DT Swiss ER 1600 Spline Rear Wheel

Yes, the wheel is tubeless-ready out of the box. It includes the pre-installed tubeless tape and the necessary alloy valves, so you only need to add your preferred sealant and tires.

With an internal rim width of 22mm, this wheel is optimized for wider endurance tires. It provides excellent support and stability for tires ranging from 28mm up to 40mm or more, depending on your frame clearance.

The 36T Ratchet SL system offers a faster engagement angle compared to standard pawl-based hubs. This means when you start pedaling, power transfer is nearly instantaneous, which is particularly helpful when accelerating out of corners or navigating technical terrain.

This wheel uses a Center-Lock disc mount, which is the standard for most modern road and gravel bikes. If you are currently using 6-bolt rotors, you will need to switch to Center-Lock rotors or use a 6-bolt to Center-Lock adapter.

This specific model comes with a SRAM XDR freehub body. If you intend to run a Shimano cassette, you will need to purchase and install a separate Shimano HG or Micro Spline freehub body compatible with the DT Swiss 350 hub.

A sleeved rim joint is a reliable, cost-effective construction method where the rim ends are joined by an internal sleeve. While it is slightly heavier than a welded rim, it is structurally robust and perfectly suited for the endurance riding this wheel is designed for.