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10-31-21, 08:26 AM

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1. Let the tires take shape with a tube beforehand. Warm tires are easier. 2. Always(!) remove the valve core. 3. Use soapy water - you don’t need a lot. 4. Lever the bead up onto the shoulder at least 1/2 way around on each side. The more - the better. For 75% of tires, that last step makes it doable with a hand pump. Watch how Syd does it:

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