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Kool Stop Tire Bead Jack

The last inch of tire gets a lever of its own.

"Marathon Plus are very difficult to fit and needed a Kool Stop Tire Bead Jack to get them on. That operation was successful."
via r/bikewrench

Seats tight tires without a fight. The rigid end braces against the rim edge while the hinged end lifts the bead up and over. It is built for installing really tight tires.

Best for
A commuter fitting stiff puncture-resistant tires.
Skip it if
You need to remove tires; it is made for installing.
Manufacturer spec
Articulated tool: the rigid end braces on the rim edge while the hinged end lifts the bead over (KS-TJ).

Photo: Kool Stop

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