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Are 29 inch tires too big?
29ers are often better suited to taller riders. The larger 29 in. wheels affect the overall geometry of a bike frame more drastically than 27.5 in. wheels. This can make it difficult for shorter riders (especially those shorter than 5 ft.
What are the benefits of a 29 inch mountain bike?
What are the Advantages of 29er Mountain Bikes?
- Less effort to roll over obstacles.
- Lower air pressure and increase traction on trails.
- Great for taller people that have a hard time finding the right fit.
- More clearance and less chance of hitting rocks because you’re further away from the ground.
Can short people ride 29 wheels?
Can you be too short for a 29er? Firstly, as with all size bikes, there will be short people who LOVE 29ers and there will be short people who hate 29ers. Professionally, there are plenty of shorter riders (under 5’5″) who race them and do just fine.
Can you put 29 tires on a 26 bike?
Yes, it is possible to mount 29 inch (29er) wheels onto a modified full suspension 26” mountain bike frame. In addition to this, while there are many potential advantages to 29er tires as compared to smaller mountain bike tires, you may not get all of the full benefits without using a 29er frame.
What size bike should a 6 2 man ride?
Bike Size Chart/Bike Frame Size Chart
| Height | Bike Size |
|---|---|
| 5’7” to 5’11” (170-180 cm) | 16 to 17 inches |
| 6’0” to 6’2” (180-188 cm) | 17 to 19 inches |
| 6’2” to 6’4” (188-193 cm) | 19 to 21 inches |
| 6’4” or taller (193+ cm) | 21 plus inches |
Can a 5’2 person ride a 29er bike?
Some tall riders like 27.5 due to the feel while others at 5’2″ will only ride 29. Generally speaking on more XC end of things it all 29er. 29ers roll fast and can get by with a little less suspension as compared to a 27.5 Some may still choose 27.5, but that is getting more rare.
What size is a 29 inch mountain bike?
29er rims have an interior diameter of 622 millimetres (24.5 in) and the average 29″ mountain bike tire is (in ISO notation) 59-622 – corresponding to an outside diameter of about 29.15 inches (740 mm).
Can a 6 foot person ride a medium bike?
Yes you could ride a medium. You guys asking sizing questions really need to get on a bike…even if you can’t get on the exact one your going to buy, you could at least look up specs on other manufs.