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Old 06-27-18, 12:59 PM
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Old 06-27-18, 02:19 PM
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Why a 27.5? Doesn't roll over stuff as well as a 29er and not as strong as a 26".
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Originally Posted by BlazingPedals
Why a 27.5? Doesn't roll over stuff as well as a 29er and not as strong as a 26".
I have pretty much all sizes from 24 to 36, including a geared 26er that becomes a 39er in high gear. I really like the 27.5 set up with the Specialized 3.0 high-volume Tire that makes it close to a 29er in diameter, and this one does roll over everything in its path. It's faster than a standard 26er but just as maneuverable and strong, and more responsive than the larger and heavier 29er, and can handle drops better.
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dude that is great i need to know how hard isbit to learn? I need one and where does a person buy one ? What to look for fing cool
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I have a colleague who is an avid unicyclist, and I admire anyone who has that sort of coordination, which I definitely lack. I posted a video of the 2009 edition of the Neptune Av. 4th of July Parade, which include a mother-daughter unicycle team. Mom's t-shirt read, "Hands Free Mobile Device."
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