Correct way to replace a tyre?

Crapaud

I was out with the local BUG a couple of weeks ago and, as usual, helped a couple of novice cyclists out when they had had a p****ure. I normally talk them through the process; explaining what I'm doing and why. I've alway started to put the tyre back on from the valve side because it's easier to seat the tyre properly. When I said this there were a few mutterings saying that you should start opposite the valve. No reason was given. I've never had a problem with my method, so I'll continue using it, but I was wondering: is there a 'correct' way of replacing a tyre? Does it matter?

woody-som

opposite the vale is the norm, it allows you to pull the tyre into the center of the rim more as you get near the valve, as the valve prevents this if you do it the other way round. It depends on your tyres and wheels though. If they are tight fit, then it's more of an issue but as you manage it OK your way, then the tyres and wheels must be an easy fit.

Steve Austin

is there a right way? :?

I put the valve through first if it means anything. Only cause it means the valve never ends up wonky

spasypaddy

i do it the same way as Steve, i always have a bit of a problem realigning my wheel after though...

vernonlevy

Steve Austin wrote:

is there a right way? :?

I put the valve through first if it means anything. Only cause it means the valve never ends up wonky

Start at the valve, you can push the valve up into the tyre to allow the bead to drop into the well of the rim. Theres also less fuss when levering the last bit of bead over the rim.

vernonlevy

Steve Austin wrote:

is there a right way? :?

I put the valve through first if it means anything. Only cause it means the valve never ends up wonky

Start at the valve, you can push the valve up into the tyre to allow the bead to drop into the well of the rim. Theres also less fuss when levering the last bit of bead over the rim.

fossyant

I start at the valve as well and push it inwards to ensure the tube clears the bead, then push the rest of the tyre on by hand.

It's just easier as you can then forget about the valve area !

I always slightly inflate the tube to reduce pinching.

Once seated, a quick double check for a trapped tube, then pump up !

Crapaud

Interesting. Roughly a 50/50 split (so far anyway). I kind of wish I'd put a poll on this thread.

sqwerl_mk2

so it would seem that it doesn't matter!
FWIW I start at the valve in case I have to use levers to get the lats bit of tyre on. I figure if I'm doing that in the valve area it's just going to add an unwanted obstruction.
BUT - Now I'm thinking about it. If you had to use a lever you could push the valve up into the rim to ensure your not going to pinch any tube with the lever??? I usually just use my hands though.