I have an old Hardrock and want to upgrade it to an 8 speed and therefore looking at a new rear wheel. The current wheel measures at 28mm outer width. When I look at Amazon, I see several 25mm (1 inch) and quite a few more 1.5 inch wheels, but no 28mm. Any recommendations on going with the 1 inch vs 1.5 inch with the new wheel? I have plenty of clearance on the caliper brakes to accommodate a wider wheel. I am running 26 x 1.95 tires, I assume they will fit either. Any difference in the ride characteristics?
Thanks in advance.
Jon