Hope Fortus 30W Rear Mountain Bike Wheel
The Hope Fortus 30W Rear Mountain Bike Wheel is a tough, dependable rear wheel designed for aggressive trail riding, enduro, downhill and e-MTB use. Built around Hope’s proven Fortus 30 aluminium rim and Pro 5 rear hub, it combines high strength, fast engagement and excellent serviceability for riders who want a wheel that can handle hard use in demanding conditions.
Hand finished in Hope’s Barnoldswick factory, the Fortus 30 uses a 30mm internal rim width with a strong triple-cavity construction. This gives the rim the support and durability needed for modern high-volume mountain bike tyres while maintaining a secure tyre profile for confident cornering and technical riding.
Strong 30mm Fortus Rim
The Fortus 30 rim uses a welded 6061-T6 aluminium construction with eyelets for added durability.
With a 30mm internal width and 35mm external width, it is optimised for tyres between approximately 2.4 and 2.8 inches, making it ideal for modern trail, enduro and e-bike setups.
The triple-cavity rim design is built with strength and longevity in mind, making the Fortus 30 particularly well suited to riders who prioritise durability over ultra-low weight.
Hope Pro 5 Rear Hub
At the heart of the rear wheel is Hope’s Pro 5 hub, developed from more than 30 years of hub manufacturing experience.
The Pro 5 uses an offset six-pawl freehub mechanism with up to 108 engagement points, providing rapid pickup when applying power. This helps improve response when climbing technical trails, accelerating out of corners or navigating stop-start terrain.
Improved sealing helps reduce dirt and water ingress, while Hope’s labyrinth seal is designed to minimise drag and maintain smooth freewheeling performance.
Built for Hard Trail and Enduro Use
The Fortus 30 rear wheel is built using 32 black Sapim Race stainless steel double-butted spokes with brass nipples.
This traditional J-bend spoke construction makes the wheel strong and straightforward to maintain, while also making replacement spokes easier to source than more specialised spoke designs.
The result is a robust wheel that is well suited to everything from regular UK trail riding to enduro racing, downhill riding and higher-load e-MTB use.
Tubeless Ready
The Hope Fortus 30W is tubeless compatible and supplied with rim tape and a tubeless valve.
Running tubeless can allow lower tyre pressures for improved traction and comfort while reducing the risk of pinch punctures on rough terrain.
Multiple Freehub and Axle Options
The Fortus 30 rear wheel is available in a wide range of rear axle standards, including:
135/142mm
148mm Boost
150mm
157mm
Freehub options include:
Shimano HG aluminium
Shimano HG steel
Shimano MicroSpline
SRAM XD
This makes the Fortus 30 compatible with a broad range of modern and older mountain bike drivetrains.
Centrelock or 6-Bolt Options
Depending on configuration, the wheel is available with either 6-bolt or Centrelock disc brake fitment, making it easier to match the wheel to your existing brake rotor setup.
Key Features
Tough rear mountain bike wheel for trail, enduro, downhill and e-MTB use
Hope Fortus 30 welded 6061-T6 aluminium rim
Triple-cavity rim construction for increased strength
30mm internal rim width
35mm external rim width
23mm rim depth
Optimised for 2.4"–2.8" tyres
Tubeless compatible
Tubeless tape and valve supplied
Hope Pro 5 rear hub
Up to 108-point freehub engagement
Offset six-pawl freehub design
Improved hub sealing
32-hole J-bend construction
Sapim Race stainless steel double-butted spokes
Brass spoke nipples
Available in 26", 27.5" and 29" wheel sizes
Multiple rear axle standards
Shimano HG, MicroSpline and SRAM XD freehub options
Centrelock or 6-bolt disc compatibility
Machine built and hand finished in Barnoldswick
Fully serviceable Hope hub construction
Multiple anodised hub colour options
Summary
The Hope Fortus 30W Rear Mountain Bike Wheel is a strong and dependable choice for riders who need a rear wheel capable of handling rough trails, hard impacts and year-round UK riding.
With its 30mm Fortus aluminium rim, Hope Pro 5 hub, fast engagement, tubeless compatibility and robust 32-spoke build, it delivers the durability and performance needed for aggressive trail riding, enduro, downhill and e-MTB use.
For riders who value strength, easy servicing and proven UK-built reliability, the Hope Fortus 30W rear wheel is an excellent long-term upgrade for a wide range of mountain bikes.