"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""Running the 27. 5in DEORE XT wheels on my all-mountain bike has been awesome—they’re snappy in tight turns, and the hub’s fast engagement really pays off on punchy terrain. The wide rim gives my 2. 5in tires a perfect shape, and they’ve stayed true after weeks of rough trail time.""For riders chasing flow through tight switchbacks and technical lines, the Shimano DEORE XT 27. 5in Wheelset delivers the precision and strength we need. Each wheel is built around Shimano’s 30mm internal width alloy rim—ideal for modern trail tires—and connected with stainless steel spokes for responsive control on demanding trails. The XT hubs have been updated with quick-engaging internals and improved sealing to keep performance smooth even when the ride gets rowdy. Whether we’re powering up steep punchy climbs or navigating down ledgy descents, the 27. 5in diameter brings flickable agility while the Boost spacing ensures stiffness and compatibility. The rear hub’s 3. 5-degree engagement makes pedal response immediate, and the tubeless-ready design lets us fine-tune pressure for maximum grip. Built to handle aggressive trail sessions and everyday singletrack alike, this wheelset offers long-lasting performance we can count on."
Price: $325.00 from Backcountry
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"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve been riding the 27. 5in XT wheels through tight, technical trails and they handle like a dream. They're quick in corners, super responsive, and built tough. The 3. 5-degree hub engagement makes powering...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve been riding the DEORE XT 29in wheelset on everything from rocky technical climbs to flowy descents, and it hasn’t missed a beat. The 30mm tubeless-ready rims are a great balance of strength and weight,...
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