Wendy versus The Tyre Glider
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- čas přidán 3. 02. 2022
- Wendy always calls her husband out if she punctures when riding alone, or relies on a ride partner. So would the newly invented Tyre Glider help her? Having suffered two broken wrists in the past five years, would she even have the strength to use it? Would this provide her with an increased level of security or would it beat her? Will the tyre glider provide more independence to female cyclists?
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I bought a pair of these, to have a backup since you only need one. Once I received them (in the US), I tried on my rims with Continental Gatorskins, which are notoriously hard to mount. it worked perfectly, with no additional lubrication. I'm sold!
Thanks Roy, just ordered two.👍
Cracking video with Wendy trying this tool. She did a cracking job demonstrating how to use it, so as a result I've ordered a couple !!!
Thanks Roy I have bought one but I'm a visual person, so found this vid just the job. Cheers
I saw these mentioned in a FB group recently and was half decided to get one, now I've seen your video I'm definitely getting one. And also now a subscriber
Thanks, Geraint, you won’t be disappointed. The only issue is with the thicker rims of carbon wheels, although a version for these is currently in design. Thanks for subscribing - much appreciated.
A true consumer test. Like a number of your followers I purchased a tyre glider after your first review. A great UK 🇬🇧 product and a very effective one.
Thank you for bringing tyre glider to the wider cycling community 👏 ( a Northumberland chap here!)
Thanks, Graham. I’m honoured that Kevin chose me to be the first to review it. I don’t think he realised how big it was going to be. This review with Wendy was interesting as it demonstrated that finesse and technique are all that’s needed.
@@RideWithRoy Hello Roy, Ive just watched the Rehook vlog. Kevin has the opportunity to really make a difference with Tyre Glider and other bike products. It's astonishing how a thorough and insightful review can lead to " take off" and that in one way was through your good self Roy. I'll be watching from afar in North east England here. In the meantime happy cycling and keep up your excellent work.👏🙋♂️🚵♂️
Thanks so much for this. It took me a whole afternoon to get my new Schwalbe tyres on...literally. Then a friend recommended the glider and your video. Same job just took me minutes!
My work is done, Alice 🙂 I’ve just heard that the inventor, Kevin, has been nominated for an innovation award.
Thank You Roy for posting this video and to Wendy for demonstrating the Tyre Glider. I purchased the Tyre Glider after watching this video. A brilliant little tool that does exactly what it says. Getting a puncture was always a concern as I was unable to remove tyres or refit them with tyre levers. I can now remove and refit tyres on both my road bike and hybrid. It does take a bit of effort but gets easier with a bit of practice.
That’s great to hear, Teresa, so thanks for commenting. But I hope your punctures will be few 🤞😀
Just had delivery of three tyre gliders. After one test run to see how the tool works it took me 24 seconds to remove the front tyre and about the same time to replace it. I used a tiny bit of washing up liquid on the rim. Brilliant!
We want this device overseas asap. Good Job Wendy!!! Regards from Barcelona!!!
Whilst it was easy off, I nipped a new innertube gliding the tyre back on. 😠
I’ll always endeavour (if the tyre & rim combo allows) to put the tyre back on by hand, even though it can be a pain.
Well done for explaining the nipping together of the tyre OPPOSITE the glider & the tight bit….same technique when using no tools to put the tyre on.
Great video, thanks
Thanks, Mark, that’s quite unusual but no less annoying.
What a super little video; so helpful. And Wendy is a rather nice lady, isn't she? Thank you, (and thank Wendy for me.)
Thank you. She sees these comments so you’ve told her yourself 🙂
Thank you
Wendy did well on her first attempt , I have used mine a few times now and it becomes easier . I purchased mine after watching your vid and now it’s in my tool kit 🚴🏻♂️👍 atb Dave
It was her second attempt, Dave, as I gave her the basics before filming. As you say, it gets easier with practice.it’s in my toolkit too, as I’d never live it down if caught without it 😀
What a brilliant tool Roy! Thankyou Wendy! for you Demonstation!
Great video need to try mine, but still not enough time off to test it out.
