Originally Posted by crank_addict

+1
I did the exact experiment with the same frame. Exact conclusion -brought my mind and body back to earth. What was I thinking?!

Today's 29er hardtail with 1x11 and micro chainring are a BLAST! Taking it further, I've also swapped off-road tires to Hookworm semi slicks. The 29er hardtail with hyd. disc are truly versatile.