32-inch wheel hype meets early reality in Revel’s mountain-bike prototype
At Sea Otter, the author finally tests Revel’s 32er prototype and finds the big wheels offer stability and comfort for tall riders, with potential benefits for long rides and bikepacking. However, the demos were scarce and the geometry is not yet dialed, leading to nervous steering at low speed and tradeoffs in weight distribution and agility. Tires and suspension are still evolving to handle the configuration, so while the concept is promising, 32ers aren’t ready for broad adoption—patience is advised as the tech catches up to the hype.
