Tyre Glider does it again! No excuse for ruining your carbon rims.

[@AviatorGM]

You sold me! I need to try that device for my 4.8" Maxxis Minion (tubeless ready) on my Fat Bike. Traditional levers resulted in me pinching two tubes. I took it to my local bike shop and the mechanic got it done, but handed me my wheels and tires with a bashed up hand! I need something that will work trailside. If it works for me, my mechanic will get one as a gift!

[@dhmu5tang71]

Did it work?

[@ricobass0253]

I was one of the people who broke my first one on a steel 16" rim from a 60s Moulton. I reported it, suggested a material change and got a new white prototype soon afterwards. I been using it ever since without problems. My bete noir is a Schwalbe Kojak on a 17" Moulton rim; a very tight combo. It copes well with that if you use the push down palm method. I hadn't realized the significance of that before watching this video. I'm in the process of introducing the Glider to the Sevenoaks Repair Cafe which I help at.

[@RideWithRoy]

Thanks for this. I can’t speak for Tyre Glider but the cafe may be able to obtain trade terms as a reseller.

[@KBBMX]

Had mine for quite a while and luckiky not needed it roadside yet.. But had to make the refit channel wider to accommodate my wider carbon road wheels.. Easy to do with basic tool familiarity... Still a brilliant peice of kit 👌

[@angela-onesroman8873]

That was an awesome demonstration 👍🏽👍🏽...

[@colinwellman9480]

It's not often I see a new product being demonstrated that offers a solution to a real problem. The tyre glider is the exception. A solution to a real problem and not a solution to a problem you never knew you had. All credit to Kevin for inventing this, I hope he makes plenty of money out of his brilliant idea.

[@roberthodgson3574]

Got one, great invention.

[@robotgrass]

The real question here is why has it become such a challenge to remove and install bicycle tires? They used to be easily removed using one or two common tire levers.

[@timgearing5121]

I’m not ditching the tyre levers just yet. The Glider does not work with my Bontrager Line Elite Carbon 30 wheels on my 2 mtb as the ‘bead’ channel for getting the tyre to seat is still too small. Works great with my Bontrager RSL 37 road wheels.

[@RideWithRoy]

That’s interesting, Tim. I’m sure that Kevin will be interested in that feedback 👍

[@keithgladman2410]

Two tyre gliders and a Couple of tyre levers .one lever double length one very thin to remove a halo gxc tyre from a mavic Wheel on my Ribble hybrid al e. My new schwalbe marathons are a doddle (although I haven't had to take the marathons off to remind me)

[@RideWithRoy]

You make a good point there, Keith. The TG won’t release the grip of a really welded on bead to get the process started. I had to resort to a flathead screwdriver on my original Triban wheels. One released though, one Tyre Glider should be all you need - unless you are building in redundancy 😀

[@keithgladman2410]

I suspect the Halo batch must be unusual. Incredibly tight and difficult in my garage and agony in cold wet rain in middle of countryside. Also multiple punctures front and back with no discernible damage to the tyre, just big holes in the tubes. Suspect tyre glider will be all I need now. It certainly makes it easier to pop tyres on and off once started.

[@robinfrost6240]

I like that I hate having to repair a puncher because of the battles of getting the Tyre off and back on this product looks to be the answer well impressed so how do I get one with Roy 10.

[@RideWithRoy]

The Roy10 offer is for UK only, Robin, and limited to the first 200 orders. If you go to the Tyre Glider website, which is detailed in the first comment, order and enter Roy10 at the checkout it will either give you the discount, or reject it if the 200 orders has been reached. Either way, it’s worth every penny of the full price.

[@geertdeclercq4808]

Ok w’ll try it like that but you loose the effect of your bodyweight for pushing it downwards.

[@RideWithRoy]

Yes, you do. Kevin knows how important it is for left handed people, being one himself, so it will come I’m sure.

[@MrDerek2404]

Just bought one ..Hoping for success ,but realised that it's a pity they don't have right and left-handed versions ..My right hand is not as strong ..or natural for me .

