Mate, that cutout part you're showing is so informative, really gives you an idea how things should line up. Very informative 👌

Bro, you are a pro rider that’s super kind and super patient! For the other 99% of us riders out there, cushcore really needs to make install easier. Everyone knows this, including CC. Maybe it’s about time they do something about it…

Kyle thank you!! Just did my first ever cushcore pro install with maxxis dhr DD and followed your guide to a T and it worked perfectly, did it all under one hour. My local shop here basically said they won't install cushcore for me because "it's too hard" and "takes too much time" so I said F them I'll learn myself. No problem at all but couldn't do it without your guidance!! Thanks a million!!!!

Kyle and April I am SO HAPPY to see you back making informative and easy to follow videos. I especially liked the cut away shots that showed how the tire moves within the rim during installation. Furthermore, as someone who struggles with installing tubeless tires, demonstrating the benefit of the Bead Bro's was a real revelation, that will save me SO MUCH aggravation! Keep up the good work! Malcolm.The.Aussie

Wow, great tutorial! I didn’t even know what a Cush core was before this and still watched all the way thru. Great pacing, beautiful shots. Im excited for the future of this channel. A comparison where April tries to guess if the cushcore is installed or not would be a fun video. Then you can do a trail test to see how much a difference having it on vs off makes!

Such an articulated explanation. Man, you are very professional. Many hours invested. The set, the lighting, and of course the content. Beautiful.

Thanks for the video, will re-watch the next time I fight with my Cushcores. Even removing them is a royal pain. About the zip-ties being wasteful, you can actually get reusable zip ties that have a little mechanism that lets you open them.

I've never used the XC version of CushCore but it looks easier than regular Cushcore. It's all about taking your time and really working on getting that bead down and under that Cushcore. Great tutorial!

Great video! Always hated to insert cushcore, with this video it made it so much smoother. Big ups!!

You’ve always been able to explain things in a simple and easy to understand way - it’s a gift 🍻

Felt my blood pressure steadily rise and then spike when the Cushcore fell out the rim. And you do this 5x faster than the average Joe

Awesome Kyle. Great to see this first video of you working in the workshop. Love your down to earth genuineness!! Workshop looks great. Content is great. Delivery is great. Good job all around! Well done 💪👌👍

Lots of good lessons about the bead in the channel here. That is the key to changing flats without tools too!

Nice. This was probably the only video of somebody doing it in the workshop/office and not worrying about getting things messy. Just shows how much you've nailed down the method. Thanks so much for the video!

I am glad to see you back and perform I get well. Praying for a complete recovery!

I spent 4hrs doing this one time. I’ve brought it to a shop every time since then. Might try again myself on my next DH bike.

if u don't have a bead buddy, a 3/16 thick rope can be pushed between the tire and rim to let it fall into the rim valley. i used this method installing Vittoria inserts and it was a life saver.

Thank you so much!!! I been doing this for about 4 hours then I watched your video it took me less than 5 mins to install one side and complete the installation in 30 Mins first time installing cush core pro.

Nice video, you have way more patience with that install than I do...lol. After hearing all the trouble folks have had with install and especially removing the Cushcore, I went with VITTORIA AIR-LINER. Very easy to install and remove tire (provided you get the correct size insert) and they have worked perfect. In fact, I was able to ride off the trail with a "flat" tire and only the insert inside.

Excellent Kyle....hope you're feling much better these days after your medical concerns.

Ha! I just installed a pair, with 27.5 plus coming next week. 1st: put it in the dryer for a 30 seconds, on medium heat. Especially if it's cloudy outside. 🤗

I had to remove mine because it was so difficult to install, this vid changed my mind! this is like one of those pro guide series! 😉 I reckon cush core should give you a big fat thank you for this 🤣

Hey Everyone! Hope this video is helpful for those who are interested in trying a cushcore or are struggling with the install process of one they already bought. We had a little bit of a short week this week which is why I (Kyle) just filmed a solo video but we have been working on a new series which will launch in two weeks in which April will learn all of the skills to build up a bike! Thanks so much for all of your support, we really appreciate you all. For those curious our first Podcast will go live on this coming Tuesday on our second channel! kzfaq.info/love/QjClS6XBlA6RzspLqT6SfQ . Hope you all have a great weekend!! Also here is a link to the cushcore xc i use on all my bikes front and rear and in all of Aprils bikes rear only. It says it goes up to a 2.4 but I have used it in many bikes with 2.6 tires with good success. jenson.sjv.io/15AKb9

Tire first seat the beads then open one side up and then shove her in wayyy easier. I have some other tricks too but…. Some of us are built different. Same technique you use for motos running a bib moose. Other than that solid advice Kyle. Love ya buddy!

