Duane_Bosch Posted November 8, 2016 Posted November 8, 2016 Ignore Duane and that pro racer dude: Yes. Ignore the people who have ACTUALLY ridden both wheel sizes.
Mawbs Posted November 8, 2016 Author Posted November 8, 2016 i have watched both those vids and exactly why i asked the questions. i also was worried about tyre roll but then i only weigh 65kg so it might be minimal even at low pressure
Odinson Posted November 8, 2016 Posted November 8, 2016 i have watched both those vids and exactly why i asked the questions. i also was worried about tyre roll but then i only weigh 65kg so it might be minimal even at low pressure It's all about what you want out of the bike. The plus tyre revolution is still ongoing and there isn't much consensus yet about what the appropriate tyre widths and so on are. Maybe your best bet would be a 29er that can accomodate 650B+, if you don't want to go all in with plus. Find one to test ride, if you can. Personally, I think 2.6" to 2.8" wide tyres on 35mm+ ID rims are the sweet spot for plus and it seems to be the direction that the tyre manufacturers are also heading in. Tyre roll will depend on a combination of carcass type, rim width, pressure and so on.
the nerd Posted November 8, 2016 Posted November 8, 2016 I have both, 29er and 27.5+. My brother has 29er and 29+ We both ride thaba trails often, as in every weekend... rocky, loads of climbs (for JHB) technical bits, nice descents the plus bikes handle it all with ease. Plus is more fun, I do not think you need as quoted "more leg strength" just choose an easier gear... I love my fuse, i dig riding my bros krampus plus is the way mtb tyres should have been to quote my sometimes smarter than me brother. The best thing you can do if you have a plus bike or riding one, or testing one etc is set those pressures right.. buy a digital gauge. Its probably the only reason why I think people have had bad rides on them. The pressures are way more important than on a regular width tyre!
the nerd Posted November 8, 2016 Posted November 8, 2016 If you are up in JHB any time and want a test ride you welcome to PM me and come ride out here..
Mawbs Posted November 8, 2016 Author Posted November 8, 2016 thanks The Nerd...thats the kinda feedback i was looking for, and everyone else i appreciate your input as well. keep it coming Odison i hear you, but think it would be easier to buy the 6fattie and then get a second set of 29er wheels as i think they are much easier to source
the nerd Posted November 8, 2016 Posted November 8, 2016 The 140mm fork on the Fuse is also not nearly as bad as some people make out.. however that rear hub is. It is really a piece of junk!
Mawbs Posted November 8, 2016 Author Posted November 8, 2016 oh also just reading through i realise i omitted to say its the Stumpjumper dual sus 6 fattie im actually looking at or perhaps even the Scott or similar
Odinson Posted November 8, 2016 Posted November 8, 2016 The 140mm fork on the Fuse is also not nearly as bad as some people make out.. however that rear hub is. It is really a piece of junk! Do you have the Suntour or the Manitou?
V12man Posted November 8, 2016 Posted November 8, 2016 i have watched both those vids and exactly why i asked the questions. i also was worried about tyre roll but then i only weigh 65kg so it might be minimal even at low pressureGo and test the fattie in wet and slippery surface conditions - then decide... Personally I think the fatties are not suited to marathon distances at all - great for a fun day out, but to be packed away when wet and for longer rides - and no, I don't own one... nor am I married to one...
Mawbs Posted November 8, 2016 Author Posted November 8, 2016 Go and test the fattie in wet and slippery surface conditions - then decide... Personally I think the fatties are not suited to marathon distances at all - great for a fun day out, but to be packed away when wet and for longer rides - and no, I don't own one... nor am I married to one... packed away when wet ??? why
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted November 8, 2016 Posted November 8, 2016 packed away when wet ??? why I'd imagine that due to some of the tyres that come as standard not having large enough knobs, the wet weather performance on some models may be.... lacking.
Mawbs Posted November 8, 2016 Author Posted November 8, 2016 most of the reviews i read say they are great in soft muddy / rooty conditions with the Purgatory tyres
Serious Panda Posted November 8, 2016 Posted November 8, 2016 The Fuse is a good for marathons, I rode it for 20km and it felt like I did a 80km.
Flippa Posted November 8, 2016 Posted November 8, 2016 Time for my 2c....... Been riding a proper plus bike for 2 years, a 29+, none of this small, fat wheel nonsense..... Great for technical, loose, climbs, descents, loose over hardpack Crap for hardpack, rolling resistance is a big factor on tar and tar like surfaces. In the wet, the tyres pack up with mud and become great big slicks. To be fair, I've only ridden Surly Knards, the Bontragers, Vittoria and Maxxis 29+ offerings are supposed to shed mud better. Wet slippery rocks and roots are not fun. Once again, tyre dependant. The latest tyres are supposed to be leagues greater than the Knards. YMMV
V12man Posted November 8, 2016 Posted November 8, 2016 packed away when wet ??? why Went riding after some rain - and there was a layer of wet over hard dirt - lost all traction and slipped around everywhere - slightly narrower tire (2.35) had plenty traction on the same piece of track on the same day - I think I could just not get it through the slippery layer with the bigger tire - being somewhat of a lightweight too probably didn't help either - basically the track just converted itself into a skidpan - that said, it has huge traction in dry conditions which is great - but didn't enjoy it in the wet at all.
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.