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Anyone do their own tires with just hand tools? I've gotta get wheels swapped on two bikes. Cycle gear does it but it's more trips to make that are out of my way. Watching some videos it looks doable with the motion pro tire levers, some rim protectors and maybe a bead-buddy. The harbor freight balancer looks like it will work as well. I figure I'm into the tools for 150$ or so and can use them for future tires as well. I know a mechanical head breaker and tire machine would be helpful but it's not something I want to find room for in the garage. I have a good solid work bench I can use with a few carpet tiles.
Anyone go this route or is it truly easier to just drop them off and pay someone? Our town recycles tires too which is a huge plus.