• He's not really saying much. It's a weight argument when most people don't give two shits about it. Frame manufacturers haven't really struggled to accommodate 700c at all.
    700c is better for all unless you're of a shorter stature.
    I say as someone who still rides 26".

  • I say as someone who still rides 26".

    High five.

  • The strongest argument IMO is ride characteristics. A 650x42-47 handles better with drop bars than a 700x42-47. Add full mudguards into the mix and the 650 wins hands down. I say this at 190cm on a frame that could handle 700. IMO/2p/subjective/etc

    I think if I was racing a big gravel event like they have in the states where some sections can be quite rocky, without mudguards, I would run a 700x42 for the angle of attack argument, which I think would be valid over a long distance.

    But I ride 50/50 on/off road and 650bx42 with full guards is perfect.

    Now we’re back on tyres, should we switch back to eviscerating GRX in Feb?

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