In contrast to the sleek, modern appearance of the Topeak D2 Smartgauge, the Accu-Gage is a little bulky with a low-tech appearance. Ultimately that is fairly meaningless when you consider this: the D2 is difficult to use and completely ineffective in measuring the low tire pressures used in fat bike tires. The Accu-Gage is easy to use and works great.
Here’s the bottom line on the Accu-Gage: It is almost foolproof and accurate down to very low pressures. This is the gauge that Chris and Tony have been using and the gauge that I bought to replace the non-functioning D2. The Accu-Gage is available in various pressure ranges including two low pressure models a 0-15 psi and a 0-30 psi. It is important to note that the low pressure gauges can be damaged by attempts to measure pressure in tires that are inflated to higher pressure. Used in an appropriate pressure range, these gauges should be reliable and durable. Maybe in a year or so, I can do a long term follow up. Based on fairly limited use of the Accu-Gage, it seems to be the tire pressure gauge to have for fat bike use.
I purchased one of these Gages when I first acquired my fatbike, and used it for a couple months.
ReplyDeleteNow I just feel the tires w/ my hand to decide whether to adjust the pressure for the differing conditions...both summer and winter.
After enough riding in different conditions, you learn what pressure works best...much like waxing your skis.