- Burry Stander...for the big wheels
@2:00 http://freecaster.tv/mtb/1011976/interv ... alize-2010
A very interesting comment from someone who has the choice of everything from 26" hardtail to 29er full suspension. I think he either races on a 26" Epic or a 29er Hardtail though.
Another thing to keep in mind is that he's a smaller rider, so it's likely the front end of his 29er is relatively higher than a larger model might be.
Momentum though, that's one comment I wouldn't expect in favour of the 26". Is this maybe the "feeling" of having more acceleration over holding the momentum with the big wheels?It's not possible to keep your momentum as much as you need to on the 29er
He does mention the Epic is his race bike - since last year - so he could be much more comfortable on that. New tyres are also mentioned.
Cool to see this kind of interview.