Also. What rim tape? I have some SL23's i struggled with as well. The rim tape that was installed was too thick. Get a thinner rim tape (Velox) and make sure the bead sits in the center of the rim (deepest section) when mounting the tires.
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Also. What rim tape? I have some SL23's i struggled with as well. The rim tape that was installed was too thick. Get a thinner rim tape (Velox) and make sure the bead sits in the center of the rim (deepest section) when mounting the tires.