Backbone 27.5" Carbon Rim, 28h

The Backbone Carbon is a 28mm internal width mountain bike rim, ready to work hard on the climbs and rip back down. A balance of precision steering, light weight and durability make this the perfect 27.5 inch mountain bike wheel for any occasion.

Drilled for external nipples. Disc specific rims. 

All Astral rims are Tubeless Easy for tire installation that you can set up with a floor pump.

Add a nipple kit for an easier build.

Custom builds available! Any hub, any spec, just contact us with your special project. We’ll make it happen. Services available to dealers.

• 27.5" Carbon Clincher
• Weight: 420g
• Depth: 30mm
• Width: Int - 28mm / Ext - 33.5mm
• External nipples
• ERD: 544.5mm
• Spoke Bed Diameter: 542mm
• Max Tension: 130kgf
• Hole count options: 28 or 32
• Tire size recommendation: 2.0" to 2.8"