DT Swiss XRC 1500 Spline
Get after it
Specifications
- Wheel Size
- 27.5" / 29"
- Rim Inner Width
- 30mm
- Weight
- Approx. 1384g per set
- Axle
- Front: 15x110mm Boost, Rear: 12x148mm Boost
Overview
The XRC 1500 Spline is DT Swiss's new pace-bred carbon XC wheelset for riders who go full throttle on race day and fast home-trail laps alike. Lightweight PURE carbon rims, 24 DT complite t-head spokes, and a 240 EXP hub with Ratchet EXP 54 deliver explosive acceleration and sharp handling without falling back on old-school narrow XC rim thinking.
Features
DT Swiss 240 EXP hubs with Ratchet EXP 54
PURE carbon hookless tubeless TSS rims with reinforced rim horn
Asymmetric 30mm internal-width rim profile for modern XC tires
24 DT complite t-head spokes for low rotating mass
Hand-built wheelset tuned for explosive acceleration and precise handling
Guides for setup
All guidesWheel Maintenance
Truing, spoke tension management, and hub service — keep your wheelset race-ready and fatigue-free.
Component Compatibility
Avoid expensive fit mistakes between forks, wheels, tires, and cockpit parts before you buy.
Tire Selection & Setup
Choosing the right tread, compound, and pressure for your terrain.
Tubeless Maintenance
Keeping your tubeless setup reliable and performing
Tire Inserts
When inserts help, what they cost in weight and feel, and how to choose the right level of support.
How we evaluate this component
Product cards, analysis notes, and setup guidance are grounded in public specifications, market positioning, compatibility, and the most likely real-world use cases on trail.
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