The CushCore Bead Bro is a tire installation tool that holds the bead down in the rim channel so both hands are free to finish mounting the tire.

What it's for

Tight tires, and tires with inserts, are hard to mount because the bead you already pushed into the rim channel climbs back out while you work around the wheel. The Bead Bro holds that section in place. CushCore describes it as having a third hand.

How it works

Rubber bumper: Presses the bead against the rim and locks it in the channel. The rubber contact will not scratch or damage the rim.

Spoke holder channels: The tool hooks onto a spoke. Several channel positions let you set it for your rim width.

Compatibility

• Fits: Rims up to 40 mm wide
• Rim material: Carbon and alloy
• Works with: Tires with or without CushCore inserts

You will also need

• Tire lever: CushCore recommends its Bead Dropper lever for installing and removing tires with inserts