I just learnt something. So 29er frames are built to accommodate a 700c wheel plus a larger tyre?
29ers isn't a true 29" wheel, it's merely as everyone said, wide 700c rims.
The reason for the name is that the outside diameter of a 29ers MTB tyres tend to be 29" hence the (confusing) name.
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29ers isn't a true 29" wheel, it's merely as everyone said, wide 700c rims.
The reason for the name is that the outside diameter of a 29ers MTB tyres tend to be 29" hence the (confusing) name.