What is the difference between 27.5" and 29"?
An inch and a half is enough to make a big difference and can directly affect your decision to buy a mountain bike. What is the difference between the two and how to choose?
27.5-inch mountain bike wheels:
Faster response speed
Smaller wheels are generally lighter, stiffer, and stronger
A good choice for shorter riders
Suitable for: Riders who like tricks, maneuverable styles. Not so demanding on speed. Riders who are good at jumps, free riding terrain or bike parks.
29-inch mountain bike wheels:
Easier to roll over rough terrain and obstacles
Popular in cross-country, enduro and even downhill competitions
A good choice for tall riders
Suitable for: Want to maximize uphill and downhill speed for competition.
As far as the current trend is concerned, 29 tires are more popular, and in various competitions, 29-inch wheels have won more races to prove its correctness. 29-inch wheels are not suitable for every rider and application, and there are still many people who prefer to use smaller wheels. Many big manufacturers still choose to launch 29 wheels while ensuring that there is at least one 27.5 wheel. |
