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I was wondering in a bead holding contest,
would a DOT 16 inch rim hold a bead better on a tire than a DOT 20 inch rim?

lets just say the tire size is at 40-44 inches so that the wheels getting trail rash doesnt really effect the conversation.
i would guess a taller rim would have less flex on the tire bead to be able roll it off the safety bead on the rim . but i also like being able to have more side wall to air down with and put a bigger patch on the ground .. but im not a expert ..i only play one on tv ...lol

besides you have seen my luck in wheeling and breaking beads ..i seam to do it atleast every other trip ..
ive actually never seen you break a bead wayne.