A bigger wheel is a faster wheel.
Small frame 29er mountain bike.
You ll definitely enjoy a more natural riding position with the size and frame geometry of a 29er.
29ers once reserved for taller riders and cross country racing have since evolved to fit smaller frames while 27 5 mountain bikes have never looked.
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Not long ago mountain bikers didn t have a choice when it came to wheel sizes 26 inches was pretty much the only option.
Mountain bikes with 29 inch wheels or 29ers have become increasingly popular with off road cyclists.
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The 29 inch wheel is larger and heavier making it slower to accelerate yet offering the best momentum.
But once 29 and 27 5 inch wheels hit the market the debate amongst bikers took off and has continued ever since.
For this reason 27 5 wheels remain the more popular choice on longer travel mountain bikes such as those for enduro all mountain and downhill along with smaller sized trail and cross country mountain bikes.
Frames and suspensions are designed to accommodate a bike s wheel size.
More momentum more stability better traction.
If you are under 5 6 tall a 26 inch mountain bike is still likely to be a better fit.
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29in also known as 29er s provide even greater roll over ability if you are tackling technical terrain along with increased rolling.
29ers with their larger 29 mountain bike wheels deliver big performance benefits.