Description The Shimano WH-RS500 Tubeless Clincher Wheelset is a lightweight, durable wheelset that's ready to train, race, or crush the unpredictable roads ahead. Building off of the success of their WH-6800 wheelset, this wheelset provides Ultegra-level performance at a more budget-friendly price. Featuring a 20.8mm wide tubeless-ready rim, the WH-RS500 performs best with tires between 23-28mm wide, while the 24mm deep rim provides a slight aerodynamic advantage without being affected by varying wind conditions. The low-profile rim spins up quickly, performing well in both sprints or climbs.
The WH-RS500 Wheelset includes quick-release skewers, rim strips, and a 10 speed cassette adapter.
Features:
Brake type: rim brake.
Claimed weight: 705g (front), 944g (rear), 1649g (wheelset).Tubeless-ready aluminum 20.8mm wide rim.
Rim depth: 24mm.
Spoke count: 16 front / 20 rear.
10 / 11 speed compatible.
Reviews Ordered by Most Relevant First
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 stars
Reviewed 4/3/2018
by H2oHK
Competitive Racer
Napa Valley, CA
Value Rating
Overall Rating
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Very happy. Own two sets. Like not worrying about flats.
If I had a third bike, then I would purchase a third set. Especially at the sale price. I race back-of-the-pack triathlon and enjoy the peace of mind they give me. I have used them for three years on the tri bike and have never had a flat - ever. I use Schwalbe Pro One Tubeless tires (linked below) and change the sealant twice each year. The set on my road bike is one year old and again, never a flat. Additionally, they will take tires up to 28mm wide. I have never ridden an expensive set of wheels on my own bike so I cannot compare to questions like, how fast do they spin up? etc. They seem to ride as well and the aero wheels that came with the tri bike and with the Mavic wheels that came with the road bike. I see some people complain about adjusting any Shimano hub, yet I have never adjusted them, so I cannot comment on how easy or difficult they are to adjust.
httpswww.biketiresdirect.comproductschwalbe-pro-one-tubeless-road-tire?fltr6481&sg500
Was this review useful to you?
Yes /
No Thank you for your feedback.
Reviewed 3/20/2018
by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
Phoenix, AZ
0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Great price and quality product
Easily installed and have been using them for about 1.5 months. They are working well.
Was this review useful to you?
Yes /
No Thank you for your feedback.
Mechanic's Corner A guide to clincher and tubular bicycle wheels.