New wheels and really tight tyres?
wilkij1975
Posts: 532
I just got myself some new wheels, Pro Lite Revo disc, and my tyres, Maxxis Detonator 28's, are stupidly tight to get on. I don't just mean normal tight as I've had before. These are tyre lever breaking tight and I've gone through a couple of inner tubes now after nipping them when squeezing the tyres on. If I ever get a flat on the road I'm buggered and would probably have to walk home!
Is this normal for modern rims or should I be worried? They are tubeless ready and I've read they can be a pain but these seem stupid!
Is this normal for modern rims or should I be worried? They are tubeless ready and I've read they can be a pain but these seem stupid!
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Some rim/tyre combos just don't work - looks like you've found one. A different brand of tyre may fit without issue..0
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Yup, Campag/Michelins are tight as fook too.seanoconn - gruagach craic!0
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Yup, Campag/Michelins are tight as fook too.seanoconn - gruagach craic!0
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Unfortunately I can't really afford to try loads of new tyres. Are there any that are generally a bit loose? I'm going to get one of those var tools too to see if that helps.0
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If you pop into your LBS they may let you try several brands from their stock.0
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That's not a bad idea. I'll give it a go when I change them.
I've read that some people change the rim tape to a thinner one which helps. Any advice on that and on what one could work?0 -
Or you can pick up one of the A framed tire jack: I bought this but not tried it out yet.
http://www.pedal-pedal.co.uk/koolstop-tyre-mate.html0 -
"Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
Parktools :?:SheldonBrown0 -
You are a bit older and hairier than I thought Nick.seanoconn - gruagach craic!0 -
Or you can pick up one of the A framed tire jack: I bought this but not tried it out yet.
http://www.pedal-pedal.co.uk/koolstop-tyre-mate.html
I looked at those but they're too big to take out with you. I'm going to invest in the VAR tool as it's a bit smaller.0 -
I've seen that before. But this set of wheels is a different kettle of fish from anything I've had for 25 years! The front especially has about 6 - 7 inches of tyre that just won't go on. Maybe it's just my tyres and these wheels but if I got a flat out and about I'm fecked!0 -
So a quick update. I got myself a Schwalbe Durano after reading that Schwalbe are generally easier to get on (which I have experienced on mtb tyres, not tubeless though). It did seem a touch easier but not much. I used the technique in the video and did manage to get it on with no tools! Thumbs were hurting after but at least it gives me confidence to fix a flat on the road.0
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Update on the update!
The fecking tyre is flat so I must have still nicked the tube! This is getting silly now and is gonna cost me a fortune in tubes (and the swear box!)0