[@RideWithRoy]

I know Kevin, the inventor, watches these comments so I am sure he will comment on any plans for a left handed version or tips for using. I just hope you don’t need to use it too often 🙂

[@tyreglider]

Hi, being left handed myself I appreciate is a little more difficult to use and need to pull rather than push. Will be looking at left handed version when comes to new tooling. Thank you for purchasing, really appreciate everyone’s support. Regards

[@aAnd67]

Great invention. I removed 2 Schwalbe G one Bite tyres, and refitted, and 2 specialized 29ers, and re fitted, all 4, in less than half an hour. Before, it took that long for one 29 er as they are tight. Can honestly say, for a tenner, it's possibly the best budget cycling item I've ever bought 👍

[@RideWithRoy]

The instructional video can be found here kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGmle6KXabmhZ6M I forgot to mention in the video that the tyre on the carbon rim was a turbo trainer tyre. These are notoriously tight.

[@stepheneglen8705]

Thank you. Just ordered. Appreciate the great interview. Keep it up.

[@WowRixter]

Brilliant. I bought one a couple of years ago and can vouch for what a great product it is. Glad he stopped the clones and clarified about the Rehook blue version

[@kevinharrington900]

What a fantastic bit of kit, tyre levers on carbon rims are a nightmare to remove/replace

[@shuycg]

I confirm. Being quite experienced and fit, I still found a wheel and tyre combo that almost made me sell the bike. after having damaged my thumbs I really thought it would be impossible. And even if I'd manage in the warmth and comfort of the house, I wouldn't have dared to venture anywhere more than walking distance. With this thing it took me seconds, on first try. So I'll just make sure to add it to my essentials bag on every bike of the family.

[@dperreno]

This is a really cool product! I have a suggestion for future demonstrations though - make sure that the last few inches of the tire that you are installing are on the valve side of the rim. This allows all of the tire bead to locate deep in the center groove of the rim, giving the bead enough slack to get over the edge of the rim. Otherwise, the valve will be in the way of the bead (especially on narrower rims) and make it even harder to pop that bead over the rim.

[@danarditi]

I bought one a few weeks ago and have to tested for the first time in real time on a tight road tire with inner tube, it took me half time than with regular tire levers and with no effort, it is a game changer. excellent tool very well engineered.

[@geertdeclercq4808]

is it also available for left hand users ?

[@RideWithRoy]

It’s not specifically made for left hand users but the inventor is left handed and uses it by pulling instead of pushing.

[@DanGleebowls]

Love my tyre glider, has had dozens of uses since I picked it up, both my bike and anyone else who I see battling with levers on the roadside. I've found pushing the glider while also pulling the wheel toward me is the key for the tightest of tyre/rim combinations

[@RideWithRoy]

Don’t you just love it when you get the chance to whip it out to help others? Although, I was rather deflated when I arrived as a white knight to help a young woman out to find that the groove wouldn’t fit her carbon rim. No such fears in the future with the new version.

[@tyreglider]

Cheers Dan, I remember watching your review very early on too, was great. Glad to hear it’s still working as intended 😊

[@malcolmhendra20]

After watching your initial video on this product I immediately bought one. Just seemed as if someone had put a lot of thought into the problem and come up with a workable solution. Although Im new to cycling i.e. I dont have any experience with levers (as a boy we used spoons or forks or whatever sshh) but this works for me. Im delighted with it and show club members at every opportunity. Ive only used it half a dozen times though, just changing from gravel to road tyres, not in a an emergency situation.

[@RideWithRoy]

The main thing, Malcolm, is you know how to use it so in the event of a roadside emergency in the cold and wet you’ll be prepared 👍

[@dhmu5tang71]

Will this work on my Engwe M20 20"x4" fat e-bike tire?

[@RideWithRoy]

It will depend on the rim thickness, Darrin. The gap in the Tyre Glider is now 5mm.

[@rosomak8244]

When will people learn to squeeze the tire to the center over the whole or at least a good part of the circumference (unbeat it) before trying to take it off? When you know how, you can take a bike tier just with your fingers!

[@RideWithRoy]

That’s the whole point if this product. With the increase in cycling most people don’t know how to fix a flat, and the majority don’t even carry a repair kit. This is a tool that makes it easy to to change a tyre without any experience. Of course a really tough tyre combination can eventually be removed, but I’ve seen a very experienced bike mechanic defeated. For the sake of a cheap tool why not make life even easier?

[@leemorley1]

I know how to do that, I do that, I still have a wheel and tyre combination that once took 3 people to reseat it. The tyre glider does it easily and simply, and doesn't require anyone to be smug about how they don't need any help.

