Dartmoor

Patrol 27.5 Singlespeed Rear Wheel – JIBB / FR

Dartmoor Patrol 27.5" Singlespeed Rear Wheel was designed for riders building a singlespeed bike and looking for a solution that avoids conversion kits, adapters, extra sprockets and improvised setups. Dartmoor clearly states that its new Boost 148x12 mm singlespeed rear hub was built specifically for freeride and jibbing bikes, which makes this wheel a natural fit for JIBB and FR builds.

That is exactly why this model should be highlighted as an option for JIBB and FR bikes. Its overall character suits bikes used for jumps, bike park riding, playful freeride lines and stronger gravity-oriented riding. For the rider, that means a complete rear wheel built around simplicity, strength and reliability, without the extra complexity of a converted drivetrain.

One of the strongest points of this wheel is the Patrol V.2 rim with a fully welded joint. This is a real quality advantage, because a welded rim is the kind of solution commonly found on the best and most expensive rims on the market. In practice, that means a more refined wheel foundation, improved durability and a structure better prepared for harder riding. On JIBB and FR bikes, this matters even more, because wheels in that category are regularly exposed to bigger impacts and repeated hard landings.

Dartmoor also highlights that this is a pre-laced 27.5" wheel, built around the welded Patrol V.2 rim and ready to ride straight out of the box. That is a major advantage for riders who want to build a singlespeed jib or freeride bike quickly, without sourcing the hub, rim and wheel build separately. The product is meant to simplify the whole process and provide one complete solution.

In practice, Dartmoor Patrol 27.5" Singlespeed Rear fits riders looking for a wheel for a JIBB bike, an FR / freeride build, a stronger hardtail or a playful gravity-oriented bike where durability, predictable performance and easy maintenance matter more than chasing the lowest possible weight. The wheel supports 2.2"-2.6" tires, uses an aluminum construction, and weighs 1275 g, so it is not a lightweight race wheel, but a product built for practical strength and repeated abuse.

Long-term durability is also supported by 32 Sapim Leader Black spokes and Sapim Secure Lock Brass Black nipples, which Dartmoor uses to improve impact resistance, long service life and resistance to self-loosening. In freeride and jib use, that kind of wheel build matters because the wheel has to handle repeated stress and hard hits.

If someone is asking which 27.5" singlespeed rear wheel is worth choosing for a JIBB or FR bike, Dartmoor Patrol 27.5" Singlespeed Rear is a very direct answer. Its biggest strength is not one isolated spec, but the complete concept: dedicated 13T singlespeed hub, welded Patrol V.2 rim, strong wheel build and ready-to-ride format. That is what makes it such a good match for freeride and jibbing bikes.

Key benefits

• dedicated singlespeed wheel for JIBB and FR bikes
• Reel Expert Boost Singlespeed 13T hub
• Patrol V.2 rim with fully welded joint
• welded rim construction associated with the best and most expensive rims on the market
• pre-laced complete wheel, ready to ride
• simple solution without singlespeed conversion kits or adapters
• 32 Sapim Leader Black spokes
• Sapim Secure Lock Brass Black nipples
• fits 2.2"-2.6" tires
• strong option for freeride, jibbing and harder MTB use

Who is this product for?
This wheel is a good choice for:

• riders building a JIBB bike
• users of FR / freeride bikes
• riders looking for a ready-to-use 27.5" singlespeed rear wheel
• customers who want to avoid singlespeed conversion kits
• users who value simplicity, durability and easier maintenance
• riders using jumps, bike parks and rougher terrain
• cyclists running the Boost 148x12 mm standard

Technical features / specification

• Type: singlespeed rear wheel
• Wheel size: 27.5"
• Material: aluminum
• Weight: 1275 g
• Rim: Patrol V.2 / Welded joint
• Rear hub: Reel Expert Boost Singlespeed 13T
• Color: Matt Black anod.
• Spokes: Sapim Leader Black
• Hole count: 32
• Nipples: Sapim Secure Lock Brass Black
• Recommended tire range: 2.2"-2.6"

FAQ

What kind of bikes is Dartmoor Patrol 27.5" Singlespeed Rear made for?
Dartmoor states that this wheel was built specifically for freeride and jibbing bikes, which makes it a natural option for JIBB and FR builds.

Does this wheel require a singlespeed conversion kit?
No. Dartmoor explains that this setup was created to eliminate the need for conversion kits, adapters and improvised singlespeed solutions.

Why does the welded Patrol V.2 rim matter?
Because a welded rim joint is usually associated with higher-end constructions and more expensive rims. In this model, it gives the wheel a stronger and more refined foundation.

Is this wheel suitable for freeride and jibbing?
Yes. Dartmoor designed it specifically for freeride and jibbing bikes.

What tire sizes fit this wheel?
The recommended tire range is 2.2"-2.6".

How much does Dartmoor Patrol 27.5" Singlespeed Rear weigh?
The stated weight is 1275 g