Alex MD30 27.5" Boost Rear MTB Wheel – 148x12mm | Centre Lock | 8-11 Speed
Description
Alex MD30 27.5" Boost Rear MTB Wheel – 148x12mm | Centre Lock | 8-11 Speed
The Alex MD30 27.5" Boost Rear MTB Wheel is a strong and dependable rear wheel designed for modern mountain bikes. Featuring the renowned Alex MD30 aluminium rim, a smooth-rolling KT sealed Boost hub, and a durable 32-spoke build, this wheel delivers reliable performance whether you're riding local trails, tackling technical terrain or replacing a worn factory wheel.
Compatible with 148x12mm Boost thru-axle frames, Centre Lock disc brakes and Shimano HG 8 to 11-speed drivetrains, the Alex MD30 is built to provide long-lasting durability, excellent stability and confident handling.
Key Features
- Alex MD30 rear mountain bike wheel
- 27.5" (650B) wheel size
- Boost 148x12mm thru-axle compatibility
- Centre Lock disc brake compatible
- Shimano HG freehub for 8, 9, 10 and 11-speed drivetrains
- Alex MD30 double-wall aluminium rim
- 32-hole wheel build for increased durability
- KT sealed rear hub
- Mach 1 black stainless steel spokes
- Robust trail and all-mountain construction
- Black rim, hub and spokes
Built for Modern Trail Riding
Designed to handle everything from flowing singletrack to rocky descents, the Alex MD30 offers the strength and reliability riders expect from a quality mountain bike wheel.
Its durable construction provides excellent support for aggressive riding while maintaining dependable performance for everyday trail adventures.
Alex MD30 Aluminium Rim
At the centre of the wheel is the proven Alex MD30 aluminium rim, engineered to provide an excellent balance of strength, stiffness and durability.
The wider rim profile offers increased tyre support, allowing modern mountain bike tyres to maintain a more stable shape for improved cornering grip, confidence and ride quality across rough terrain.
Reliable KT Sealed Hub
The wheel is built around a KT sealed Boost hub, designed for smooth rolling efficiency and dependable long-term performance.
Features include:
- Sealed cartridge bearings
- Low-maintenance design
- Smooth rolling performance
- Excellent durability
- Reliable all-weather operation
The sealed hub helps protect the bearings from dirt, dust and moisture, ensuring consistent performance with minimal servicing.
Strong 32-Spoke Construction
The 32-hole spoke configuration provides excellent wheel strength and stiffness, making the Alex MD30 well suited to trail, all-mountain and recreational mountain biking.
Combined with durable Mach 1 black stainless steel spokes, the wheel is built to withstand demanding riding conditions while maintaining reliable performance over thousands of kilometres.
Centre Lock Disc Brake Compatibility
The Alex MD30 rear wheel is compatible with Shimano Centre Lock disc brake rotors, allowing quick rotor installation while maintaining secure and consistent braking performance.
Please Note: Centre Lock brake rotors are sold separately unless otherwise specified.
Boost 148x12mm Compatibility
Designed specifically for 148x12mm Boost thru-axle frames, this rear wheel provides increased lateral stiffness and improved handling on modern mountain bikes.
The Shimano HG freehub body supports 8, 9, 10 and 11-speed Shimano-compatible cassettes, making it suitable for a wide range of trail and recreational MTB builds.
Please check your frame, axle, brake rotor and cassette compatibility before purchasing.
