26. Once both beads are free of the rim, use some BeadGoop on the rim and the tire bead to make the tire demounting / mounting process easy. The key to efficient tire changing is not the size of the tire irons, its all about proper technique and plenty of tire lube.

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BestRest > 19. Adjust the Plunger so it's nearly VERTICAL above the tire, and so the end of the Plunger contacts the tire about 1/2" from the rim.

BestRest > 20. Position yourself so you're facing the tire. Kneel down so the sandfoot is between your knees.

BestRest > 21. Another view showing proper position of your body. Use both hands on the end of the Lever. Use both arms to keep the Lever from twisting to the side.

BestRest > 22. The Lever should start from a 20 degree upward angle. Adjust the Plunger accordingly.

BestRest > 23. Press down on the end of the Lever SLOWLY. Don't pound on it, jump on it, or otherwise force it. Adjust the position of the Plunger if needed. It make take two or more attempts to get the bead to break.

BestRest > 24. Here we see the bead beginning to separate.

BestRest > 25. As you press down on the end of the Lever, the Plunger will depress the sidewall and the bead will break free.

BestRest > 26. Here's a closeup of the end of the Plunger, showing the bead broken free from the rim.

BestRest > 26. Once both beads are free of the rim, use some BeadGoop on the rim and the tire bead to make the tire demounting / mounting process easy. The key to efficient tire changing is not the size of the tire irons, its all about proper technique and plenty of tire lube.

26. Once both beads are free of the rim, use some BeadGoop on the rim and the tire bead to make the tire demounting / mounting process easy. The key to efficient tire changing is not the size of the tire irons, its all about proper technique and plenty of tire lube.