Replacing Rim on Trance 27.5 - noob questions

[aboutfivebucks]

Hi all,

I'm a noob when it comes to replacing rims. I don't have easy access to bike shops (nearest one 850km away) so am keen to have a go at replacing the rim myself.

I've damaged my front Giant P-TRX1 27.5 rim
It's an Alloy, 28 spokes and has ETRTO 584x21 printed on the rim.

I want to replace it with something of similar quality.

Firstly can anyone recommend a replacement rim of similar quality?
Secondly - is there anything else I should check out before purchasing/ordering a RIM. eg other details or dimensions. ?

Thanks in advance.

 

[ozzybmx]

The ETRTO of 584mm is the standard size for a 27.5 rim... which means you will fit a 27.5 tyre on it.

You need to either buy the same rim or a rim with the same ERD (Effective rim diameter) or your spokes will not work.

Google "rim ERD"

 

[schred]

Am struggling to find the ERD of those rims. Quite a few 28h alloy options in the sub-$100 that would be comparable

e.g. http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/au/en/spank-oozy-trail-295-bead-bite-mtb-rim-2016/rp-prod114974

If you are replacing the front may I suggest you take the opportunity to widen the rim over the stock option which is a bit on the narrow side

 

[moorey]

There's some bargain new wheels online. I'd have a gander. Might end up cheaper anyway.

 

[moorey]

Decent wheels, rotors, cassette and tyres. Delivered free.
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/...-ztr-28-wheelset-tyres-cassette/rp-prod151454

 

[Yarrahappinni]

Bike24.com check out any DT Swiss rims. My TRX1 wheels got m512 rims.
To swap rims, zip tie the cross over of the spokes so they stand up when you take the nipples off (get some new nipples) and it's a simple swap. I trued the wheel in the frame/fork using tyre levers as guides. Not perfect but worked fine, did do a little fine tuning after a ride or two, I didn't have access to all the tools so I made do with a beer and some guess work.
The stock spokes still work as your stock rims are DT swiss, actually your wheels are DT swiss. Got a fresh set of m502 in the shed right now ready to go on.

 

[redbruce]

Not quite sure what went on here but you might get yourself a wheel upgrade (wider rim, drop 300gm).

http://www.rotorburn.com/forums/sho...heelset-with-tires-27-5&p=3103541#post3103541

Could just PM Stinky.

 

[mark22]

Good advice above be easier and heaps less hassle buying and new ones and they don't cost that much. Got some from CRC a while back very happy no problems. Just make sure you get your hub width and axle type right, pretty straight forward.

 

[aboutfivebucks]

Hey thanks everyone for the feedback.

Im feeling a little more confident now.

Enjoy.

 

[JTmofo]

Mate, I've got a used Giant S-XC2 front rim that came off my mates Trance. 15mm x 100mm. Set up tubeless and even has a used Maxxis Ardent on it. Yours for $50+ postage.

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