey Gijs,
this review was again very intersting.
I also thought about the Flextail Tiny Pump for some time. But the noise just puts me off too. I still use my Therm-a-Rest pump bag and if I need light, I use a headlamp with an additional red light function. So in the end I came to the same conclusion as you.
Since my Therm-a-Rest is equipped with two valves (TwinLock), the air is released very quickly and the rest escapes when rolled up. For me, this pump is a solution to a problem that doesn't actually exist.
TJ
Hey TJ, Nice seeing you around again! I fully agree: solution to a problem that doesn't actually exist. You should be my scriptwriter 😉. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Nice finaly i find out how to start the pump double klikk on the button it is no where it say that.
Nice video. Wish I saw this before I made my review haha
Hi Red, You are a different kind of campingguy. I just watch your vid. Different tent type 😉. Thanks for the comment! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@OutdoorguruGearReviews haha yes you we are very different. Your videos are thorough and well made. And mine is cobbled together.
Thank you for watching my little vid.
:-) What a wast of time looking at this totally useless gadget. Hello Gijs, yes you'll always get an honest review of your reviews. 🙂 So if you know in advance that a gadget isn't worth it.... don't review it than. Greetings, Onno Nugteren.
Come on, this review will help many people decide for/against a popular product - and it wouldn't be so popular if it were utterly useless.
Hi Onno, That is good comment and I value always your honesty, but still... I was curious. What if it only made 40 dB... A lot of other more family/teenage/youngster/festival camping type campers would love this pump. And my channel might make a nice introduction to our way of being outdoors. Spread the love ♥. Cherio! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Camping is getting out indeed with as little as possible and connect to naturre as a big charm. :-) You saw and gave all ready all the negatives in your review: they are valid to me too. Greetings again and I think you very well know what I mend. ;-) By the way: I still use my longs. 🙂@@OutdoorguruGearReviews
@@onnonugteren2935 I get it, "roughing it" holds its own special value. But... let's not be dismissive of all those who want to enjoy the great outdoors in other ways! ✌