[@andrewlancefield3730]

Depends on the tyre wheel combo

[@AndrewShakespeare]

@andrewlancefield3730 I've got some tyres that go on by hand, some that need levers, and some (GP 5000 TR) that are a nightmare. The GP 5000s just went on easily the first time with this tool.

[@veganath]

Seeing Wendy remove & install the tightest of tires gives me apprehension that the wife won't need me anymore...lol. Still good for open jars though, but I think she pretends..lol

[@RideWithRoy]

Mine always spoils it by saying she must have already loosened the lid for me to have successfully removed it 😞

[@gordonmcconachie2492]

You should use loob and it will slide very easy😊

[@jamesbrittain9564]

I used these last night on Renee Hearse Fleecer Ridge tires - If you don't own one of these, don't think - just buy it! Truly amazing :)

[@RideWithRoy]

Thanks, James. Your real life experience is much more valuable than any review I could make.

[@rogerpianoking1945]

I’ve just ordered a TG red one but don’t know if it’s the latest version. 🤦‍♂️

[@RideWithRoy]

It will be. Everything they supply now is the latest design. When it arrives it’s a good idea to have a practice before you need it on the road.

[@raycarlson1342]

Roy, I have a Tyre Glider and it works really well on my Schwalbe Marathon tyres on all three of my bikes (road, MTB and Brompton). But now due to a stroke my ride is now a mobility scooter which has 10" x 2.125 tyres. These tyres are VERY difficult to remove and replace. I was wondering whether this modified Tyre Glider would be wide enough to fit the rims of scooter wheels and indeed strong enough for the job. Thank you for your very interesting videos. RayC

[@RideWithRoy]

Thanks, Ray. The groove will handle rims up to 5mm, so that will be the decider I would say. If in doubt, I would contact Kevin at TG for his opinion.

[@raycarlson1342]

Thank you Roy I will do that.😀

[@Emtbtoday]

Bought one to try remove a schwalbe Big Betty tyre this thing is on there and don't think there will be much room to play with even with the tyre in centre channel, can't even fit a normal tyre lever in this thing! New emtb wheels 30mm rim widths pro bike tools levers don't fit there way to thick so ordered schwalbe one's there flexing now so next thing to try is the glider! Should come today

[@RideWithRoy]

@@Emtbtoday that sounds like it will be a real test. Let us know how it goes

[@RideWithRoy]

The Rehook brand is a tyre glider and just marketed under their name. The one with the handle you mentioned is a poor attempt at a copy. While you would think the handle helps, it actually hinders by applying a twisting motion.

[@colinjones5339]

Thanks for the video, I’ve ordered the updated version

[@z28ken]

Appreciate clarifying (and confirming) that the Rehook version is legitimate. (Took a bit more effort to find out than you might think!)

[@NeilLavitt]

I have one of the originals and used it a few times successfully. Can’t see me getting carbon rims any time soon so I may hold off on v2. I’ve constantly defended Kevin’s IP by calling out fakes. Good follow up Roy. The ideal cyclist gift.

[@mikegalvin4655]

Am in a wheel chair I cannot push so it's not for me I try plastic lever and I was able to change scwalbe maraton they are pain to install but it work

[@JohnChristopher-k7u]

Have you tested the new tyre glider on MTB rims which involve tyre inserts, like a Tannus Armour (innertube) or Cushcore (tubeless)?

[@RideWithRoy]

@@JohnChristopher-k7u I haven’t but hopefully someone will reply that has.

[@JohnChristopher-k7u]

@@RideWithRoy I can tell you now that I had a load of trouble using the mark one version of the tyre glider while installing my wheelset which eventually saw me abandoning the tool altogether. I’m hoping the mk2 will be able to do a better job.

[@RideWithRoy]

The only difference with MK2 is the wider groove to accommodate thicker rims. The technique does rely on locating the tyre beads, opposite the tool, into the centre well of the wheel. I guess the insert will make that impossible.

[@JohnChristopher-k7u]

@@RideWithRoy That really sucks. Back to the drawing board it is then…….

[@RideWithRoy]

@user-ot2qg8np8y I should have added that MK2 is made with a stronger material as well, but I suspect the insert will cause the problem.

