28 inch 700c DT Swiss Gravel G540 Disc, Shimano Deore XT M756 6-Bolt Hub Wheelset, 100mm/135mm QR, Shimano HG

These 28 inch 700c gravel bike wheelsets incorporate brand new black 32 hole DT Swiss G540 db disc rims, brand new black Shimano Deore XT M756 6-bolt disc specific hubs, Halo silver stainless steel spokes and nickel plated brass nipples. After extensive testing DT Swiss have settled on a full 24mm as the perfect width for modern Gravel bikes. The added width gives better support to wide, 35c or larger tyres, allowing the use of lower pressures, enhancing grip & comfort whilst reducing rolling resistance & tyre flex under cornering. Robust, sleeved construction gives a great value package for a wide gravel rim with a suggested maximum system weight of 130kg. The rims can be used with or without tubes. The Shimano Deore XT M756 disc hubs are the perfect partners for Shimano’s Deore XT hydraulic disc brake system. The hub shells are made from anodised aluminium with a strong 9mm CrMo axle on the rear. They have sealed contact bearings to increase service life by preventing water and mud ingress, and low-friction Borozon treated bearing races for a precision rolling action. The hubs are set for 100mm/135mm quick release – skewers provided. The rear Shimano HG freehub will take 8 to 12 speed MTB cassettes, or 8 to 10 speed road cassettes. The rims are 3-cross laced to the hubs with new Halo silver stainless steel spokes and nickel plated brass nipples. Wheels have been hand trued, dished and spokes tensioned according to rim manufacturers recommendations. Price includes insured and tracked postage.