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Originally Posted by RedDevil
Bigger rims mean you need a smaller sidewall on the tire to keep the same circumference. Big diameter rims mean small sidewalls, so high flexing and rolling resistance.
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False. Less sidewall to flex guarantees less flex.
Also, If you need say, 24 inches of total tire outside diamerer, it's much lighter to get it it from an 18" wheel and short tires than from a 13" wheel and tall tires. That's been proven enough times. Big wheels came for big brakes, and there's no such thing as too much brakes, but this is a nice side benefit. Go big or go home.