Originally Posted by
BCRider
Similarly I would not suggest trying to stretch the tire with your hands and feet. Seems like a good way to kink the wire bead and that'll just produce problems. Sorry PNB, if it works for you then fine and maybe something was lost in the explanation but I wouldn't do it the way I think you're saying as it would certainly kink the wire.
If you´re strong enough to damage the tyre (which I´m not) you should even be able to mount it with your own "tools".
Again my worthless opinion.