SKS Air-X-Plorer 10.0 floor pump test: SKS Germany has started the 2022 season with some very attractive innovations. This also includes the SKS Air-X-Plorer 10.0, which promises a lot of steam when inflating tires with a stroke of 476 cm³. The large analog pressure gauge, the ergonomically shaped soft-touch handle and the new MV Easy valve head increase expectations of the floor pump.
Structure of the SKS Air-X-Plorer 10.0 floor pump
With the launch of five new floor pumps, SKS Germany also presents the improved MV Easy valve head. The Air-X-Plorer 10.0 floor pump is also equipped with the new glass fiber reinforced pump head. Other key features of the pump are the large-stroke 476 cm³ metal pump body, the ergonomically shaped soft-touch handle and the large analog pressure gauge on the pump base. Like the body, the generously dimensioned pump base is also made of metal and has a profiled surface. The pump hose with a length of 125 centimeters promises uncomplicated inflation, which results in a fairly large radius of action. The maximum pump pressure is given as 10 bar.
function and feel
In the test, the Air-X-Plorer 10.0 floor pump asserted itself as a voluminous pressure maker with powerful steam. Thanks to the large stroke, tires can be properly inflated with just a few pump movements. The solid structure allows very efficient work even at higher pressure. The soft-touch handle, which is easy to grip and non-slip, also contributes to this. Also ergonomically shaped, the locking lever of the MV Easy valve head, which is suitable for all valve types, allows easy clamping on the valve. The inflation is therefore very comfortable. The large, high-contrast analog pressure gauge is easy on the eyes and easy to read – at least when it comes to the display in bar. However, we do not understand why the PSI display is in a dark gray that is difficult to see.
The details at a glance
- Pressure gauge display: diameter of dial approx. 72 mm, analogue
- Hose length: 125 cm
- Base: metal
- Pump body: metal
- Handle: plastic, ergonomically shaped soft-touch handle
- Total height of pump: Approx. 71 cm
- Maximum pressure: 144 PSI (10 bar)
- Valve types: AV, SV, DV