Could you put 26" wheel set into a 650b frame?

tobiasgarrud
tobiasgarrud Posts: 18
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Just bung em in for the lulz and old school vibe?


Has anyone tried it?
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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Not tried it, but yes of course you can (assuming it’s a disc brake), you’ll have a BB circa 1/2” lower is all.
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • steve_sordy
    steve_sordy Posts: 2,453
    Wheels are part of your gearing from pedal to road, and because the wheel diameter is now slightly smaller, you will have a slightly reduced top speed, but you will get there quicker! :)
  • tobiasgarrud
    tobiasgarrud Posts: 18
    Perhaps 26" wheel but with a big fat tyre on it? (if it'd clear the frame).
    Just an idle thought, i do kinda think it'd be cool though.
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