I'm a bit lost in my search for a new bike. I'm in the market for my first FS rig and thought about giving 650b a try since my 29er frustrates the hell outta me in tight switchbacks and other spots that require quick turns. I headed out for test rides today thinking 650b would be the "solution". However, after riding a couple Norco's I wasn't terribly impressed. While it was a tad more nimble as expected, it just didn't "feel" good riding the smaller wheels. I also saw that the difference in size between a 26" and 27.5" really isn't much.
What am I missing? Are there any 29er folks here who also own a 650b and are happy with it? Am I looking at 650b for the wrong reason (i.e. being frustrated by switchbacks which are really only about 10% of my ride)? Wasn't sure if this post should be here or 27.5 forum, but figured I would get modded to the right place.
What am I missing? Are there any 29er folks here who also own a 650b and are happy with it? Am I looking at 650b for the wrong reason (i.e. being frustrated by switchbacks which are really only about 10% of my ride)? Wasn't sure if this post should be here or 27.5 forum, but figured I would get modded to the right place.