Originally Posted by
Retro Grouch
I think that it's actually a little easier if you start opposite the valve and work toward it. The inner tube is a bit thicker at the valve stem and keeps the tire from settling in quite so deeply.
Yes, I had heard this also, and have been with friends that change flats this way for the same reason. I think I've just always ended opposite the valve because I didn't want to mess w/ it in the grand scheme of things... I'm gonna try it the next time I get a flat.