I currently ride 29 wheels with 2.2 tires. Would it benefit me overall if I change my wheels to 27.5 wheels with 2.4 tires? I think it would be better in terms of acceleration and easier to move around than the 29ers.
For reference I am 5’7. Gear ratio is 34 x 19. The trails I ride are mostly rolling
by siyanawa
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26 x 3 master race
Just kidding, but I do find smaller wheels do turn over faster. When I had a 26″ on the rear instead of the 700c of my bike, it definitely accelerated quicker, but I don’t know if a 27.5 is as much of a difference from a 29 to notice similar
If it’s cost effective, give it a shot. Buy a cheap one on marketplace/local classifieds to test it out; sell it if you don’t think it works
I prefer my 27.5 wheelset to the 29er set I have. I think the 27.5 is more fun, more maneuverable and more comfortable. I think the 29er wheels are a little faster in a straight line.
I like wider tires (2.6) on the 27.5 (36mm internal width) too. They take a little more of the edge off the rough stuff.
Keep in mind your bottom bracket will be lower with the 27.5 wheelset and that could cause some pedal strikes.
whats that crankset? looks neat