Well i can confirm as a complete virgin to tubeless and sealant that so far mine was way easier than i thought. Thankfully i bought a tubeless ready set up on my canyon. What a great video and so simple to follow thanks
You absolute legend! Fantastic tutorial. Thank you for taking the time to make & post it here. Us mere Mortals are in genuine Awe & full of genuine appreciation.🎉❤ Nice one Brother. Thank you ⚡🚴♂️✨👌
The technique shown here is good, but it will not work with some tyre/rim combinations when the tire is new. Some open tubular TLR tyres are notoriously tight, they are also flat out of the box. You will need to start opposite the valve and work your way down to the valve, and you will also need to move the tyre beads as much into the center channel of the rim as possible. It will usually require a couple times round doing that before you get to the last 6-8 inches or so, which you then pop on with a plastic lever. Spray some soapy water (i use a househould bottle and just refill it with a bit detergent and water) between the rim and the beads. This will allow the beads of the tyre to move and seat - again with tight tyres it will be very difficult to make the tyre seat without this step. A compressor is easiest as it gives a quick boost of air into the tyre but a good floorpump should work, just keep pumping fast until the tyre starts to hold air. I also find it much easier to add the sealant through the valve. With valves like the Reserve Fillmore it's super easy.
MTB pro tip: Put the tire on completely, inflate hard so that it’s seated (pops). Then remove the valve stem core and just poor the sealant in. Place the valve back and inflate the tire. No hassle, works like a charm.
I've used a very similar approach for all my gravel and cyclocross tubeless tire fittings. The "problem" I've encountered with tubeless set ups which is super duper annoying is that they work incredibly well when everything is new. But, as you use your wheels, especially if you're riding hard, long miles, the odd race, etc. the tubeless set up becomes less and less reliable. You start running into a lot of little issues like valves that fail for no apparent reason, punctures that once sealed become unsealed, sealant going off prematurely, minor rim scratches or dents affecting the bead in a way the wouldn't with a clincher or tubular, very messy mid ride tube installs when the sealant doesn't work, etc. Everyone I know who's running tubeless is carrying a spare tube anyway (ha!) and also now shying away from too low a pressure, especially on gravel wheel sets, due to wrecking the rims too frequently. Also, tubeless set ups cost more, no matter how you count up the pennies. Especially so when you're wrecking rims. I am currently running tubed clinchers in both butyl and latex form, tubulars AND tubeless. In my experience, tubeless is just more hassle, maintenance and faffing about... But, I'm still trying...
tend to agree brother - am using tubes on MTB and road and tubeless for beloved gravel - no doubt that tubeless is a major faff by comparison with the odd puncture.
Get a hair dryer on the tyre… warm rubber is waaaaaay easier to get over that rim, especially if you’re using MTB tyres with hard side walls like magic Mary’s 👍
This is a good video. However with my road bike I bought a tubeless tyre(Schwalbe) and the first problem was that even with tyre levers it was extremely difficult to get the tyre on. No thumbs would ever be able to do this. Then with the tyre on and the valve core removed, no amount of frantic pumping even came close to inflating the tyre. I took the tyre to someone who charged me £25 to fit it. Ive done everything else on my bike since I had it, no problem - but not fitting this tyre. He fitted the tyre but scratched the £500 wheel and the tyre constantly deflates - for some reason the brand new tyre has holes in the sidewall. Tubeless joy!
Couple of observations. One the sealant is in my experience, best added after the tyre is fitted and its “popped”. Just remove the core and add recommended amount. Cleaner also, especially ad you won’t have sealant sloshing around when still trying to fit the last bit of tyre on. Next, I read a tip that it really helps if you warm the tyre before fitting. I bought some tyres in the summer and just let the sun warm them. In winter a short time, wrapped in a towel in the oven works. But don’t cook them!! Finally, some tyres are easier to fit that others and that is a proven fact. You can check reviews for yourself
I'm still pumping like crazy! Tire will not seat or pop. Sealant everywhere. Sincerely wished I never started this. Will have to go to the bikeshop to see if they can finish this mess...It was so clearly explained here except for what to do when the tire will not seat and you're not getting ANY air in. What a mess
Great tutorial as always with this guy but seems such a faff when a tube works perfectly. Don’t think I could tolerate the mess either which would be guaranteed with me!
Ahhh, having a removable valve core makes a big difference in getting a tubeless tire to seat. Since my bike came without them that may explain why I had to struggle with getting the tire to seat. Now I have a compressor (originally for my car) to ensure I pump enough volume of air into the tire to seat it without losing that air.
I put sealant through valve with syringe and small hose.. I diregard the warnings because the syringe and hose does not allow sealant to muck up the valve.. and if it did a pipe cleaner would easily clean out the valve. But it never happens to me.