That was a really great video. I’ve tried to install these before and it’s always been a total pain in the ass. After using your method I was able to take the tire off and put it back on with relative ease. Thank you so much

Well done Kyle. I'll watch this a few times before I start cussing in the garage! RIde on.

I don't use Cushcore, but even when mounting the tire - very helpful was the part where the cut tire/rim showed up and you only pressed the one bead into the rim that was actually trying to pop onto the rim . I always tried to keep both beads on the middle of the rim when installing tire, but with the Schwalbe it was always an extra struggle. Today I tried not to worry about the first bead already on the rim and press in "valley" of the rim that only second bead on what I was "working on" - I got a little extra slack, it was much easier - only one lever needed and no sweat :) Thank you.

I broke one tire lever trying put the new tire. You give the best tip ever! Thanks!

Excellent tips for those that struggle or haven't done it. I just did a couple the other day and don't have any trouble once you understand a few basic things. My number one emphasis is getting that bead tucked under and deep in the rim. I liked those green holders. I can also recommend the cush core tire Irons, work well also. I like adding the sealant just prior to popping on that last bead but agree with your point on can be messy if you errored. Great job.

Brilliant. I have that trash can but never used it for tire mounts.

Great video. But the install is one of several reasons why I love Tannus inserts. So much lighter and so much easier to install.

I don't do mountain bike, but just passing by to see how you're doing from Canada. Very professional video. Glad to see you're doing better.

This was the best tutorial for tubeless tire installs. Cush core notwithstanding. Thank you so much!

Thanks for the tips and suggestions! It worked perfectly. Funny enough my front tire took the longest because I couldn’t line the stem and logo up perfectly. But once that finally lined up, everything popped into place. The bead buddy is definitely a MIST have. It’s such a simple yet helpful tool.

Thank you for the Video Brother, I needed to see this because I'm about to add Cushcore to the Wheels........🤝🏾🇺🇸💪🏾👍🏾

Great video tutorial on this. After countless struggles decided to try Panzer inserts. Waaay easier and so far I really like how they perform. Just letting folks know about a lesser known option🙂

Quality buddy wish I would have seen this before my 3 hour attempt

I've had the sealant for month's, time to give it a go

Great video. Everyone has an approach that works for them. Me personally, I use a couple tricks. Rim tape, smooth and bead to bead. I use 35mm tape on a 32mm ID rim. Next I mount the tire and set both sides and inflate. Remove one side of the tire. Stretch the Cushcore out using my knees and feet and hands. A warm CushCore is better. Put the cushcore on the rim, inside the tire. Use a small amount of soapy water if the tire is new and just install the second bead by pushing the bead deep into the spoke well. I can usually do these without levers, depending on the rim and tire. By installing the tire and seating a bead first it makes the install WAY easier. JMO. Thanks for the vid!

Great DIY video. I can almost hear April in the background saying "you make it look so easy" THANKS

Nice video. I liked those cross sections. I've ran Cushcore for 2 years and was happy with it. I am not using it anymore, though. With my RA, it is next to impossible to install them myself. I cannot get them off either. Just hurts my hands too much. It is a good product and wish I could keep using it. I sent a message to the company about my condition and how Cushcore helps me ride. The developer of Cushcore got a hold of me and gave me a very nice message about how he was happy his product was helping me. He sent me some swag, which he didn't have to do.

Looooooove CushCores, haaaaaaaate installing them 😅 Thanks for the helpful tips!

Thanks man! After I broke one of my favorite tyre levers I saw your tip for pushing the bead under the cushcore with fingers and it worked right away.

This video is probably the best one I’ve seen for installing Kush by the fact that cush does not include the necessary tools to make a smooth process makes me very jaded and I’m gonna pull them out of my tires

Needed that tutorial!!! I don't have cush core, but since I'm starting to ride trails with more rocks and roots, I've ordered some. I hope it's easy as your install.

I've used Cushcore for a few years now and love it. Haven't used the BeadBro's, but have used their phat tire lever which really helps. I do find that spraying some soapy water around the edge of the cushcore and bead really helps to slide the tire down into the center channel.

If you get the chance, try the install of a plus tire. The 3" x 27.5" install had me getting the inside wall against the rim tape to be able to air up. Thanks for the video!

