What is the best wheel size for MTB?

What is the best wheel size for MTB?

Our years of research have told us that 29˝ wheels are the most efficient choice for most bikes and riders.

Are all MTB rims the same?

Different types of MTB wheels are made for the different mountain bike disciplines. Cross country (XC) wheels are the lightest, for rapid climbing, while downhill (DH) wheels are the strongest, for hard-charging over very rough terrain.

What size are my MTB wheels?

Most mountain bikes today are offered in one of two wheel sizes: 27.5˝ (also know as 650b) or 29˝ (called 29ers), with traditional 26˝ wheels reserved for dirt jump, freeride and kids’ bikes.

Is it cheaper to build your own MTB wheels?

It’s Cheap! The wheels you build for yourself don’t have to be fancy; in fact, if it’s your first time doing so they shouldn’t be, since you don’t want to destroy a costly set of carbon fiber rims with a spoke wrench and your own incompetence.