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DT Swiss XM 1550 Tricon Wheelset

3.5/5 (4 Reviews)

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MSRP : $654.00


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The newTricon M1550 wheels from DT Swiss are a slam dunk - lightweight, strong, USTTubeless right out ofThe box, and a variety of axle optionsTo suitThe various standards in use onTodays full suspension MTBs. Sold singly - order both a front and rear wheel if you needTo outfit a complete bikeTricon hubs with precision sealed cartridge bearings Hubs accept Centerlock-style disc brake rotors; and also include adapters for use with 6-bolt rotors 220 pound max rider weight per DT Swiss Claimed wei


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User Reviews

Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by torque29er a

Date Reviewed: May 15, 2012

Strengths:    This review is for the wheels that came stock on the Scalpel 1.
Very strong so far.
Stiff and has taken a beating so far.
Great engagement on rear hub.
Over 2500 miles on them and have trued them only twice. That's pretty good for rims on bikes that I've owned.
I weigh 220lb and I'm unfortunately NOT a smooth rider.
They look really nice. Great finish.

Weaknesses:    1800gr...Not the lightest wheels.
Did not set-up easily with tubeless Racing Ralphs tires.

Bottom Line:   
Wheels came stock on my Scalpel so my value/cost rating has really no merit. They are perfect for me for my riding style. I ride hard so I like the strength of the wheels.
No issues at all with these wheels to date. If your a hard rider, these will fit the bill.
Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by trailpimp33 a Cross Country Rider from Denver, CO. USA

Date Reviewed: August 22, 2011

Strengths:    Great rolling hubs, good engagement, light weight, super stiff ride.

Weaknesses:    None so far!

Bottom Line:   
I was really concerned with such a light weight wheel on my 6" travel bike, but after the first ride I was hooked. I don't know how anyone can say that these are flexy, as these things are really stiff and responsive. More and more bike shops are offering service for these wheels as well so I'm not seeing any issues if they ever need repair. They just wide enough to fit a 2.35 tire (why would ever need more for trail or AM riding) and they weigh less than some others XC wheels!! Win win!

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Favorite Trail:   Anadelle

Duration Product Used:   1 Year

Price Paid:    $1500.00

Purchased At:   LBS

Similar Products Used:   King, Easton, Mavic, Sun.

Bike Setup:   Intense Tracer VP, XTR, Thomson.
Overall Rating:2
Value Rating:2
Submitted by vandalay711 a Cross Country Rider from USA

Date Reviewed: August 5, 2011

Strengths:    light

Weaknesses:    Very flexy and requires special tools.

Bottom Line:   
Too flexy and fragile for anything but racing.

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Duration Product Used:   6 months

Purchased At:   came on bike

Similar Products Used:   DT EX1750

Bike Setup:   Pivot 5.7
Overall Rating:2
Value Rating:2
Submitted by eiri a Weekend Warrior from Amsterdam

Date Reviewed: May 15, 2011

Strengths:    Looks, Weight

Weaknesses:    Expensive maintenance. Aluminium freewheel body gets damaged by the sprocket. Special (expensive) tools needed for spoke replacement. You need to service the in a DT Swiss Service centre, that only accepts orders from a shop. So buying this wheelset on the internet is not an option.

Bottom Line:   
The wheelset looks good, but the weakest point is maintenance. That can only be done by a DT Swiss Service Centre. I have some play within a year. I don't recommend this set

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Duration Product Used:   1 Year

Price Paid:    $1000.00

Purchased At:   Germany

Similar Products Used:   Other DT Swiss rims and hubs

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