“There is a transition period, where the ‘negative’ aspects of a 29er pray on the mind, but these soon evaporate. Dialling in the right stem and bar combo is so important. Granted it may not be for everyone, but do give it a go.” Scott 

“True some are better than other just like in 26ers, but overall the benefits are there and can be enjoyed by everyone if they just had the stones to swing their leg over a 29er.” T – Unit 

“The bottle with the message in it washed up on South African shores two years ago. Suppliers CANNOT keep up with the demand for 29ers here. One ride does not a 29er experience make, which is why this article is accurate and relevant. I’ve test–ridden more than 30 29ers in the past two years (along with a similar number of 26” bikes). I love the honesty of a 26” hardtail and the playfulness of a 26” 5” travel full suss. But if you’re after more speed and better control in most situations, the 29er truly is the new king.” Mr Thread

“I thought this day would never come. I’ve been riding 29ers exclusively for four years now but I have never been an evangelist for them. ‘To each their own’ has always been my take on it. For me though, the 29er is undeniably faster both up and down. They jump great too. It’s great to finally have some validation from someone on the gravity side of things and from the UK no doubt!” Shop Mechanic

“To make an analogy, us older folks can remember the days before foreign food came to the UK. I don’t recall anybody saying ‘Hey, this curry stuff is really great, we’ll never eat fish & chips again’.” Belugabob