[@davidburgess741]

We've already seen Wendy with the tire glider. She had the knack then and I didn't expect anything less. The newer version may address some of the small issues. I always work my way around the tire when fitting pushing it toward the center. There are spoke hole ferral covers which can replace rim tape with tubes. I use hot melt glue instead and file it flush with a half round file. This can sometimes help with very difficult combinations. Mostly I use Gatorskins so I've been there a few times!

[@havefunandbikestuff]

Holy cow!!! I'm impressed! I always got to use soapy water with my traditional tire levers. I use the rhymes with *Fedros or *Lark tool tire levers for over a decade...and since most of the tires I use now are tubeless compatible, even though I've switched back to tubes. They seem tighter than years past. I will buy your newer model tyre flyer tire levers, if you send to Hawaii, Oahu. Thank you for wonderful demo! Gratitude.

[@RideWithRoy]

They are shipped directly within the USA so you shouldn’t have a problem 😎

[@alistairmacfadyen9365]

Just bought one, using the code. Many thanks

[@IanPiperGreen]

I've just broken my tyre glider last week on a tyre which although it was tight I have fitted tighter tyres. I was trying to fit a Maxxis Ikon to a Stans rim. An old rim. So I've ordered a new tyre glider from Amazon because I do think it's a good product. I'm an MTB rider and I'd like to see how it gets on with MTB tyres with tyre inserts fitted inside the rim. I haven't tried it yet but that would be a good test.

[@RideWithRoy]

Be sure to let us know how you get on, Ian. As you will have heard in the interview, Kevin has increased the strength of the material so hopefully the new one will survive the inserts.

[@martinscarry5233]

I am looking at purchasing this product after hopefully an honest video. It reminds me of Steven of Rocker Plates.

[@RideWithRoy]

All my reviews are honest, Martin 😀 and nothing in it for me in any case. It’s truly a great product so you won’t be disappointed. My only recommendation is that you have a practice with it before needing it in an emergency. It’s really simple once you know how. I’ve used mine more to help other people on the road than myself and all have been impressed.

[@tryan137]

Thanks for the update Roy. Have just ordered using the discount code.

[@pete1927]

Great demo and well done Wendy! I am convinced, fortunately only had one puncture in 18 months and the plastic tyre lever broke! I am convinced so I have ordered one. Great idea Roy well done on the promo.

[@RideWithRoy]

As I said in the video, Pete, there is nothing in this for me but I wanted to support Kevin as there are those that just copy and and make existing products cheaper and there are those that invest to bring us new and innovative products. Considering this guy invested his own money to do this while working as a housing officer for his local council says a lot about him. He left the council job very soon after I helped him launch it 😀

[@RideWithRoy]

I’ll just add one more thing, Pete. When it arrives, have a few practice runs in the comfort of your own home. There nothing worse that trying to learn a new technique on the side of the road - when you just know it will be cold and wet 😀

[@pete1927]

All good Roy the glider arrived today and it worked like a dream, definitely a top tip.!

[@RideWithRoy]

Let’s just hope you don’t need to use it very often 😀

[@pete1927]

@@RideWithRoy I know 😂

[@FENCYCLIST]

I have converted a Saddle Skedaddle tour guide, on my C2C ride, about 9 miles from the end I got a puncture, and she stopped to help, she took out her standard levers, I said try this, so I showed how it works, and she was impressed and asked where to get it, pointed her to the website, said she was going to mention it to other guides.

[@RideWithRoy]

It’s amazing how many people still haven’t heard of it. Kevin’s will be delighted you are spreading the word.

[@tn9274]

nice tool, gonna find it whether available in my country or not.

[@charlesblithfield6182]

Cool product. I like to see innovation in the industry. Best of luck!

[@rbailey6949]

It’s really great to see and most helpful - thank you Roy, Kevin and Wendy - time to upgrade to the latest version - our group have had a spate of punctures recently from flooding debris on the road and hedge cutting. Think I recognise the venue - place I used to work from time to time - located just off the A road between Stamford and Corby - lovely woods to walk and cycle around. Hope the café there is still open so that you could grab yourselves a warm drink!

[@RideWithRoy]

Yes, you are spot on - Fineshade Wood. And the cafe is also still open and welcome on that day 😀 On the recent Audax we rode a section where a hedge was being butchered by a flail - heart in the mouth time as the road was being littered by hawthorn right in front of us.

