i think that there is validity to both sides of this argument, but im going to side with the 29er. I think that evolution of the products, and manufacturers pushing the technology, will see that the 29 WILL have a place in DH in years to come. Also, a common theme in all these posts, is the people hating on the 29ers, dont seem to have ridden them, or dont have an informed opinion.. Not saying everyone, but it seems like a lot of peeps have the old "if it aint broke, dont fix it" mantra going on. I own both 26 and 29, and love each bike for different reasons. I am sure there will come a day where the 2 meet, where you get the benefits of both geometries etc., in one complete package. Specialized Stumpy EVO 29er this year is a pretty mean package, rides like a dream, and is not too far off of that long travel DH feel bike. With the surge in 29ers this year, i wouldnt be surprised if your bike name companies ( Specialized, Trek, Scott etc) are reading all these debates, and saying, if people think it cant be done, we will do it!!

brendog!!

Hey bro, all is good back here man. Still havent done any proper riding yet, but i will be getting out there tommorow for sure. Hows the bike going?

Didnt hurt until 10 minutes after, when i realised my left shoulder was probably fckd. A nice trip down the hill in the Bike Patrol truck to the Whistler Health Care Centre, and i was told i had a small fracture and dislocation. Not being able to ride for the rest of my vacation was the most painful part!