You shouldn’t have any problem using a 700C or 27 inch tube in a 28 inch wheel & tire
. You should avoid using a fat tire tube (for example ~2′′ width for 26′′ or 29′′ wheels) on your 28′′ wheels, assuming your tire width is anything less than 2′′.
Will a 27.5 in tube work in a 29 in wheel?
They will both fit into 29, but at a stretch, literally
.
What is the difference between 28 and 29 inch wheels?
“Is
28” meant to be the approximate outside diameter on a road tire, and 29” the approximate diameter of a mountain tire
“. Yes, you are correct in this regard, several tire sizings are based on assembled rim+tire outside diameter.
Can I use a wider inner tube?
Yes, it’s perfectly safe to use the next larger size tube in a smaller tire
. It’s a common trick used by bike messengers to reduce the chance of flats. The only downside is a slightly heavier wheel since you’re using more tube that you really need.
Will a 29 inch tube fit a 700C?
And
29-inch wheels are the same size as 700c, though they’re usually wider
. Kids’ bikes will have smaller wheels, usually 16in, 20in or 24in, and need smaller diameter inner tubes and tyres, as will most folding bikes.
Will a 27 inch tube fit a 700C tire?
27-inch and 700C tires are close enough in size that the inner tubes are compatible
; i.e. you can use a 27-inch inner tube in a 700C tire, and vice-versa. However, you can NOT use a 27-inch tire on a 700C wheel, and vice-versa.
Is a 29 inch bike too big?
If you are under 5’6” tall, a 26-inch mountain bike is still likely to be a better fit.
If you’re 5’6′ or taller, you should be able to find a 29er model to fit you
. Riders more than 6′ tall can rejoice: You’ll definitely enjoy a more natural riding position with the size and frame geometry of a 29er.
What is a 29er bike good for?
29-inch mountain bikes are one of the most popular classes of mountain bikes, and are steadily becoming the go-to choice for many professional MTB riders. Whilst 29ers are ideal for
intense competitive cycling
, amateur riders and newcomers to mountain biking can benefit from their increased traction and stability.
Can I put 29 wheels on a 26 bike?
You can put the 29 inch wheels on a modified full suspension 26 inch bike frame
. For that, you will just need to be specialized and comfortable in basic bike modifications.
Can a 26 tire fit a 29 inch tube?
The 29er tube will be too big for the wheel but it should be good enough to get you home
.
Will a 26 inner tube fit a 27.5 wheel?
In real world applications,
a 26′′ tube will work perfectly fine in a 27.5′′ tire
.
Will a 27.5 tube fit a 26 wheel?
26′′ tubes work perfectly well with 27.5′′ wheels
.
What happens if you use the wrong size inner tube?
If the inner tube is a lot larger than the tire,
it will cause folds and wrinkles inside the tire, which may affect your ride
. If you have a tube that is only a little bit larger, then it probably won’t make a difference. While larger tubes will weigh more, they will retain air better.
Can I use a different size tube for bike tire?
Yes, you can, as long as you don’t go more than one size smaller, or the differential is not too extreme
. A 1.25 in a 1.5 is fine. A 1.25 in a 2.25 is likely to have issues with flats. Your LBS will have tubes.
How do I know what size tube my bike needs?
Will a 700c tube fit a 28?
What fits what on different road wheels? As I understand it, a 28′′ tyre fits 700c wheels and vice versa, a 27′′ tyre wo’nt fit a 700c rim.
A 700c inner tube will fit a 27′′ wheel
(i’m guessng probably a 28′′ wheel too).
Is a 28 inch wheel the same as 700c?
28”/700C/29er
The tyres can differ, but
the 28”, 700C and 29er are all the exact same rim diameter
. The 700 markings will be followed by the width in mm, and the 28 or 29 markings will be followed by the width in inches.
Is a 29 inch wheel the same as 700c?
29′′ (ISO size 622) is actually the same rim diameter as 700C
, although most 29′′ tires will not fit 700C road rims because they’re too wide.
Can 700c tire fit 29?
You can indeed fit a 700C tire on a 29-inch rim
. All you have to do is avoid using an old-style rim with less than 16 spokes per side and your tires should just fine. It is the same size, so you can fit a 700c tire on a 29-inch rim. It will be a little too wide for the rim of course, but it should work.
IS 700c bigger than 27?
The rim diameter of a 700c wheel is actually
slightly smaller than that of a ’27inch’
. 700c bead diameter is 622mm whereas 27′′ bead diameter is 630mm.
What size tires can I put on a 700c rim?
On a ‘700c’ wheel, you can have a range of different widths.
23mm wide tires
have been the standard for most road cycling over the past couple decades. You might see a 700x20c, or a 700x25c. On a cyclocross bike or 29-inch mountain bike, you could see tires as wide as 700x35c or 700x58c.
Is 27 inch bike for what size person?
| Rider’s Height Inseam Length Wheel Size | 4’10”-5’3′′ 25-28 inches 26 inch | 5’4′′-5’7′′ 25-30 inches 26 inch | 5’5′′-5’9′′ 26-31 inches 27.5 inch | 5’9′′-6’0′′ 27-32 inches 27.5 inch |
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What height is a 28 inch bike for?
This bicycle is suitable for adults having a height range of
6 feet or above
. The 28-inch bicycle is also called 29er which is mostly the mountain bike suitable for mountain biking due to large-sized wheels that are highly stable with high velocity having greater control and durability.
What size person does a 29-inch bike fit?
| Your Height / Inseam Bike Size | 5’3′′ to 5’7′′ with 27′′ to 29′′ inseam S (small) 15 inch bike | 5’7′′ to 5’11” with 29′′ to 31′′ inseam M (medium) 17 inch bike | 5’11” to 6’2′′ with 31′′ to 33′′ inseam L (large) 19 inch bike | 6’2′′ to 6’4′′ with 33′′ to 35′′ inseam XL (extra large) 21 inch bike |
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Can you put 27 inch wheels on a 29er?
Condensed Answer:
If the bike and the wheelset are designed for disc brakes, a 27.5” wheel will fit on a 29” frame and fork
. Since 27.5” wheels are smaller, their diameter will change the geometry of the bicycle in a manner that the rider may not appreciate.
What wheel size is better 27.5 or 29?
27.5 in. wheels have faster acceleration while 29ers are more efficient on longer rides
. Smaller wheels accelerate faster than larger wheels. This is due mostly to where the weight of the wheel is distributed.
What better 27.5 or 29?
Simply put,
a 29er offers more speed, efficiency and stability, while a 27.5-inch bike offers a snappier trail feel
. So unless you are particularly tall or small then the choice of wheel size very much depends on the trail you ride and your personal preference for the ride feel.
