Benifits of a 29" wheel mountainbike???
11-29-08, 04:02 PM
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Benifits of a 29" wheel mountainbike???
Sorry if this is a noobe question but what are the benefits of a 29" wheel mountainbike??? i ride a 26" fs n wondering what difference will i see/feel with a 29"fs..
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Fits taller riders a little better. (unless you buy a 26" frame that fits properly)
More contact patch for better traction. (unless you run the appropriate 26x2.35" or wider tires)
Larger wheel reduces the tire/obstacle contact angle...smoother ride = more momentum. (unless you do the above or ride a dually)
29'ers are a fad. 29'ers are here to stay. 29'ers will fade away. 29'er wheels are weaker. 29'er wheels can be as strong as 26'ers if they're built properly.
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More contact patch for better traction. (unless you run the appropriate 26x2.35" or wider tires)
Larger wheel reduces the tire/obstacle contact angle...smoother ride = more momentum. (unless you do the above or ride a dually)
29'ers are a fad. 29'ers are here to stay. 29'ers will fade away. 29'er wheels are weaker. 29'er wheels can be as strong as 26'ers if they're built properly.
Did I miss anything?
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They sprout wings and you can glide when riding off of cliffs.
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They also have the option for biking on water. It is a secret switch inside the seatpost that can only be turned on while the bike is being ridden so it is more a reward for only the best cyclists.
