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.
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Just put a PRO 3 on a Velocity Deep V rim today. No tools, no problem.
Working back to the valve stem you'll find the valve stem helps keep the tube in place and greatly reduces the chance of pinching as you roll that last few inches of tire over the rim.