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Had to laugh at the remark that 2.00 is gravel tire width now.
When 26x2.0 was normal I was happy as a clam and rode all over the same places I ride today. It wasn't a handicap.
Bigger is better though, to a point, depending, is my opinion.
On a 29" hardtail I've been running 2.25 rear and 2.35 front for the last couple of years, and it feels fine. These are fairly old school tire sizes.
Still, the 2016 Stump jumper I have with 27.5x2.8 Maxxis tires is the best combination I've had yet.
I'm pretty sure 29+ wheels would serve a fantastic ride. Pity I haven't tried them, yet.