[@whazzat8015]

$15-$32 tire iron? A tyre glider vs tyre monkey vs tyrekey vs kool-stop review is available but is from rehook maker of the $15 chain hook

[@RideWithRoy]

Yes, Rehook are an official supplier of the Tyre Glider.

[@ronaldweed6103]

That's GREAT!! Good going, getting it done 20:08

[@Naomi_Boyd]

This might seem like less of a marketing gimmick if he wasn't wearing his own merch during the interview.

[@RideWithRoy]

Well what do you expect when he invented the product??? Have you ever watched a Park Tool video??? But congratulations, you win the prize for the dumbest comment of the day.

[@99muddy99]

I was just given one. It is an absolute game changer! First usage: I removed a set on Schwalbe Mondial, installing them on a different pair of wheels after I had removed the Schwalbe marathon Tours on them. Then I installed a set of notoriously difficult Schwalbe marathon Plus on the first set of wheels. I realised that one of the Mondial was on the wrong way, so I removed, spun and replaced it. 7 tyres in all after which I can report 1. Fast removal and installation. 2. No pinched tubes. 3. No sore wrists or fingers. 4. No lost skin. The Tyre Glider is a remarkably effective tool. I have added it to my Touring kit, and I have ditched several tyre levers, and a VarTool tyre fitting tool. The Tyre Glider is the most innovative, ingenious bike tool that I have ever come across.

[@RideWithRoy]

Thanks for this 👍 I know the inventor, Kevin, keeps an eye on these comments so I’m sure he will see your great report.

[@tyreglider]

Thank you for your comment, fantastic to hear. Much appreciated 😊

[@ghowell13]

I just found this video, and want to thank you all SO very much for it. I've only recently had a real difficulty in fitting a tire, and am scouring the internet for a solution, and this looks like what i need. Im sols, and ordering one!! The new Pirelli P Zero TLR is a right difficult tire to mount. I thought my Schwalbe tires were the worst ever... until a couple of weeks ago. I rather ruefully must admit, I've been unsuccessful after every trick I know to mount them. I've tried everything, from leaving them in the hot sun all day, to a bit of soapy water solution along with the sun baked tires. All I've managed to do is ruin 2 Pirelli TPU tubes, and 2 Conti Race tubes. I hope the Tyre Glide will be the answer. Otherwise, I beleive I'm defeated, and will have to sell these new tires on to a mate, lol. Thanks again, Mr. Roy, you and your video may save my riding summer yet!!!

[@RideWithRoy]

@@ghowell13 thanks, Glenn. With such a tight one you may have to work at it, but I’m sure you’ll manage. Let us know how it goes.

[@ghowell13]

@RideWithRoy I'm back to report, and it's good news, indeed! While it did still take a bit of work, I've managed to get this Pirelli P- Zero TLR onto my carbon wheel, finally! After doing the one, I've not had the ability to do the other due to a shoulder injury (not teated). I did leave the tire out in the sun a couple of hours, but I would have to have done that with conventional tire levers anyway. I honestly believe without the Tyer Glyder, I don't get to enjoy these new Pirelli P-Zeros on my bike I can truthfully say this new design is a gamechanger. I'm purchasing more for friends as Christmas gifts, and I've already bought 3 for various saddle bags for my wife's, daughter's, and my bikes. I hope the inventor/ owner sees this, so I can personally thank him. If not, Roy, please thank him for me. Regards, Glenn P.S. if the inventor wishes to use the above as a review/ screenshot for his page, all or in part, here is my permission to do so. Same applies to Roy as well, please. Kindest regards, we wishes, and thanks again! Glenn H.

[@RideWithRoy]

Thanks for this detailed update, Glenn, I'm so pleased it helped. I shall pass this on to the inventor, Kevin, as I know he will be delighted.

[@geraldinecoupland4162]

Ooo we bought a couple off Amazon but made sure it was the Tyre Glider business. Never thought to think of thickness of rims. Haven’t tried them yet. We purchased towards the end of May. Great vlog describing how to use the product 👍

[@RideWithRoy]

The one thing I would suggest, Gez, is to have a trial run in the comfort of your own home. That will ensure you are familiar with how it works when you need it for real - at which time you know it will be cold and wet 🙂

[@geraldinecoupland4162]

@@RideWithRoy thank you, we will definitely practice at home with some old rims first

[@chrisnumnuts8671]

yes i had to file the old tyre glider

[@jamesbrittain9564]

Very cool!

