I would go for the 296 especially if it's a 3-cross. Even with radial you'll be fine. Going longer you can risk reaching the end of the thread before you've reached the required tension.
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I would go for the 296 especially if it's a 3-cross. Even with radial you'll be fine. Going longer you can risk reaching the end of the thread before you've reached the required tension.