Joined: Aug 2014
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From: UK
Bikes: customized Dahon Helios 1x10, customized Dahon Smooth Hound 1x11, customized Dahon Hammerhead 8.0 d7, Kinesis GX Race 50(mullet setup 1x11), Forme Calver 37 (1x11), Planet X Giovanissimi 20 (1x9), Orange Zest 20 (1x9)
I went for "Yes - Different Tire front and rear, Same Width" only because I cannot fit a 2.2" front tyre otherwise, I'd go 2.2 front and 2.0 rear.
This poll got me thinking about the different setups for mountain bikes (MTBs). At one point, MTBs often had a "mullet" configuration with a 27.5" rear wheel and a 29" front wheel. In the context of gravel bikes, would there be an advantage to using either of the following setups?
- A 50-622 front tire and a 50-584 rear tire to maximize tire volume and rolling ability, while considering clearance.
- A 52-584 front tire and a 40-622 rear tire to enhance comfort while minimizing rolling resistance.
Last edited by Fentuz; 05-19-25 at 02:08 AM.