Cushcore bead dropper

[Bones]

Has anyone used this tool and is it any good?
I have rimpact inserts with a pro front and an emtb rear.
The rear is a total bitch to sort out and it's the only time in years that I have broken tyre levers.
So I'm wondering if its worth investing in this tool or try spoons like the old days

Bead Dropper - Cushcore

The Ultimate Tire Lever - The Bead Dropper tire tool significantly helps in removal and installation of Cush Core tire inserts.

cushcore.com

 

[Growmac]

Have one. It's good. If you get it then also get the tool that holds the bead in place.

 

[Alexbn921]

Best level ever made. I have 2 and you can lock each one onto the bead and work the tire onto the rim from both directions.

Speedier Tire Lever

Single lever removes/installs tires and protects knuckles from injury.

www.crankbrothers.com

 

[Bones]

Best level ever made. I have 2 and you can lock each one onto the bead and work the tire onto the rim from both directions.

Speedier Tire Lever

Single lever removes/installs tires and protects knuckles from injury.

www.crankbrothers.com

The problem I have with the insert is getting the tyre under it and into the middle of the rim. Because the insert is that tight on the rim its quite hard to get any slack on the tyre.

 

[kombos]

I like using one to push the bead inward. Can appl a lot of force easily pushing on the ball end it has.

 

[Alexbn921]

Once you have tension on the beed from both sides it will just slide under the insert. Then you move the levers to create more tension and repeat

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

highly recommended

 

[James_MTB]

I've snapped two! The warranty is great though.

I HATE installing tyre inserts on carbon rims