why not? it has plenty of clearance. I like them because they're really strong and they look tanked.
Because of the rolling resistance. 24 doesn't roll over things like 26. I find it feels like poo on DH.
true, it was my first season with 24s, I didn't mind them at all. Mind you it was also my first season riding DH so I can't really compare it to anything. But FR was perfect with them.