Well done mate👍. However, beside the weight, I really wonder what are the true pros about tubeless. Since l’ve had tubeless it’s been a pain in the neck.
For road tires .. finish at the valve ! If not the tire won't seat on the center rim channel and you'll lose enough space to make it practically impossible to fit it on your rim. Then use soap water that will make both the fitting and once you put air into the seating process easier.
Great video! I was wondering what you thoughts were on the width of the tubeless rim tape you use. Some articles that I have read say get the exact rim tape width for your internal diameter while others say go 2mm over the internal width, to allow it to fill up to the rim hooks. In one of the articles, the author said not to go 2mm over, as that could prevent a good tire bead to rim hook seal. Also, what pressures would you run on say a 32C tubeless gravel tire?
Don't pour the sealant into the tyre like that on a road tyre unless you want to have it splattered all over the front of your pants in an "embarrassing" stain as it squirts out whilst you try to get the tyre on. Just seat & inflate the tyre first, then deflate it and take the valve core out (need a little tool for that) then put the sealant in via the valve using a syringe or very handily "Stans no Tubes" comes in small bottles just the right size for one tyre with a nozzle that fits into the valve.
Everyone I know who rides tubeless carries a spare inner tube 'just in case' which seems to defeat the whole point of going tubeless. I use Smart Tubes with Slime pre-installed and have never had a puncture for years. I carry a spare tube for an emergency and could swap it out at the roadside in a fraction of the time that this took in the garage with zero mess.
I’m sorry but my giant gavia tubeless has now taken 3 days and it’s still not working. There is literally nothing else I have/have not done, it just will not pump up! I have bought new valves, more sealant and nope still not having it. I am obviously doing SOMETHING wrong but can’t for life of me figure it out. Ready for throwing the whole bloody bike in the bin at this rate! Reading the comments below: I think my tyre isn’t ‘seating’ on the rim
🤔🚴♂️ still seems like an incredible faff just to run tubeless tyres.. all be it that is the procedure to follow… and if you are out on the trail you won’t be carrying a track pump …in your back pack… have to rely on small hand pump or Co2 cartridge pump ….
Many if not most new wheels come with pre-installed rim tape ("tubeless ready"), and some (I know mavic for sure) wheel companies are making wheels that don't need any tape.
Usrs beware, this method makes the tubeless tyre fitting impossible. Once you put in the liquid sealant, it spills out and everything becomes too slippery to do anything; it becomes impossible to push the tyre into the beam.
This is useless advice, this trick only works on a limited set of wheels/ tires. The only method i really see working is 1. Using an inner tire to seat the outer tire and then cut it out. 2. Use a big strab around the wheel so you need less air aka have more pressure to get the tire seated while doing the first pump
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Best description, plane and simple way of fitting tubeless for the first time. Cheers Colin
That is the best demonstration of how two fit a tubeless tyre I have seen. Just tried it out and works exactly as you have shown. Thanks very much 👍
Well i can confirm as a complete virgin to tubeless and sealant that so far mine was way easier than i thought.
Thankfully i bought a tubeless ready set up on my canyon.
What a great video and so simple to follow thanks
Best tubeless installation video on the internet!
Accurate and concise video. Wish there was more like this.Thanks.
This guy does GREAT VIDS. clear, easy to follow and good practical common sense advice. He's the go to Bike Man.
But he dosen't have a Bike?!
Thank you for a really great VDO. I don't feel too intimidated now to go tubeless.
Followed the instructions and it worked perfectly. Thanks for very clear video.
Great video! Thanks for the effort. I’m not new to cycling but new to tubeless and this video answers all my questions
You absolute legend! Fantastic tutorial. Thank you for taking the time to make & post it here. Us mere Mortals are in genuine Awe & full of genuine appreciation.🎉❤ Nice one Brother. Thank you ⚡🚴♂️✨👌
Best and most practical advice! I checked all the other big network guys, but this is the only one that really works. Thank-you!
What size rim tape should I use for a 23 mm rim
The technique shown here is good, but it will not work with some tyre/rim combinations when the tire is new. Some open tubular TLR tyres are notoriously tight, they are also flat out of the box. You will need to start opposite the valve and work your way down to the valve, and you will also need to move the tyre beads as much into the center channel of the rim as possible. It will usually require a couple times round doing that before you get to the last 6-8 inches or so, which you then pop on with a plastic lever. Spray some soapy water (i use a househould bottle and just refill it with a bit detergent and water) between the rim and the beads. This will allow the beads of the tyre to move and seat - again with tight tyres it will be very difficult to make the tyre seat without this step. A compressor is easiest as it gives a quick boost of air into the tyre but a good floorpump should work, just keep pumping fast until the tyre starts to hold air. I also find it much easier to add the sealant through the valve. With valves like the Reserve Fillmore it's super easy.
