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The problem with 29er Downhill bikes is that those big wheels arnt very strong. Because of the larger wheel radius' date=' more leverage can be applied by lateral force causing the wheel to break way before a 26er would.[/quote']

 

 

 

The wheel strength isssue has already been soved with Gordo rims and the like.

 

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The latest build method for 29er DH rear wheels is to use a dirt jump 150mm rear hub.

 

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The dish is symetrical so nice even tension on both sides. The free wheel on a single speed dirt jump 150mm rear hub can take up to six cogs and thats what they are doing:

 

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Sounds good

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