Is bigger actually better? Geoff Kabush and straight talk on the 32
Mountain bike legend Geoff Kabush discusses the emergence of 32-inch wheels in professional cycling. He explores the technical nuances, geometry changes, and performance impacts of this new wheel size compared to traditional standards.
Why it matters
This reflects the ongoing evolution of cycling technology and the industry's push for new performance standards.
The big 32-inch wheels are coming. They’ve rolled through multi-stage mountain bike races , XC World Cups , gravel competitions and DH runs. For some, they provoke eye-rolls as the bike industry pursues yet another standard whether you want it or not. But you’ll see more of them soon.
The article provides a balanced look at industry trends through an expert interview.
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