Originally Posted by
kevbo
Also, with normally only a 20" front wheel, curbs, potholes and suchlike are more of a factor for the smaller wheel...much as even a small stone can stop a skateboard wheel. If building for rough roads, I would consider taking an unconventional route, and using a 26" front wheel...it makes the bike only a few cm longer for a given box size. .
any thoughts on the reason for 20" front wheels? Is it for better sight to what the front wheel is about to hit?