{"product_id":"shimano-wh-mt500-27-5-boost-rear-mtb-wheel","title":"Shimano WH-MT500 27.5\" Boost Rear MTB Wheel – Centre Lock | 148x12mm | 8-11 Speed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShimano WH-MT500 27.5\" Boost Rear MTB Wheel – Centre Lock | 148x12mm | 8-11 Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"558\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Shimano WH-MT500 27.5\" Rear Wheel is a dependable and durable mountain bike wheelset component, designed to handle everything from trail riding to everyday adventures. Built around a strong aluminium rim with a 24mm internal width, Boost 148x12mm axle compatibility and Shimano's renowned hub technology, it delivers reliable performance, smooth rolling efficiency and long-lasting durability.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eDesigned for modern mountain bikes running Centre Lock disc brakes, the WH-MT500 is an excellent replacement or upgrade for riders seeking a quality Shimano wheel built to withstand demanding riding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1iz91iu\" data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"792\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e2c545\" data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"827\"\u003eShimano WH-MT500 rear MTB wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z3vws2\" data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e27.5\" (650B) wheel size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"aa4d5v\" data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eBoost 148x12mm thru-axle compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3f5s4s\" data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eCentre Lock disc brake compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z1tzia\" data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"993\"\u003eCompatible with Shimano HG 8, 9, 10 and 11-speed drivetrains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10q5n0z\" data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eStrong aluminium rim construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"peklyx\" data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e24mm internal rim width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tvavj6\" data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eOptimised for 2.0\"–2.4\" MTB tyres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"aq6wru\" data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003e24 butted stainless steel spokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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