the tires from hell...

[parity]

What kind of rim tape do you have? Some rim tape like Velox makes can make it extremely difficult to mount some type of tires. I had these DT Swiss rims and it was impossible to mount any kind of tire and would take me 20 to 30 mins of struggling, sweating, etc to mount a tire. I finally switched to using a thinner rim tape by Zipp and then I could mount tires way easier. If you are using Velox, try looking for some high pressure rim tape. Now a days I use Veloplugs if the rim holes are the right size. Also makes mounting tires so much easier.

[Chicken Little]

I have stuck all my tires in the dryer for 10 minutes. Hasn't affected tire iife that I can tell, and they slip on. Now, a flat 30 miles from home is another story... This looks like a handy gadget.

[Miranda]

Thanks for those additional thoughts! I ordered one tool, and am def gonna try the heat also. Hmm, idk bout rim tape, but will check out what's on my wheels.