Switched over to tubeless last weekend so hopefully won't need to use this. But I did use it to take tubes of out and then put the tyres back on. I found it difficult to get the tyre off as found it pretty hard to get it moving. I had to push the opposite side into the groove just to get it going when getting it off. But once you learn these little things it's a great tool.
I think its It's probably harder for those used to tyres levers as it's a completely different technique. I've also gone tubeless on my new build and they went on easily with just thumbs.
@@RideWithRoy Maybe I am just weak or inexperienced but there was no way I was getting mine on with just my hands. I have some Schwalbe G-One Allround tyres at 40mm on some Mavik allroad rims. There's plenty of things I've learnt that would make it a lot easier next time. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on your new bike. Loving my titanium bike and I am sure you will love yours.
Mine tyres are the same as yours, Rob. I think the wheel make a huge difference. I could believe how easily they slipped onto the to the fulcrums. And they inflated with a standard track pump.
Great video. I recently used the Glider on a Challenge tyre which are notoriously difficult. It worked like a third hand. Plus I used talc. My hope is the talc remains so that in the field it lubricates. That's my thesis / suggestion!
Great idea, Simon, and easy to carry.
I hope you have shares in the company Roy. I’ve bought one for me and 2 more for my mates. Excellent bit of kit.
I wish I did and then I could retire Oh, I am retired 🙂 Joking apart, absolutely no connection with TG, I just wanted to make the world aware of this major innovation. A few people say they have broken theirs, so I made this video with Wendy to show that even a weak wristed female, who shies away from tyre changes, can do it.
Wow! I'm impressed! Love my Marathon Plus tyres. Don't enjoy the blood, sweat and tears when replacing them on the rim though!🤣
Works great after some practice. I didn't like it at first. Like Wendy said it does hurt the hand a bit so finding a position to push and have it not hurt took a few tries and I'm sure gloves are a great idea. 👍 cheers
That’s good to hear. My first impression was one of bewilderment as I couldn’t see how to use it. Let’s hope we don’t have too many opportunities to use it.
Well done Wendy 👍🏻 Thinking of investing for Tim and I 🙌🏻🚴♀️🚴🏼♂️
I have arthritis in my fingers and I find the Tyre Glider absolutely brilliant although I do find I need one tyre leaver to help get it started when taking off the tyre.
That’s good to hear. I too found getting it started a problem on some tyres. Apart from making sure the tyre is fully released from the rim all round, the technique Kevin demonstrates in this video works for me every time. Don't do this to your carbon rims - Tyre Glider does it again!
czcams.com/video/nQ3Lxm0-oKc/video.html
Good job Wendy!
my friend and I just watched this and we both think wendy is awesome
when I first watched video I thought its' some sponsored piece of crap from aliexpress or elsewhere - but when I tried it on my RC120 which I wasted on 5 hours without success - oh boy, 20 minutes and inner tube was replaced with tyre being back in place - truly life changing piece of plastic
Thanks, Yaqoub. Those Triban wheels are certainly a challenge, especially with a tight tyre. I do get asked to review lots of crap but steer well clear. Some time ago I took the decision to only review innovative cycling products, of which the Tyre Glider is right up there. There will be some news from the inventor, Kevin, in an upcoming video. Here’s hoping you don’t need to use the TG very often 🙂
Please note that this model is not suitable for thicker rims, such as found on some carbon wheels. This is because the groove in the tool isn’t wide enough. A new wider groove version for use with these rims is in the process of development.
what thicker rims are these not compatible with.
Usually some carbon rims but a new wider gap version is in progress.
@@RideWithRoy thanks a lot sir :)
How about on a thicker mountain bike off road tyre?
Wendy was not in competition with the Tyre Glider but she demonstrated mastery. Everyone should be self sufficient.
Schwalbe Durano Plus tryes on my DT SWISS p1800 Spline wheels would be interesting with the glider 🤔
Need to start shipping these across the pond 👍
Last time I spoke to the inventor he was working on a US distribution deal, so hopefully not long now 🇺🇸👍
Best Little Tool i have bought 😎😎
I used tyre glider yesterday and will play all videos to see if I used it correctly. A friend used his tyre levers to start so I only used it to pop the final bit of tyre on.
The one with Wendy using it is better as it explains how to manipulate the tyre to ease fitting.