Many thanks. Your video opened a new world for me.
MTB pro tip: Put the tire on completely, inflate hard so that it’s seated (pops). Then remove the valve stem core and just poor the sealant in. Place the valve back and inflate the tire. No hassle, works like a charm.
* unless the sealant says in the instructions not to be added through the valve. (Stans Race Sealant)
Agree. Silly way to put in sealant. Messy and restricts efforts to put tyre completely on.
Thats what I do :D
Great vid, takes a bit of the tubeless ‘myth’ away, thanks 👍
Great vid. Followed it to a t. Been pumping for an hour now, taking necessary breaks. I feel like the tyre will sit any minute now...
Great video, very clear and easy to understand. It's time to go tubeless!
I've used a very similar approach for all my gravel and cyclocross tubeless tire fittings. The "problem" I've encountered with tubeless set ups which is super duper annoying is that they work incredibly well when everything is new. But, as you use your wheels, especially if you're riding hard, long miles, the odd race, etc. the tubeless set up becomes less and less reliable. You start running into a lot of little issues like valves that fail for no apparent reason, punctures that once sealed become unsealed, sealant going off prematurely, minor rim scratches or dents affecting the bead in a way the wouldn't with a clincher or tubular, very messy mid ride tube installs when the sealant doesn't work, etc. Everyone I know who's running tubeless is carrying a spare tube anyway (ha!) and also now shying away from too low a pressure, especially on gravel wheel sets, due to wrecking the rims too frequently. Also, tubeless set ups cost more, no matter how you count up the pennies. Especially so when you're wrecking rims. I am currently running tubed clinchers in both butyl and latex form, tubulars AND tubeless. In my experience, tubeless is just more hassle, maintenance and faffing about... But, I'm still trying...
tend to agree brother - am using tubes on MTB and road and tubeless for beloved gravel - no doubt that tubeless is a major faff by comparison with the odd puncture.
You sound like a guy who doesn't live in goat head country. 😉
Can confirm it’s not as easy as this guy makes it, my hands are red raw, and the tyre is still not on 😂
You have probs done it by now but those who are stuck use soapy water, vaseline and rub it on the tyre you will see it will be like a baby 😂
F*cking thank you! I’m struggling to get even half this tire seated!
Tubeless guys tell you how great it is, followed by how to bodge all the problems 🤣👍
Get a hair dryer on the tyre… warm rubber is waaaaaay easier to get over that rim, especially if you’re using MTB tyres with hard side walls like magic Mary’s 👍
I feel your pain, mate👍‼️👍
Brilliant straight forward advice just what I needed thanks
Great video! I love it!
Awesome guide , i just purchase tubeless type and valve will try your way.
This is a good video. However with my road bike I bought a tubeless tyre(Schwalbe) and the first problem was that even with tyre levers it was extremely difficult to get the tyre on. No thumbs would ever be able to do this. Then with the tyre on and the valve core removed, no amount of frantic pumping even came close to inflating the tyre. I took the tyre to someone who charged me £25 to fit it. Ive done everything else on my bike since I had it, no problem - but not fitting this tyre. He fitted the tyre but scratched the £500 wheel and the tyre constantly deflates - for some reason the brand new tyre has holes in the sidewall. Tubeless joy!
Sdll done, and some great techniques.
Great explanation and video. Thanks
Couple of observations. One the sealant is in my experience, best added after the tyre is fitted and its “popped”. Just remove the core and add recommended amount. Cleaner also, especially ad you won’t have sealant sloshing around when still trying to fit the last bit of tyre on.
Next, I read a tip that it really helps if you warm the tyre before fitting. I bought some tyres in the summer and just let the sun warm them. In winter a short time, wrapped in a towel in the oven works. But don’t cook them!!
Finally, some tyres are easier to fit that others and that is a proven fact. You can check reviews for yourself
Great video ! Helped push me over to TL... let’s see how that goes for me 😅🤞💪
1000 Thank you 🙏 marvelous how to video.
I'm still pumping like crazy! Tire will not seat or pop. Sealant everywhere. Sincerely wished I never started this. Will have to go to the bikeshop to see if they can finish this mess...It was so clearly explained here except for what to do when the tire will not seat and you're not getting ANY air in. What a mess
Great tutorial as always with this guy but seems such a faff when a tube works perfectly. Don’t think I could tolerate the mess either which would be guaranteed with me!
Really good and clear, thank you
Philip Schroeder thank you! 👍
Adding the sealant before seating the tire is just asking for trouble.
Ahhh, having a removable valve core makes a big difference in getting a tubeless tire to seat. Since my bike came without them that may explain why I had to struggle with getting the tire to seat. Now I have a compressor (originally for my car) to ensure I pump enough volume of air into the tire to seat it without losing that air.