Bro you can hook the schwal-buh levers over your rim On the other side of the spoon is the clip part it you push it in and it hooks into the rim It works freakishly good and i tested it on some really freaking tight japanese tires

great job showing the cross section to illustrate what's going on inside!

I find it much easier to do one side of the tire first, then insert, then the other side of the tire. That way you never push out the insert which can be a pain. I find it easy to get the insert seat if I push my knees on the rim on the bottom part and use both hands to get the insert all the way up and end at the top. I hope it makes sense. Did a set of super gravity today and man these are pretty rigid. I wish I had seen your tip about the sun, that would have helped me a bit I think. Also, this made me consider getting some of those bead bros...

Awesome, professional video. Loved the cutaway shots to the cross sections of the tyre and rim so that one can see what actually happens when the tyre is being inserted. Keep up the amazing work. Glad to see you are back and fully recovered.

I still run tubes but I still learned a lot. Thanks Kyle!

Ive put my tire on backwards before. After I fixed it I messed up my rim tape and had to do it again. It was a great learning experience.

Great instructional video. I’ve never observed a MTB tire installed without a curse word uttered.

Lining up the logos is good for diagnosis too! Like you sprung a leak and took the tire off to check it. Now is the leak from a dent in a rim or is there a tear in the tire you can't see right away? If the logos are matched, you can re-produce your setup and figure out what exactly happened.

I use Tannus and the process is very similar. Getting that bead to the center is incredibly important. I don't have a bead bro, but what I do is tuck the tire under the insert then use clamps to pinch it in place. Works just like an extra pair of hands. Installing inserts has been a learning experience but the ride quality is top notch. Would recommend using inserts for sure. Got them in both my hardtail and full sus.

I learned some tire installation tips I've never heard before I watched this video, and I've put on quite a bit of 'em. Very nice video. One thing that helps me know if I've installed the tire in the correct rotational direction, is studying the knobs. Some tires have knobs that point in the direction of forward rotation, and so if you have the tire installed correctly, the knobs should be pointing forward. If they're pointing towards the back of the bike, you need to take the tire off and flip it around lol. When the bike is upside down, the direction is actually the opposite, which can be tricky (and why I prefer changing a tire either in a bike stand or the bike rightside up).

Me halfway thru the video: "Yeah I'll just have my mechanic do this for me." 😁 Great video though.

I wish the best for you.Greedings from Greece.

best piece of advice was to push the bead to the "middle channel" to get more space. Installed my first cushcore insert in less than 10min over the weekend using this approach

I would normally not watch this unless I had to fix a tire. But this was entertaining and educational.

Thanks for the awesome instructional. I appreciated the cutout and the lists at the end. Very well organized.

I didn’t know that the helper clamps even existed I have Cush but the fact that I just found out that they could’ve made it easier for me to install I’m gonna remove them cut them up and throw them in the trash

You guys have made me such a better rider with your tutorials, and now a better mechanic! I have to ask, do you personally use cushcore? I have never heard of them until now! Thanks, and I'm happy you guys have your dream setup! Totally takes your channel to another level -hope it pays off ^^

Excellent vid. Having such a clean orderly shop must be wonderful. One problem though. No cussing. LOL.

Outstanding!!! Thank you.

Nice job! I just put a Cush core pro on with some downhill casing continentals yesterday and my hands are beat up!! Putting a XC on the front with when the new front wheel arrives on Tuesday!

Very helpful! Nice footage of Ashland thrown in there at the end ;)

Bro,I'm not the best MTB mechanic but I still think you made hard work of that🤔👍

The shop/studio is so beautiful! Thx for a great install video.

Kyle, thank you for this video, this gave me the confidence to do it myself and it went fairly smoothly. Definitely earned my subscription as well, great content!

At least you haven't got to worry about pinching the inner tube (being tubeless). As a kid, apart from straining ridiculously with the tyre leavers, finding the thing was then flat again due to my ineptitude was a frequent downer. The reviews on these things are good. Again, thanks for the tips (those bead clamps look good).

I use sealant instead of soapy water to help get the tire on. It stays slick long enough and then helps it seal

Cushcore is a pain in the rear!!! Since I starting using the Vittoria Airliner life is easier and it is actually a better product, with the Vittoria you can even pedal the bike back to the car, pretty much all the guys I ride with went the Vittoria way. Thanks for the tutorial!!

Nice video. I have been tempted to run CC. But sadly my time is limited and I would rather spend the time riding. But looks pretty easy, maybe I’ll give it a go.

I spray tire and cushcore with Simple Green, makes them slippery and slick. Usually can have a tire on in 5-10 minutes .

