I can't imagine you've been on many rides with people on 27.5+ then, or at least experienced riders with decent equipment. I've put 1k miles on my 27.5+ hardtail on technical PNW terrain with zero issues (my other bike is an XXL Transition Spire). Even done shuttle days with it on dh trails. I have a cushcore in the rear, which probably helps. I really like the plus on the rear of a hardtail for aggressive riding. Would say rear-only but feel that handling would be odd having a skinnier tire upfront.
Saying a 2.8 suddenly becomes total and utter shit vs a 2.5 or 2.4 is like saying a car with 235 width tires is complete shit compared to one with 205's. The 235 might not be ideal for your setup (too much grip for suspension, weight, etc.), but might actually be ideal for others'.
I hope these turds don't die off because I enjoy riding total utter shit*, guess I'm a fool.
*on a hardtail
March 17, 2022, 10:48 a.m. - Julian Sammons
I can't imagine you've been on many rides with people on 27.5+ then, or at least experienced riders with decent equipment. I've put 1k miles on my 27.5+ hardtail on technical PNW terrain with zero issues (my other bike is an XXL Transition Spire). Even done shuttle days with it on dh trails. I have a cushcore in the rear, which probably helps. I really like the plus on the rear of a hardtail for aggressive riding. Would say rear-only but feel that handling would be odd having a skinnier tire upfront. Saying a 2.8 suddenly becomes total and utter shit vs a 2.5 or 2.4 is like saying a car with 235 width tires is complete shit compared to one with 205's. The 235 might not be ideal for your setup (too much grip for suspension, weight, etc.), but might actually be ideal for others'. I hope these turds don't die off because I enjoy riding total utter shit*, guess I'm a fool. *on a hardtail