@@RideWithRoy a good video. As a working engineer most of my life " if all else fails, read the instructions". In this case look at the videos.
Very much so. When I made the first video I didn’t have much idea. But after listening to people and watching Kevin’s ‘tight tyres’ video I was able to help Wendy make a good job of it.
@@RideWithRoy Im going to have a practice with the tyre glider. My first try , I was told by one ex engineer I was doing it wrong. Second ex eng could see how it worked so stuck with levers.
Finally was asked to pop the tyre over the bead and tyre glider did help .
This was to help a lady with a puncture, no pump, no spare tube . No puncture kit. 5 miles to push.
Slime tube had coated all over with slime so I don't think a patch was likely to stick. It didn't.
Yes, practise is essential, especially for ex engineers 😀
Well done Wendy
We’ll done Wendy! It’s hard giving instructions isn’t it @Ride with Roy? I can tell you even a group of 9 year olds can be confused by me LOL!
Well I knew what I meant, Neil😂
Ahhhh I guessed I wasn’t the easiest pupil!
Can you show how to fix punctures ? The patch always gets out for me. ..
I can never get on with the pre glued patches. I always carry a spare tube and then mend when I get home, using patches and adhesive. This video is a good tutorial and the way I repair. czcams.com/video/Q2sKMqB9QCg/video.html
I bought one following the review, and clearly it's not designed for carbon rims, firstly, the tool end is not thin enough to hook under the tyre to remove this and secondly; the tool will not sit over the rim to re-apply the tyre, so my guess this is for mainly alloy rims and wider tyres; shame really has the product looks good and by the way, your demos are excellent Roy.
Thanks Graeme. I don’t have carbon rims so couldn’t try it on that type, Some people have reported that they are having problems using it on carbon rims, so the inventor, Kevin, is looking into tooling to make a carbon suitable product. Kevin is a really decent chap who will want you to be happy so I suggest dropping him a note.
She struggled a bit there putting it on. And thats when mine broke this week that grove on the tyre glyder was really tight and broke on my rim. I bought 2 last week and when i tryed it on broke as that grove seemed too tight to fit on the edge of the rim and it broke off
When she got stuck, that’s where a stronger person would have broken it. As you saw, by easing the tyre back into the well of the wheel, opposite the tool, to creat some slack, it just slid on with ease. I can’t comment of the groove being tight. Could it be that your rim is a bit wider than some?
@@RideWithRoy thats probably the issue some rim sides may be thicker. If the grove was a little wider maybe it wouldnt have broke. Shame as it would probably be easier to push around the wheel
I had the sane issue, tool snapped at the rim interface. Kevin from the company lives near me and says he'll send a replacement. Also this tool won't fit on some of my carbon rims as they are too thick for the tool groove. Kevin also said he's thinking of modifying design to correct this.
Thanks, Paul. I also spoke to Kevin about this and he confirmed that he is, indeed, looking at tooling requirements.
does it work on different rim sizes, and is it left hand friendly?
Yes, the latest version has a wider groove that will accommodate most rim thicknesses, including carbon. There isn’t a specific left handed version yet, but the inventor is left handed, so he understands the problems. I have spoken to left handed users who find they have no problem using the tool left handed, by either pulling with their left or pushing with their right. I’m right handed and have tried using my left and, while not perfect, is still possible. This is an update on the current wider groove version Don't do this to your carbon rims - Tyre Glider does it again!
czcams.com/video/nQ3Lxm0-oKc/video.html
I took a chance and bought one. I feel people should be aware of some points. At 3" (7.5cm) it is small and tricky to grip, the surface finish is slippery and difficult to grip with a bare hand but OK with a glove on. The CZcams videos Roy provides are useful instruction as those on the packaging are very poor. It does work but the Crank Brothers tyre lever is more robust, provides far more grip and has worked using the exact same principle for years. In my experience pushing the valve up into the tube first is good practice and I wouldn't use the Tyre Glider to do this.
I suspect the plastic is a bit brittle.
