Wheel size showdown 18” vs. 19”

[Sprocketrocket]

The debate over wheel size never seems to end some people swear by 18” for its traction and comfort while others are all about 19” for improved handling and speed. What’s your opinion on this?

 

[Torquenado]

I'd choose 19" for improved handling, but 18" definitely tends to be gentler on bumpy trails

 

[plugandflee]

Each has its own benefits, I believe it ultimately depends on your riding style and what suits you best.

 

[grandp4 j4ck]

honestly, I lean 18" for better traction and comfort if you're hitting technical trails, rocks, or gnarly roots (enduro/hard enduro). The taller sidewall helps absorb impacts and gives you a bigger tire contact patch. If I were sticking strictly to MX tracks where precision matters more than brute traction, I'd consider the 19" setup