The tire bead is an essential component of any tire, and any damage to it could be a one-way ticket to needing new tires. Here's how to keep it safe.

Demounting, mounting and inflating tires may seem to be essential for shops performing tire services, but when NOT performed properly, those basic skills can cause the most grief. When those gorgeous ...

The tires feature polyester/fiberglass belting and radial construction for a smooth comfortable ride, a rim flange protector to protect wheels from curb damage, and a directional tread pattern ...

POP!” as the beads seat. 9. Install the stem core and re-inflate the tire to its max pressure. Assuming you followed all of these steps correctly, your wheel and tire are now ready for balancing.

(Ed. note: this original review was for the non-carbon bead Hutchinson Bulldog version introduced in 2007. Our update at the bottom includes impressions from the carbon bead Hutchinson Bulldog ...