> YThis would squeeze the circumference inwards and push the beads outwards
so
> they would seal on the rim well enough to put pressure in the tyre and
seat
> it on the rim.
> The same thing could probably be done with a short tow strap and a spanish
> windlass.
>
There is also a device that looks like a big black rubber donut. Its about
4-6 inches thick and around 13" in diameter. They stretch to fit over
larger rimes. Soak it in tire lube and slip on the rim after the tire is
on. This donut fills the space between the rim and tire and sometimes holds
the air back as you inflate. As the tire inflates, the donut pops off.
WHen it works, it works great. But most of the time starter fluid or a
ratchet strap work better. Ratchet strap is of course the safest method,
and can be done on the trail.
Pete
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