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I had an epic struggle fitting tubs for the first time last night. First of all I didnt realise just how physical I'd have to get just stretching them on once they were glued (even after having them on the rims for a few days). Then the inner bit of a flimsy Topeak valve extender got dropped inside the 50mm rim so I spent over an hour turning and shaking the wheel and prodding around inside with a pair of tweezers to get it out – like a very expensive children's puzzle.
So one tub's fitted (only slightly wonky). The other I'll do tonight after I've visited [pricey central London bike shop] for a Continental extender