Remove the tube, leaving the other tire bead seated in the rim. Install the tubeless valve by threading the knurled nut as tightly as it’ll go with your fingers.

Tubeless tire inserts can improve the off-road ride experience. Does a DIY insert work? Is it worth your trouble? Read on to find out.

What are some of the choices for tubeless tire inserts and are they for you? In Part One of this series, we review the Tannus Armour Tubeless gravel insert.