The arguments for going to a 29er seem reasonable (rolls better, more traction vs slightly weaker, more rotational mass) Now I see there are 27.5" aka 650b bikes too. Is this just a plot to sell more product? Of course, if you're buying a new MTB, you can choose anything you want and it doesn't really make a difference. But if you already have a lot of spares, or you're looking at the used market, there is WAY more selection for 26" spares and gear. What do you ride for getting up & down the hills? Are the new sizes pure marketing BS or worth the hype? In the end, just get out there and ride what you've got!! Compared: https://staminist.com/read.php?1,42,42#msg-42 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:14:00 -0500 Phorum 5.2.19 https://staminist.com/read.php?1,42# https://staminist.com/read.php?1,42# Is 29" really too big? This was from 2012 so if "it will be decided within 5 years" we should almost be there already.
It does kind of seem like 650b is pretty popular now, maybe it does hit that sweet spot
I don't know, I'll just stick with my 26er hardtail until it breaks (probably never)
^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Cycling Forum Wed, 01 Apr 2015 12:48:46 -0500 https://staminist.com/read.php?1,42# https://staminist.com/read.php?1,42# Now I see there are 27.5" aka 650b bikes too. Is this just a plot to sell more product?
Of course, if you're buying a new MTB, you can choose anything you want and it doesn't really make a difference. But if you already have a lot of spares, or you're looking at the used market, there is WAY more selection for 26" spares and gear.
What do you ride for getting up & down the hills? Are the new sizes pure marketing BS or worth the hype?
In the end, just get out there and ride what you've got!!

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