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Reynolds Black Label 27.5 AM carbon wheels


With a claimed weight of just 1525g and a 23mm inner rim – big enough to keep 2.35in tyres well supported – these carbon hoops are aimed at the fastest trail bikes.

Reynolds’ MR5 carbon is not just one grade all the way through: the layup and cloth type is tuned according to where it lies on the wheel. The sidewall, for instance, is a different specification to the spoke face.

The hubs are DT Swiss 240 with Centerlock disc fitting, while both hoops get 28 straight-pull DT Swiss spokes and light, alloy nipples.

These are built for trail riding and enduro racing, though if cross-country is more your thing, the Black Label XCs are 2mm narrower and 90g lighter for the same price. If the price is making your jaw drop, then the R27.5 AM alloy wheelset comes in at a more wallet friendly 750$ and only weighs 160g more.

Price 2700$

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