Map - Compressed Air

[udbknight]

Hi,

There are lot's of useful locations on the map, but might it make sense to add the ability to mark locations where one could get compressed air?

Maybe even two types, free and pay for air?

Just an idea, when you need Air, it's pretty important.

Thanks,

DW

 

[kwill]

Maybe...but why not buy an air compressor? Marked locations won't help if you need air on the trail.

 

[udbknight]

Maybe...but why not buy an air compressor? Marked locations won't help if you need air on the trail.

Good point. I actually have an onboard air compressor, but not everybody does...

 

[4Wheelexplorer]

Good point. I actually have an onboard air compressor, but not everybody does...

The only issue with having air points on the map is that if they are too far from the trail driving to them may be unsafe depending on how low your tire pressure is set. How the vehicle responds at sub 5 mph speeds off road is drastically different than at regular road speeds on near flat tires.

 

[udbknight]

The only issue with having air points on the map is that if they are too far from the trail driving to them may be unsafe depending on how low your tire pressure is set. How the vehicle responds at sub 5 mph speeds off road is drastically different than at regular road speeds on near flat tires.

You make a great point, I wasn't even thinking of an air down scenario. I was just thinking of overlanding and discovering a slow leak and needing a little air. But I suppose if one had the ability to plug a tire, then one is probably prepared to air the tire back up. I would assume one would not air down without a plan to air back up though.

 

[Dlnuckolls]

The only issue with having air points on the map is that if they are too far from the trail driving to them may be unsafe depending on how low your tire pressure is set. How the vehicle responds at sub 5 mph speeds off road is drastically different than at regular road speeds on near flat tires.

You make a great point, I wasn't even thinking of an air down scenario. I was just thinking of overlanding and discovering a slow leak and needing a little air. But I suppose if one had the ability to plug a tire, then one is probably prepared to air the tire back up. I would assume one would not air down without a plan to air back up though.

You would actually be surprised at the number of people used to off road parks that don’t plan ahead. Having onboard air and a tire patch/repair kit are essential!