[@tommy-trump-1967]

hi dudes, i run easton haven carbon mtb rims 26rs , if you want a proper test..... ive tried everything to break the bead , impossible without tools, i now have to carry a 250g small pair of mole grips every ride purely to seperate the bead from the rim, at home i use a vice , silverfish the main uk importer of easton said to stand on tyre (2 feet) and pull up on spokes/rim pfff 5% chance of that working on a dry feeling strong day, in the wet no chance whatsoever , any soloutions would be very gratefully received , my advice for anyone on a mountain bike, keep away from carbon fibre / carbon wheels , they dont make motocross bikes /wheels from carbon for a reason

[@RideWithRoy]

Thanks, Tommy. I too have experienced the welded on tyre - and that was on a tubeless aluminium rim! I had to resort to using a flat head screwdriver to release it. I have urged Kevin to make a tool to do this his next invention.

[@tommy-trump-1967]

@@RideWithRoy ty for reply sir, if there ever is a lightweight, reliable solution to breaking the bead issue ill buy it 100% , as not right as this idea is ,the thought did cross my mind to add some sort of grease /lubricant to a small area of the inner rim bead prior to tyre fitment or maybe get the grinder on the inner bead -2mm on a 4inch marked area on one side just to break the bead easier , any thoughts ? weaken the carbon too much or risk it for a biscuit :) ty

[@RideWithRoy]

I’m afraid I don’t have the knowledge to comment. I’m using Schwalbe G1 Allround tyres with their easy fit tubeless system. Tyres go on an off easily and inflate with a standard track pump. These are fitted to Fulcrum Rapid Red wheels, that also have and easy fit system. The answer is for all manufacturers to use this type of system.

[@giodc8599]

I really appreciated the explanation regarding the lack of a lever. I got a tire glider some months ago and i was indeed thinking it needed one to make the job easier. Now i surely see why having a lever would actually create more problems in case you are fitting a very tight tire.

[@RideWithRoy]

It’s an obvious thought. That was my thought when I first handled it - as it was Kevin’s when designing it. It just shows how much thought and development went into the design.

[@giodc8599]

@@RideWithRoy I can see how a lever would help, sure, but would also do damage in quite a few cases. Better be safe than sorry.

[@greigs9384]

Fleeces, bodywarmers and bare trees. Does summer arrive late In Lincolnshire? ❄️ 😂

[@RideWithRoy]

Well spotted, but I expected nothing less 😀 We made the video in the winter but couldn’t release it until existing stocks were sold. The new version works on standard rims but now has the benefit of working on the majority of wheels. Oh, and why didn’t you spot we were actually in Northamptonshire? There was a clue when I said we met him part way 😀

[@greigs9384]

@@RideWithRoy 😂

[@smitbar11]

They are ruccish, mine broke in no time lol

[@RideWithRoy]

The only way they break is if they are misused, so it must be you that is ruccish 😀

[@davemoss6976]

Mine broke second time I used it

[@RideWithRoy]

Did you go back to Kevin to ask for a replacement or refund? Reply with your order number and date of purchase so I can pass it on.

[@Hyrax56]

The jury is still out for me with this. First time I tried it, it worked fine, but the tyre was a relatively old 28mm Continental Grand Prix 4 Season on tubeless ready rims ( Bontrager). Tried using it recently to fit new Continental Grand Prix 4 Season 32mm tyres on different tubeless ready rims( DT Swiss) and it didn't work. Thought I had the technique sorted from my previous efforts but in the end had to resort to using tyre levers to remove the relatively new Bontrager tyres that I was unhappy with and had to use the Cycle Pal gizmo to ' persuade' the last bit of tyre onto the rim. A shame really, because I would like to be able to say you could rely on Tyre Glider out on the road, because it is small and easier to carry than the Cycle Pal, but I can't. So that's been my experience and I have been cycling for 50 plus years and dealt with many punctures. If Tyre Glider has been the best thing since sliced bread for other people, I am happy for them, i just wish it would work for me!

[@RideWithRoy]

As you will see, fortunately, most people are very happy with it. No one can question your experience but still worth persevering as that first tyre in the video was close to beating me.

