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Changing wheel size on Sus MTB 26" to 29"?
andyh01
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Hi all.
I'm being loaned an old Trek MTB with 26" wheels with quick release skewers (not sure of skewer sizes, whether 12mn/15mm or other); cabled disc brakes and suspension front forks, with 9speed rear cassette & Deora derailur.
As most riding be broken tarmac and towpaths commute, I'm wondering whether I could "just" swap out for 29" or 650B wheels?
As temporary measure obviously I don't want spend too much on it.
I'm being loaned an old Trek MTB with 26" wheels with quick release skewers (not sure of skewer sizes, whether 12mn/15mm or other); cabled disc brakes and suspension front forks, with 9speed rear cassette & Deora derailur.
As most riding be broken tarmac and towpaths commute, I'm wondering whether I could "just" swap out for 29" or 650B wheels?
As temporary measure obviously I don't want spend too much on it.
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If it's quick release then the rear is probably 135mm and the front 100mm wide.
Best way to find out what will fit is ask a friend who has a larger wheeled bike if you can try fitting them to your bike. However, for the use you describe I'd just stick with what you have. Check the hub bearings, maybe service the forks, set the brakes up properly, fit new tyres if needed and enjoy the ride.
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Honestly 26" bikes can still ride very well. To make it faster go buy some high quality tyres designed for the kind of riding you will be doing. You will have to look harder for 26" but they are still out there.
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