The Spank Spoon 26-inch rim stands out as an incredibly resilient, all-purpose hoop engineered specifically to take a beating. Highly favoured by dirt jumpers, slopestyle riders, and aggressive trail builders around the globe, this 32-hole rim provides exceptional lateral stiffness and vertical compliance. Built from premium MGR 6 Series aluminium, the alloy undergoes an extensive mechanical grain reinforcement process that radically enhances material strength and fatigue life.

At the core of the Spoon’s bombproof reputation is Spank's patented OohBah inverted inner wall profile. By utilising a corrugated rim centre, Spank has drastically increased the cross-sectional rigidity of the structure. This allows the rim to be wider at 32mm externally while shedding weight where it isn't needed. This design directly prevents the tyre folding and burping that often plagues standard rims under heavy lateral loads.

To combat flat tyres, the Spoon incorporates double BeadNip technology. These dual sets of raised ridges inside the bead seat mechanically lock the tyre bead securely in place, allowing you to run lower tyre pressures with total peace of mind. The added bite of the BeadNip profile also reduces the occurrence of pinch flats on harsh landings. Finished with a heavy-duty shotpeen treatment to enhance scratch resistance, this sleeved-joint rim is the ultimate budget-friendly choice for heavy-hitting 26-inch setups.

Key Features

• OohBah Inverted Wall Profile: The unique corrugated centre well maximizes structural stiffness and rigidity across the entire profile.

• MGR 6 Series Alloy Construction: Advanced grain reinforcement alters the microscopic alloy structure to deliver exceptional impact resistance.

• Double BeadNip Technology: Features dual interior ridges that lock the tyre bead tightly in place, reducing pinch flats and bead burping.

• Shotpeen Finish: A rugged surface texture that significantly increases the fatigue life of the aluminium while resisting scratches.

• Sleeved Rim Joint: Replaces standard rigid welds with a flexible, high-strength sleeved joint that absorbs harsh impacts without cracking.

Specifications

Why This IS For You

Dirt Jumpers and Skatepark Riders: If your riding involves casing jumps, hard flat landings, and heavy lateral tail-whips, this rim is built for that exact abuse.

Budget-Conscious Builders: Perfect if you want premium, pro-tier stiffness and impact strength without paying top-dollar premium prices.

Heavy or Aggressive Riders: An ideal choice for heavier riders who regularly buckle standard lightweight trail hoops and need maximum structural support.

Traditional Tube Users: Excellent if you prefer a classic, hassle-free tyre and tube setup that can handle low pressures without constantly pinching.

High-Volume Tyre Fans: Great if you want to run tyres up to 2.4 inches wide with superb sidewall support and minimal folding in corners.

Why This May NOT Be For You

Weight-Focused XC Riders: Weighing in at 620g, this is a heavy-duty gravity rim that will feel sluggish on long cross-country climbs.

Pure Tubeless Enthusiasts: While possible with high-end rim tape, this specific rim generation is primarily optimized for standard clincher tube setups.

Large Wheel Mountain Bikers: This is a strict 26-inch legacy size and will not fit modern 27.5-inch or 29-inch mountain bike frames and forks.

BFC Pro Tip

When having this rim built up by your local shop, ensure your wheel builder uses high-quality brass external nipples rather than aluminium ones. Because the Spoon rim does not use steel eyelets in the spoke holes, brass nipples will create a much smoother interface against the raw alloy, allowing for higher spoke tension and preventing the nipples from binding or seizing over seasons of mud and water exposure!