The takeaway message is that we are all in this together so if you can lend a hand, please do so.
It was no problem to lend assistance with the pump. I’d guess that the CO2 inflators resolve the issue the vast majority of the time. In my experience, if you are stay on the heavily traveled bike routes someone will come by with a pump, Most riders seem quite willing to lend a hand so get a pump only if you really feel you need it.
Please join in the dialogue on the forum. Always a good time.