Thanks, Paul. As with most things these days, I think the idea is that the very good video instructions provided on the Tyre Glider website be referred to. I haven’t seen the packaging but I understand there is a QR code link to the website. I think your suggestion about gloves is a good one, especially if out in the cold and wet. Most of us would be wearing gloves in those condition in any case. The fact that it’s small is a big plus for me, as it’s ideal for a jersey pocket. I must take a look at the Crank Bros tool as I’ve not come across it.
@@RideWithRoy thank you for these videos. I must mention that I bought one as well but it didn't fit one of my rims. The clearance that clips to the rim wasn't wide enough. It did fit on another one. They need to point this out so people know it doesn't work on all rims
I've used the Crank Bros for years. Works every time, $6, no issues.
I’ll make sure he sees this, Thanks👍
Well as they say, if it ain’t broke don’t fix it 👍I haven’t tried the Crank Bros tool so must give it a go.
Out on a ride without any lubricant? Madness!
Looks good but I'm not sure it would save me any time really.
If it ain’t broke don’t fix it, Michael 🙂
Is it really a better tool than the Crankbrothers lever ? It seems quite similar .
I’m not familiar with that one, so maybe someone else will comment.
Similar in concept but not in design, addressing the problem from a different angle allowing more leverage by using body weight rather than arm strength. It’s also more compact.
@@huwbaker8088 You are right.
They need to release a new version for thicker carbon wheels as the notch is not bigger enough for all wheels.
Absolutely correct, Tony. This is already in process and I’ll let everyone know when it’s available. You’ll notice that I’ve added a pinned comment to this effect so that potential purchasers are aware. In the meantime, Kevin has been refunding where this has been a problem.
Off topic. Do you or Wendy have kickstands on your bikes? My Ribble is still months away due to supplier problems but I would find it useful.
No, Keith, we don’t, but know people who do. We manage without them and they will add a little weight. However, if that’s not an issue they do make parking easier.
I am thinking of putting a kick stand on my Ribble as the paint work seems to chip super easy if you lean it against a post.
@@wendysheehan2413 A friend is getting one and are fairly sure they can fit it next to their rear brake rotor.
Some rear brakes have the pads in an awkward position.
I can't see from pictures the Al e and Ribble doesn't answer.
The rear brakes on the CGR Al e are inboard of the frame, Keith, if that helps. Also, if you buy from Amazon you can easily return if not suitable.
@@RideWithRoy weight is one reason and getting in the way is another why I haven't ever fitted one.
However fitting close to the rear hub and accepting the weight penalty is swaying me.
Present bike is about 15kg. Chain ring, cassette, cables need replacing and probably most other things. Chains wearing quickly. Probably best buy a new bike. Ribble on order.
Water with dish soap work works for a tire lubricant. Maybe using water from your water bottle would help, if neede out on the road. As for my opinion, I think all cyclist should learn how to maintain their bicycle, at least the basics.
You probably won’t be surprised that most cyclists joining our guided rides don’t even have a puncture kit. And when I ask them ‘what will you do if you puncture’ they either shrug or say ‘you’ll fix it won’t you?’ 🙂
Lol get the spoons 🥄 out
I used all my spoons up when I did the Uri Geller course.
Road tire is one thing but a mtb tire is another story...
Depends on the tyre and wheel. No problem with my MTB tyres, but I can manage these with fingers only.
Break bead ALL THE WAY DOWN on both sides 1st. Then you wont struggle.
Nice demo.. but for really troublesome rim tyre combos.. you need a lot of strength… if it gets stuck.. undo it all and try from a different point
It’s a nice little tool, it won’t replace the tyre lever, both are useful for changing tyres.. I personally carry both on a long ride given they are soo light
Groove didn’t fit my rim. Wasted money.
Not wasted at all. If you contact Kevin at Tyre Glider he will refund you. The groove is too narrow for some carbon rims but he is currently developing a version that will work. I had posted a pinned comment to this effect to help people avoid this problem.
@@RideWithRoy Not worth the hassle for the price. Just gave them to someone on metal rims. I am looking forward to the wider groove that will fit my FLO AS Carbon rims. The concept seems great. Just probably should have a disclaimer on the Amazon version of the store pretty visible.
Understood. I’ll be announcing the new one here as soon as it’s released, which should be soon. Some users have filed the groove a little wider, which does work, but, of course, you shouldn’t need to do that.