1st Time I did cushcore I Just did it the Cave man way sweating Buckets and Bloody fingers lol now I use Tire levers now.. good Video man I will Have to Get me some Bead Bros and also try 3 Tire Levers you did that Nice and Easy.. Oh and Remember every One zip ties Can be Reusable if you Get a Razor blade use the sharp corner to Lift the Plastic Tab with Blade Between tab and Notches slid it Back open. just don't cut your self. also the plastic tab may Weaken over time if reused to many times..

Good tips. Bead tool worth the money

Check out Rockstop rim protectors. It's made from much higher quality mould injected elastomer that lasts much longer and doesn't absorb sealant. Also doesn't require special valves because of the open design and allows sealant to flow freely within the tire. Also doesn't give tires that "dead" or damped feeling.

….or….now hear me out here… grow to be 6’5” and 330lbs and just pop it on with your bare hands without any tools😂

Great to see the new workshop and appreciate the tip on ending at the valve, that was previously where I started. Bead Bros on the shopping list. We also run Super G Schwalbe tires. Am still not looking forward to this job on my sons DH bike, but I now have all the knowledge. Thanks Kyle

i love those tire levers, the back works as a bead bro

Excellent video! I've used this technique on other inserts as well with a variation: Using those exact tire levers instead of the Bead Bro tools. The clip side does the same thing, albeit not quite as well. If I use 3-4 of those levers to push/hold the tire in the center rim channel, I've found it gives me the slack I need.

I made it 5:59 into the video before I had PTSD from when I had Cushcore and hod to stop watching. 😆

Thanks Kyle - very helpful!

I’m so glad you made this video!!

I really think the new workshop looks great!

Legit cross section for true understanding. Well done!!!

Awesome!! Kyle, you are such a kind person. The time you take to explain something in a way that is very easily understood but not dull at all, it's just perfect. Keep it up, camera angles were also great and it looks really sweet in the new workshop. Maybe as a improvement: would be nice if you would link in the video to the manufacturer tool site. Some tools you show are very convenient and first thing I think is : okay, where can I get these??

I got cushcore installs down to a science now. Took me about 3 practice tries, 0 tools. You have to man handle and tuck them and the sidewalls. Then again, I have a pretty strong grip, hands and fingers due to my line of work. Pinch, tuck and counter on the other side and the cushcore/tires never come off. The last portion, I hold on to bead that is on and stretch, pull and roll the bead that needs to be sat, all while I keep the sat on bead in center of wheel(the channel) with my palms and thumbs. I do this on DD and DH casings on maxxis tires. Good luck.

I need those bead bros. Super helpful tutorial, Kyle!

Any tips for us PNW folks that have moss growing on our backs because the sun never comes out?🤣🤣 Great video.

i recently bought my first sealant injector and went with one that was $10 including a valve core remover. i don't run anything inside my tires so got one that can actually insert all the way through the valve stem rather than screwing on and pushing sealant through the stem. seems cleaner to me especially with the twist valve on the syringe to help keep sealant from leaking when i go from the bottle to the bike.

Triple lever elbow shuffle FTW! I'll be using that even without Cushcore.

I have installed CushCore Pro easily with just my hands and smal tire levers, it is easy when you understand how give more room/slack for your tire. Bind of your tire have to be closer to center of the rim it is easiest position

I've gotten very proficient changing tires with chshcore, I have to suggest getting the cushcore bead dropper tire lever. It has a huge handle on it and makes it easy to push the bead into the channel. Also, the plastic trash can is a must have.

Very well done. Sound and lighting are good to go, new shop is almost as nice as that awesome looking stool under the bench. Lovin it! Cool to see the Niner ebike. I ride a Dengfu E06 Carbon Frame fat tire, full suspension ebike. I wish I could use Crushcore in my wheels, but Cc does not make a insert for my 100mm carbon wheels. I run my wheels tubeless, so a insert would be nice, but I cannot find a set big enough that is for tubeless. Kyle you are looking healthier every video.

bead bros also works great with the regular tires

great work as always. Have been considering running inserts for multiple reasons. feel cushcore offers the best rim protection so may be worth the more difficult install compared to alternative brand products . This video was so helpful in part b/c of explaining not only the how but the why to help us understand the how better.

Hey guys, I've got a question. I see you're using th XC cush core I use 2.6 tires , my question is can I use the XC with those tires or will I need the go to the regular cush core. Love the content and so glad that you are back and healthy again! Love you too April!