Being new to MTB'ing what's the score with 29" wheels?

Obviously 3 more than 26,but why the interest in 29's?
Why do some ride them?

why?

Why not?

26 is an arbitrary number.

my 29er is ace for long map crossing rides that i like to do.

they roll over things better. like a monster truck.

plus it means nobody blags your innertubes.

Thomthumb speaks da truth! Monster truck of the mtb world!

Not as agile, but more comfortable, better for bigger riders, good mile eaters, more relaxing to ride.

They take a bit more 'winding up' to accelerate, but don't tend to get as deflected and slowed down by obstacles as 26ers. That's why you don't see many FS 29ers, and why forks are either rigid or shorter travel. Big travel is inherently less necessary because the wheels and the wheelbase soak more up.

They are great. Probably won't take over from 26ers, but they are a growing niche and here to stay.

Ah, I see.Thanks for the insight.

29ers . . . Why?

I'll tell you after the weekend* – my first one has just arrived!!

(*I need to strip and tinker with it first!)

they're great – now if only I could get my hands on one 🙁

Muffin – any chance of some pics?

Muffin – any chance of some pics?

Its still in the box at the minute! Its only a cheapy one though. Jut dipping my toe in to try out this 29er lark.

Its one of these…
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/DIAMONDBACK-MOJITO-29ER-29-WHEEL-MOUNTAIN-BIKE-18-SIZE_W0QQitemZ250574959913QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Bikes_GL?hash=item3a576e7529#ht_4295wt_991

…i'm stripping it and putting better brakes, gears and other finishing kit on.

you don't see many FS 29ers

That's changing though..lot's of new ones coming out….

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you don't see many FS 29ers

That's changing though..lot's of new ones coming out….

unfortunately most aren't destined for british shores….

Here's one ,s'good