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This has probably been asked before, but is there any benefit? The reason i ask is, i'm thinking of using the MTB to commute to work (old converted railway tracks and canal towpaths), and didn't fancy it on the knobblies. It just seems that there is a better choice of tyre for 700c, than 29ers, when it comes to commuting. Any thoughts appreciated.
700c = 29er.
Just use your existing wheels and fit a narrower (700c) tyre. Something like a Schwalbe Marathon will handle all of that and give some puncture protection for the inevitable broken glass.
Thanks, didn't want to go to the expense of buying another pair of wheels, and the Schwalbe Marathons sound a good idea.
swalbe marathons get a vote here but can be a bit hard to fit its not that they don't fit depends on the rims but could be off putting but worth the possible effort
edit benefit big time on average speed and as said 29er = 700c
In terms of the wheels themselves I think you'll find that 700c rear wheel hub width is 130 - MTB 29er hub width is 135mm.
I've got a pair of 700 x 37c Conti Sport Contact that I've been thinking of selling; ended up buying a road bike so these don't get used now! Let me know if you're interested.