[@Hyrax56]

I will persevere, though hopefully will not have to deal with a puncture for a while: the recent fitting of new Continental Grand Prix 4 Season tyres also included fitting Slime inner tubes, which some of the friends I cycle with swear by to keep punctures at bay. The decision to fit Slime inner tubes followed an unlucky spell of three punctures in the space of a month after no punctures for a couple of years. Like buses, they are...

[@RideWithRoy]

@@Hyrax56 yes, let’s hope it’s not a tool you have to use too often. I know it can be controversial but I have been using tubeless on my Tempest and have been delighted. I did have a spate of punctures that wouldn’t seal, but that’s because I had allowed the tyres to become too worn. The bonus is that the Schwalbe G1 All Round have a new technology that makes fitting easy and allows inflation with a standard pump.

[@Hyrax56]

I might well have a look at those a few years down the line. Thanks for the heads up. Btw. Although my You Tube moniker is Hyrax , my actual name is also Roy! Roy Cuckow.

[@RideWithRoy]

@@Hyrax56 there’s not many of us around 😀

[@robertwhyte3435]

Are the ones being sold on Amazon in the US the updated version? Thanks

[@RideWithRoy]

You will need to check, Robert, but I think they should be. This video was made several months ago and not released until the existing stock was exhausted. I know Kevin will watch these comments so I’m sure he will clarify.

[@tyreglider]

Hi Robert, to be sure I would give it a week before ordering there, maybe some residual old stock still in transfer. Regards

[@D.D.T.123]

I just received one from Amazon…how can I tell which version it is or if it’s a knock off?

[@robertwhyte3435]

@@D.D.T.123 We weren't discussing fake v. real, we were talking about old design v. updated version. I'm pretty sure by now you should have gotten the updated one, but even if you didn't, if it works for you there's probably no functional difference. Does it? Thanks.

[@D.D.T.123]

@@robertwhyte3435 thanks! I will get back after I use it on my new Conti 5000 on a DT Swiss rim.

[@veganpotterthevegan]

1% breakage is very high for a low use good. Many of the buyers probably only used it once or not even once just yet.

[@veganpotterthevegan]

@@IMac8939 that's definitely not a good sign. If this product is reliable, it should be able to be used dozens of times before 1% of them fail.

[@RideWithRoy]

Thanks for the comment, which allows me to make a personal observation. The breakages mainly occurred through misuse. That misuse was often due to people trying to force the tool onto a wider rim, understandably expecting it to fit all rims. The 1% Kevin referred to related to early orders, so it was a minuscule number. Anyone that commented they had a breakage was referred to Kevin who either refunded them or advised them how to modify the tool to fit. He didn’t want anyone to be out of pocket so gave incredible customer support. He hadn’t foreseen the issue with thicker rims which is why he gave the support and also why he designed the the new version with a wider gap. With any consumer item there will be those that use it incorrectly. The majority of users loved the Tyre Glider and used it correctly with great results. However, Kevin didn’t want any breakages so he and the manufacturing unit came up with a material that would help withstand misuse. This is more than a piece of plastic with a groove in it, so has to withstand some extreme forces in area that must be thin, such as the scoop. The even stronger material was in use in the latter part of 2022 but I’ve used the original demo version plenty of times and it’s still going strong.

[@RideWithRoy]

@@IMac8939 There was no need to lose £20 as all you had to do was contact Kevin and he would have refunded you. I have detailed the issue in the comment to @veganpottertyevegan3413 so won’t repeat it here. This is genuinely an amazing invention that Kevin invested a great deal in perfecting. He is committed to his customers and will do anything to make it happy. I must say that had I spent £20 and the product broke I would have been on contacting the manufacturer immediately. Why didn’t you?

[@RideWithRoy]

@veganpotterthevegan I have used my original demo version plenty of times, both for myself and anyone that I came across having trouble. It’s nothing more than a sign that a very small number of people have experienced a problem, mostly through misuse, that the inventor has addressed when contacted. But feel free to pass it by as you clearly have doubts.

[@veganpotterthevegan]

@RideWithRoy through my many thousands of tire installs and removals, you often misuse things just to get the job done quickly as a mechanic. It's remarkable how few Pedro's levers I've broken. They're strong enough to tolerate a lot of misuse that that should be expected for a tool of this type.

