Another thing to consider is that a narrow rim gives the tire a differnt profile to a wider rim. This must have an affect on grip.
Like does a wider rim suit people who like to drift turns, or is a narrow rim better?
Also what spokes would you recomend, im thinking DT revolutions at the...
Thnaks for the replys
Have DT swiss sorted their rim material out from there first batch? As ive heard that they were like cheese.
Ive also heard that the 5.1 are stiffer than the 6.1 can anyone back this up?
The likes of Hill, Peaty are running 5.1 and seem to be doing ok on them (i...
Sorry to bring an old thread back but after smashing my rear wheel and denting / tweeking my front wheel, im now on the lookout for a new DH rim.
I do race a bit, and my riding style is through stuff rather than over! And ir run a normal suspension setup.
I have been running my 729 for...
im 180lb and run a 300 spring, 80psi but on a 5th. there shouldnt be too much of a variation between the 5th and a swinger.
How much sag are you getting??
They handle jumps perfectly, was dirt jumping on it today in me garden!!! Like DW said its really lively so you do all sorts of suff with it in the air.
I know of a mtb holiday company that will be renting out sundays at whistler, so it should be ok there.
Just confimrd that mine shall be on my door step tomorrow!!
Cant wait to get it built up, ive wated ages for it!!! :)
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