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Great video 👍
I put sealant through valve with syringe and small hose.. I diregard the warnings because the syringe and hose does not allow sealant to muck up the valve.. and if it did a pipe cleaner would easily clean out the valve. But it never happens to me.
Great video. Thanks.
Well done mate👍. However, beside the weight, I really wonder what are the true pros about tubeless. Since l’ve had tubeless it’s been a pain in the neck.
I've been trying for four hours and have decided to go back to tubes cba with all the faff with tubeless
For road tires .. finish at the valve !
If not the tire won't seat on the center rim channel and you'll lose enough space to make it practically impossible to fit it on your rim. Then use soap water that will make both the fitting and once you put air into the seating process easier.
Very useful video... But would that technique works true for the Road bikes too?
Thanks mate
Great video! I was wondering what you thoughts were on the width of the tubeless rim tape you use. Some articles that I have read say get the exact rim tape width for your internal diameter while others say go 2mm over the internal width, to allow it to fill up to the rim hooks. In one of the articles, the author said not to go 2mm over, as that could prevent a good tire bead to rim hook seal. Also, what pressures would you run on say a 32C tubeless gravel tire?
Hi, thanks for the great vid there... what mm of rim tape for 25 mm width rim?
Do you have a howto to RE-seal and set a tire? I had to replace my valves as they got clogged. Now I can't get the tires re-sealed 😢😢
Don't pour the sealant into the tyre like that on a road tyre unless you want to have it splattered all over the front of your pants in an "embarrassing" stain as it squirts out whilst you try to get the tyre on. Just seat & inflate the tyre first, then deflate it and take the valve core out (need a little tool for that) then put the sealant in via the valve using a syringe or very handily "Stans no Tubes" comes in small bottles just the right size for one tyre with a nozzle that fits into the valve.
Oh yes 😃 good advice 👍
U forgot to mention…please don’t use a degreaser if you have a hydraulic front brake, it will contaminate it! Lol! Been there done that!
How to pick tape width?
Dude, install tire and seat. Squirt sealant through valve stem with valve core removed. Total no brainer.
I regret so much following this method. Now the sealant is leaking out everywhere, the tyre, rim and my hands are so slippery, I cannot do anything.
I can’t get my tyre to stay near enough to the rim for the pump to pop the tyre back on like I did first time I did it.
Everyone I know who rides tubeless carries a spare inner tube 'just in case' which seems to defeat the whole point of going tubeless. I use Smart Tubes with Slime pre-installed and have never had a puncture for years. I carry a spare tube for an emergency and could swap it out at the roadside in a fraction of the time that this took in the garage with zero mess.
I’m sorry but my giant gavia tubeless has now taken 3 days and it’s still not working. There is literally nothing else I have/have not done, it just will not pump up! I have bought new valves, more sealant and nope still not having it. I am obviously doing SOMETHING wrong but can’t for life of me figure it out. Ready for throwing the whole bloody bike in the bin at this rate!
Reading the comments below: I think my tyre isn’t ‘seating’ on the rim
I was having trouble with mine not seating and I put pressure on the tire right above the stem and it went, if anyone is struggling…
Ok. Now do tyre replacement/sealant top up (yes, the valve has clogged so you can't syringe it in)/sealant clean out without mess.
Great video but is it necessary to remove the valve core before inflation?
My first problem, I still do not know how to take my tyres and rim off the bike.
🤣
I forgot to remove the factory type applied
Notice he didn’t fit a road tyre 😉
🤔🚴♂️ still seems like an incredible faff just to run tubeless tyres.. all be it that is the procedure to follow… and if you are out on the trail you won’t be carrying a track pump …in your back pack… have to rely on small hand pump or Co2 cartridge pump ….
You’d think technology would make rims so you don’t need rim tape
Many if not most new wheels come with pre-installed rim tape ("tubeless ready"), and some (I know mavic for sure) wheel companies are making wheels that don't need any tape.
Usrs beware, this method makes the tubeless tyre fitting impossible. Once you put in the liquid sealant, it spills out and everything becomes too slippery to do anything; it becomes impossible to push the tyre into the beam.
I've watched a total of 3 videos using this same technique. None of them made a mess. 🤷♀
Go ahead and try it
Who’s here with sealant all over their floor?
Its not that easy with the used tyre
Won't work for me.
Get to the point.I shut the video off when Christmas arrived
branch of a tree lol
This is useless advice, this trick only works on a limited set of wheels/ tires. The only method i really see working is 1. Using an inner tire to seat the outer tire and then cut it out. 2. Use a big strab around the wheel so you need less air aka have more pressure to get the tire seated while doing the first pump
Can u do a similar video for sailing knots. I think you’d make them look as easy too 🪢 🪢
im gonna see you at the side of the road with your hands all dirty full of sealant , omg good luck to you alll