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What makes the Silca SuperPista Ultimate Hiro Edition worth it?

The Silca SuperPista Ultimate Hiro Edition Floor Pump earns its place because it pairs a 1% accurate analog gauge with the locking Hiro Chuck, so the pressure you read is the pressure you get and the chuck stays sealed without fumbling or air loss. The gauge sweeps to 160 psi with a clarity most floor pumps cannot touch, which matters when you are dialing in road or gravel pressures by feel. A weighted zinc baseplate keeps it planted, and IGUS Linear Bearings give every stroke a smooth, quiet action.

Construction spans stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and a lathe-turned Purpleheart wooden handle, with a full grain leather piston gasket that seals cleanly and avoids the sticky feel of rubber. The stainless steel braided hose resists pressure distortion for a more accurate reading, and the magnetic dock holds the Hiro Chuck in place between uses. This is a presta-specific pump built for the cyclist who wants a shop-grade tool that lasts decades, not seasons.

All the specs

Gauge Accuracy
1% accurate analog gauge, reads to 160 psi
Valve Compatibility
Presta only (Hiro Chuck)
Air Chuck
Hiro locking presta chuck, one-hand operation, seals on 10mm of exposed valve
Bearings
IGUS Linear Bearings
Hose
Stainless steel braided
Handle
Lathe-turned Purpleheart wood with stainless steel inner reinforcement
Baseplate
Weighted zinc
Piston Gasket
Full grain leather
Displacement
424.12 ml/cc per stroke
Construction
Stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and wood
Weight
3175 g
Warranty
SILCA Shield, 25-year hard parts guarantee
MPN
AM-PU-SP2-ASY-011

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What valve types does the Hiro Chuck work with?

The Hiro Chuck is designed for presta valves only. It locks on with one-hand operation and seals on as little as 10mm of exposed valve, then stores on the magnetic dock when not in use.

How accurate is the gauge?

The analog gauge reads to within 1% accuracy up to 160 psi. That precision matters when you are setting road or gravel pressures by feel, where a few psi changes how a tire rides.

Why does the handle use Purpleheart wood?

The lathe-turned Purpleheart handle has a stainless steel inner reinforcement for strength and a comfortable, stable grip. It is part of the all-metal-and-wood construction Silca chose for longevity, with no plastics in the build.

Is this pump built to last?

Yes. The full stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and wood construction with a leather piston gasket is engineered to last decades, and it is backed by the SILCA Shield 25-year hard parts guarantee.

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