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Originally Posted by Chris Pringle
My recommendation is to start with a hardtail and if you’re still enjoying the sports after 6 months to a year, then upgrade to a full suspension bike if you think your local trails merit such upgrade. You will get better components for your money with a hardtail. A fatty 27.5+ will allow you to ride in snowy/muddy conditions with more traction. Having said that, 29ers are a LOT more popular wheel size.
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Agreed with all above.
Generally, 29er's make more sense for most folks. My last bike was a 29er and before that a 27.5
My new bike - I went back to 27.5 for several reasons - but mostly due to size and riding style. I am quite short with short legs and also I spend most of my time at downhill parks, jump parks, and the like - very little rocky and rooty terrain. As such, 27.5 works better for me with the type of riding I do compared to most people.
I am not most people. 29 would be better for probably 80% of the population.