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The DT Swiss FR 1500 wheel is engineered to redefine your downhill and freeride experience with unmatched precision and durability. Featuring a 30 mm rim designed specifically for the rigors of aggressive mountain biking, this 27.5-inch front wheel is built to withstand the toughest trails while delivering exceptional performance. Its combination of Swiss craftsmanship and innovative technology ensures a wheelset that is both lightweight and remarkably strong, giving you the confidence to push your limits on every ride.
At the core of the FR 1500 is the World Championship-winning FR 541 rim, paired with Swiss-made Competition butted spokes and the renowned 240 EXP hubs—components trusted by professionals around the globe. The rim’s downhill-specific profile increases resistance to tyre pinching impacts by 17%, while DT Swiss’ proprietary alloys and PHR technology provide unparalleled stiffness and strength. This wheelset strikes an ideal balance between durability and weight, making it not only more resilient than many carbon options but also easier to maintain in challenging conditions.
Designed with versatility in mind, the FR 1500 accommodates 110 x 15 mm BOOST axle spacing for front wheels, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of mountain bike setups. The premium 36-tooth ratchet system in the hubs provides rapid engagement without compromising suspension performance, enabling precise control on technical descents. When purchased as a pair, the wheels come ready for tubeless setups with rim tape and valves included, allowing you to reduce rolling resistance and improve traction right out of the box.
Is this wheel compatible with all 27.5-inch mountain bikes?
The FR 1500 front wheel is designed for 110 x 15 mm BOOST axle spacing, so it fits mountain bikes that support this standard. It’s important to check your bike’s specifications before purchasing.
Does the wheel come tubeless-ready?
Yes, when purchased as a pair, the wheels include tubeless rim tape and valves, making them ready for a tubeless setup to enhance performance and reduce flats.
Stock Status Instock - Instore - Item Usually shipped or available for shop collection, within 48 hours (Mon-Fri)
Instock - Supplier Warehouse - Item is held in Suppliers Warehouse, Depending on the the supplier transfer time can vary from 24 Hours to 14 Days for item held in European warehouse.
(over festive periods some suppliers shut from 24th Dec-2nd Jan so orders can be delayed through this period.)
Brands held in European website include Trek, Bontrager, Electra, Wahoo, Rapha. For up-to-date transfer times please call customer services on +44 (0)1782 768622
Most out products are shipped by FedEx, providing unprecedented reliability and speed. Lightweight Spares below £25.00 value have a Royal Mail postage option, which is sent via Tracked 48 service. - £2.99
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White Glove Bike Delivery - our white glove option has your bike personally delivered to you by a fully trained Mechanic and Bike fitter - £99.99
(Certain bikes will only have this option such as Cargo Bikes)
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In some cases, we may ship items out with another courier, depending on the status and availability of items ordered. (Customers will not be charged more and will be refunded any unused postage cost) If part of an order is cancelled and the total drops below the £50.00 free postage, a postage charge may be taken.
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If you have any questions about delivery charges, times or none delivery please do not hesitate to get in touch by email:store@swinnertoncycles.co.uk or by telephone on +44 (0)1782 768622. Handling is normally 48 hours, but at busy periods this may be extended but we will endeavor to process your order within 5 working days. Please bear in mind in some cases orders can take longer to process, please contact us for more details.
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.

