I just bought myself a 2013 Status II and am going to put a new wheel set on it.
Can someone break down for me the pros and cons of a wider rim versus the 721? Wider rims will be more "stable" and more durable...but how do the two compare when it comes to cornering?
Wider makes for a squarer tire profile, while skinnier makes for a rounder tire.....how does this effect cornering and handling?
I have a 729 Front already on a different bike (which I would move to my status if I decide to buy a 729 rear). That's the only reason why I am trying to understand whether I am doing myself a disservice by running 729s? If I was starting from scratch I would probably just buy the 721's as they seem to be the more popular choice (I know...blindly following the masses).
I ride aggressively on all FR/DH trails (telonics/five oaks/car wreck/silver surfer/mentally sensitive for those who know Aliso Woods in Laguna Beach, CA)
I just bought myself a 2013 Status II and am going to put a new wheel set on it.
Can someone break down for me the pros and cons of a wider rim versus the 721? Wider rims will be more "stable" and more durable...but how do the two compare when it comes to cornering?
Wider makes for a squarer tire profile, while skinnier makes for a rounder tire.....how does this effect cornering and handling?
I have a 729 Front already on a different bike (which I would move to my status if I decide to buy a 729 rear). That's the only reason why I am trying to understand whether I am doing myself a disservice by running 729s? If I was starting from scratch I would probably just buy the 721's as they seem to be the more popular choice (I know...blindly following the masses).
I ride aggressively on all FR/DH trails (telonics/five oaks/car wreck/silver surfer/mentally sensitive for those who know Aliso Woods in Laguna Beach, CA)
I am 6'3 180lbs (without gear).
A wider rim will give you a bigger contact with the ground improving grip.
Whether it's noticable or not , not really sure but the benefit will be there.
I went from 6.1ds to 729s, and noticed an improvement in grip (particularly on the front) running the same 2.5 Minions. I noticed an even bigger improvement in grip converting my 729s to tubeless (Stan's) and running 10+ psi less pressure. that dropped a noticeable amount of rotational mass and I had far more grip - especially off-camber rocks/roots in the rain. I obvs didn't roll as well, but the increase in control was more than worth it. I also stopped pinch-flatting entirely after converting to tubeless (haven't had a single flat on that wheelset in 3 years), even at super low pressures.
IMO, you should also look into 823s if you're going with 2 new rims. they're lighter than 729s, a bit wider than 721s, tubeless-capable, yet still quite strong.
none that I can think of with wider rims you'll have less sidewall flex while cornering, and you will be considerably less likely to pinch flat if you run tubes