This makes sense. Thanks for the response.
I am still leaning towards the 700 wheels, only because I have them. I got rid
of my 650's a while back.

Has anyone built the bike HHS1 bike from Denmark. Plans are free

http://f1.grp.yahoofs.com/v1/AIE6RJN2gwrFlbMt-gSvIaZPUf6lsqTA2B8BE_BaNzkppZe-rlz\
MAcVGzspHlgB-4i9A8NyUMA86wshKrZ-_h2JTICgjaXL-/hhs_One.pdf


Thanks again
Alan

--- In bentechriders@yahoogroups.com, "Jim" <obsidian_nj@...> wrote:
>
> I think that there have been recumbents built with every wheel size and
> combination available. As far as I can see, the main considerations
> with wheel size and the SWB configuration has to do with rolling
> resistance and seat height.
>
> When comparing a SWB with a 700c rear wheel to one with a 650c rear
> wheel, the 650c wheel gives you similar rolling resistance (given
> similar tires) to a 700c wheel, with the advantage of being a little
> closer to the ground. This helps in handling the bike when stopped, and
> a lower center of gravity in motion.
>
> So a 650c wheel gives you most of the advantages of a 700c wheel, and
> puts your foot (and butt) closer to the ground. If you're building, you
> can do anything you like. I think the commercial 'bent builders have
> come to the consensus that the 650c wheel does what they need when they
> spec a skinny tire, which is why you haven't seen much else.
>
> Jim
>



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