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The DT Swiss FR 1500 wheel, designed with a 30 mm rim and a 12 x 148 mm BOOST axle, is the ultimate choice for serious mountain bikers craving durability and top performance. Engineered specifically for 29-inch rear wheels, this component blends cutting-edge technology with durability to conquer the most challenging downhill and freeride trails. Drawing from the success of the World Championship-winning FR 541 rim, it offers unmatched strength and resilience without compromising weight, making it a trusted pick among professional riders and enthusiasts alike.
Crafted with DT Swiss’s proprietary alloys and PHR technology, the FR 1500 rim resists dents and requires 17% more impact force to pinch a tire, ensuring your ride stays smooth even on the roughest terrain. The premium 240 EXP hubs provide rapid engagement with their 36 tooth ratchets, enhancing your control without affecting suspension performance. Weighing just 1,928 grams, this wheelset strikes the perfect balance between lightweight design and robust construction, outperforming many heavier DH wheels and offering more forgiveness than comparable carbon options.
Maintenance and on-the-go repairs are simplified thanks to classic J-bend butted Competition spokes, which are easy to find and replace if damaged on the trail. Compatibility is also a key strength, with rear wheels available in DH 157 mm or BOOST 148 mm, equipped with SRAM XD or MICRO SPLINE freehubs for seamless integration with 12-speed Shimano systems. When purchased as a pair, the wheels come complete with tubeless rim tape and valves, ensuring you’re ready for any challenge right out of the box.
Is the FR 1500 wheel compatible with all mountain bike frames?
The FR 1500 rear wheel is designed for 12 x 148 mm BOOST axle spacing and 29-inch diameter, so compatibility depends on your frame’s specifications. Front wheels come in 15 mm or 20 mm BOOST spacing to fit a variety of forks.
Does this wheelset come tubeless-ready?
Yes, when purchased as a pair, the FR 1500 wheels include tubeless rim tape and valves, making it easy to set up a tubeless tire system for better performance and fewer flats.
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(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
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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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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).
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