[@rosomak8244]

This guy doesn't have a clue about how to take a tire off. This road wheel tire could be taken off with ease without any tools required.

[@RideWithRoy]

Thanks for highlighting this. Of course, if you wanted to spend hours and a lot of time and energy wrestling a stubborn tyre off and back on again, then I’m sure you could. Most of us want to get the job done and on the road again with intact thumbs. And Kevin probably doesn’t have a clue, which is why he invented the Tyre Glider to make a potential impossible job easy.

[@rosomak8244]

@@RideWithRoy It is not about sorrow fingers. It is about understanding how a tire and rim interact. The guy is stretching the beat of the tire to get it over the lip of the rim. Instead he should be pushing the tire together so it would rest in the middle of the rim between the lips where the rim has a smaller radius. Quite likely this will cause some damage to the tire.

[@RideWithRoy]

That’s the point of the product though. Many people don’t know how to do it the traditional way so this is a tool that makes it easy. No matter how many ‘how to’ videos are out there, many won’t learn how to do it. I must say that my experience is it causes no damage to the bead and, as importantly, very little chance of pinching the tube. We have to acknowledge that not everyone is capable of doing it the way you describe. I have witnessed a very experienced bike mechanic being defeated using fingers only, it all depends on the tyre and rim combination. One thing I would appreciate some help on is your technique for breaking away an extremely welded on bead, such as experienced with some tubeless setups. I has to resort to using a flat head screwdriver on one occasion after desperation set in. It was late at night in -4 C so I didn’t care about damaging the wheel. As far as I know there hasn’t been a tool invented for this.

[@leemorley1]

There's always one know it all in the comments, and here he is

[@RideWithRoy]

Thanks,Lee. There' will be many more than one 😀

[@alicejwho]

I think tyre glider is absolutely brilliant! I spent a whole morning trying to get my Schwalbe Marathon Plus off and back on. I tried everything i could think of, including 3 tyre levers, plastic ties and bits of string. I was that desperate. I only managed one tyre, then put the bike aside as I'd had enough. Shortly after, my friend recommended the tyre glider and when i saw Wendy using it, i thought it looked too good to be true. But...removing that remaining tyre and putting it back on, took me about 15 minutes, not a whole morning. I could have cried😂 Ive used TG many times since. It's helped me so much.

[@RideWithRoy]

And that comment alone will tell Kevin that all his hard work and investment was well worth it.

[@HDsharp]

Why dont he priced this product at a reasonable price? Charging £12 for a piece of plastic! Typical greedy ass British company! Should be around £5!!!

[@RideWithRoy]

You are an idiot, but then I’m probably not the first one to tell you that! That piece of plastic wouldn’t exist without the application of a great British mind, not to mention the large amount of his own money invested in a project that may not have worked. It’s called invention, which is something we Brits do very very well, leading most of the world. Please feel free to save the price of three cups of coffee and continue to use your tyre levers.

[@fucktheworld1207]

Yes my blue tyre hook is no good for my carbon rims... 🤷 so it's a £13 dust collector now.

[@RideWithRoy]

You should have returned it as not fit for purpose. I believe Rehook will also be stocking the wider groove version, so worth a try. Some carbon wheel users have successfully filed the groove wider and this has worked well.

[@finncarlbomholtsrensen1188]

How are we able to see if it is the new Version? Finn. Denmark

[@RideWithRoy]

@@finncarlbomholtsrensen1188 everything supplied after the date of this video are new versions. The easy way to check is that the cutout will be 5mm in the new version

[@finncarlbomholtsrensen1188]

@@RideWithRoy Thank You. Do You have an Agent in Denmark, on the cut off Continent? Finn

[@finncarlbomholtsrensen1188]

@@RideWithRoy Do You have a Dealer in Denmark, to reach out to?

[@RideWithRoy]

Hi, Finn. I don’t supply the product so the best thing is to contact Tyre Glider direct. I believe they supply direct to most of the world now through local distribution. tyreglider.co.uk

[@finncarlbomholtsrensen1188]

@@RideWithRoy I did buy a Glider directly and it seems to function fine, though I paid more in Postage than the actual price. But finding my home here on the Cut Off Continent may be difficult? I have never had a puncture on my Brompton but I think to have heard, that it may be difficult to take the tyre off? But anyway now I hope to have a weapon to persuade them to come off!! Finn