I'm buying paddles soon, and I'm wondering if wheel size makes any difference (performance,etc)?? I'm getting a 21x11in paddle, and it's just a matter of an 8, 9, or 10 in wheel. Does it all just come down to how much cash you want to spend on wheels? BTW, will I be okay with .125 thickness or should I bump up to .160? Silver Lake really doesn't have that many jumps.

 

i would think that the .125's are ik. if u get bigger tires then u have to regear the bike accordingly to the size of the tire.

 

hes talking about rim size.i dont think it matters.i say get 9" wheels.its right in the middle of the options and its easier to find tires to fit them than 10".i only see 8" on mx quads.

 

Get 8 or 10 inch. They are the most popular sizes. Not too many 9' paddles, at least not as available. Cost wise, go with the 8. The wheels are cheaper and the tires are a little cheaper. The handling is pretty much the same. I have used both. The 8's give a little softer ride with more sidewall flex. I have 10 inch wheels now, mainly due to they look good. Its like putting 20's on a car, you sure don't need them, they are expensive, and the ride sucks, but they look good. Thats an over exageration. Nothing wrong at all with 10 inch wheels.