Originally Posted by
chrisx
... What about full suspension and + size?
IMHO full suspension is great for down hill racing, but that's about it. The combination of the two should, in theory, provide the most cushioned ride possible.
Originally Posted by
mstateglfr
What is the reason for larger in front? I've seen a bunch of rigid frame and hardtail bikes withal fatter rear tire.
Back in the rigid mountain bike days there was a handful of riders who preferred a wider and lower pressure tire on the front for better control. I didn't subscribe to the practice, and perhaps I should have, but a 2" tire worked well enough for me.
Brad