(04-29-2020, 10:20 AM)Liteitup Wrote: Yes, getting the opposite side of the tire you're working on into the drop center is what allows you to move the bead over the rim.
Thus the use of whatever blocks you have on hand to keep as much of the bead deep in the center as possible.
You've probably seen on videos, the zip tie or strap method to keep get the beads deep center on the first try. I've seen it done once on the road, and still carry a bunch of long zip ties in the emergency kit just in case my good luck of the last 35 y changes sometime, mid-trip. It makes you feel like you are not trying to wrestle the entire tire all at once. You won't need to add the zip ties once you do a few tires, but it might help you get the feel more quickly for smooth changes. (If you want to see some slick changes - watch a MotoGP tire video....)
Photo is from the Adventure Rider forum. (and for future reference, you'll note how he protects the front disks.... We don't want you making the disk replacement video.) zip tie photo link
"A good man always knows his limitations...."