Zipp 404 Firecrest Carbon TL Disc CL RearEngineered for performance, this rear wheel features a high-quality carbon rim construction for an excellent combination of stiffness, strength and an overall low weight on your ride. Zipp has also kitted out this model with some of its finest technologies including a hookless tubeless rim profile that's perfect for modern road, time trial or triathlon racing. This means you'll enjoy tubeless benefits such as the ability to run lower tyre pressures for increased stability, comfort and fewer chances of flats or punctures. Another highlight is its Centre-Lock disc brake compatibility, which allows for powerful and consistent braking performance as you maintain your momentum.Carbon Rear Wheel with Hookless, Tubeless Rim ProfileThe 404's heritage as Zipp's icon of speed extends back decades, and its future is even brighter. At 58mm deep, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless is ideal for road races, time trial and triathlon, gran fondos, and riding over varied terrain. This wheel's 23mm internal width is perfect for running wider tubeless tyres at reduced air pressure, while its use of hookless (straight side) rims is integral to Making You Faster. With hookless, the transition between the tyre and the rim is more seamless and aero. Zipp's hookless rims also have more efficient resin distribution, which results in a lighter, stronger wheel.Total System Efficiency and ABLC Sawtooth TechnologyReady for racing, this rear wheel is equipped with Zipp's Total System Efficiency (TSE) technology, which is an approach to speed on ever-changing roads and riding conditions. Specifically, TSE focuses on overcoming specific barriers to speed such as wind resistance, gravity, rolling resistance, and vibration losses. With the addition of ABLC Sawtooth technology, this model also uses an intricate dimpling pattern to improve aero efficiency. Coming complete with a German-engineered ZR1 DB hub that's versatile and durable, the Zipp 404 Firecrest Carbon TL Disc CL Rear wheel is a great choice of upgrade for road riding and racing.Features: Rim Material: Carbon, hookless Rim Finish: Unidirectional (UD) fibre, adhesive decals Axle Size: 12x142mm thru-axle Use: Road, Triathlon and Time Trial Rim Profile: Symmetrical Inner Rim Width: 23mm Max Outside Width: 28mm Rim Depth: 58mm Wheel Size: 700c Tubeless Ready: Yes, tubeless-ready hookless design Tyre Compatibility: Tubeless tyres only (hookless) Max Tyre Pressure: 73psi Brake Type: Centre Lock disc brake Hub: ZR1 Disc Brake Freehub: Multiple options available to select Axle Material: Aluminium Nipple Material: Aluminium Nipple Anti-Rotation: Sapim Secure-Loc Spoke Type: CX-Ray Spoke Count: 24 Spoke Pattern: 2 cross Drive Side Spoke Length: 248mm Non-Drive Side Spoke Length: 252mm Bearings: Cartridge Steel bearings Surface Texture: ABLC SawTooth Single or Pair: Single rear wheel Max Recommended Rider Weight: 250lbs Weight: 981gTechnologies: Versatile aero wheel for the modern road bike with tubeless and hookless rim profile. Optimized tyre bed for easy tyre installation. Wide 23mm rim profile creates a better tyre interface to be fast on or off the road. ZR1 DB hub is engineered in Germany with a better seal design for improved durability and quicker response with 66 points of engagement. Centre locking rotor interface. Lifetime warranty.Buy Zipp Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Zipp’s 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is the icon of speed with three decades of use.The 404’s heritage as Zipp’s icon of speed extends back decades, and its future is even brighter. At 58mm deep, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless is ideal for road races, time trial and triathlon, and gran fondos. The wheelset’s 23mm internal width is perfect for running wider tubeless tires at reduced air pressure. That is a vital component of Total System Efficiency, or TSE, an approach to speed on ever-changing roads and riding conditions. Specifically, TSE focuses on overcoming specific barriers to speed: wind resistance, gravity, rolling resistance, and vibration losses. Zipp’s ABLC Sawtooth Technology uses an intricate dimpling pattern to improve aero efficiency. Zipp’s use of hookless (straight side) rims in the 404 Firecrest is integral to Making You Faster. With hookless, the transition between the tire and the rim is more seamless and aero. Zipp’s hookless rims have more efficient resin distribution, which means lighter, stronger wheels. Outdoor testing commissioned by Zipp revealed the real-world gains of Zipp TSE. A bike- and-rider system weighing 85kg (187lbs) on the new 404 Firecrest with 25mm tires required 286 watts to maintain a speed of 40kph. That’s a 4-watt savings compared with the previous model 404 Firecrest. At the center of the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is a versatile and durable hubset, the German-engineered ZR1 DB. If you had to choose just one wheel for road riding and racing, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc brake is a savvy and speedy choice. TECHNOLOGY: Total System Efficiency ,ABLC Dimples .FEATURES: Versatile race wheelset for the modern road race bike with tubeless and hookless rim profile ,Optimized tire bed for easy tire installation ,Wide 23mm rim profile creates a better tire interface to be fast on or off the road ,New ZR1 DB hub is engineered in Germany with better seal design for improved durability and quicker response with 66 points of engagement ,Ships with 12mm front and rear end caps ,Center locking rotor interface. Lockring is included with the wheels,The 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is about 370 grams lighter than its predecessor ,1450g wheelset* ,Front 660g Rear 790g ,Lifetime Warranty .*Lightest configuration: 12mm through axles and XDR body. No tape or valve included in weight
The 404’s heritage as Zipp’s icon of speed extends back decades, and its future is even brighter. At 58mm deep, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless is ideal for road races, time trial and triathlon, and gran fondos. The wheelset’s 23mm internal width is perfect for running wider tubeless tires at reduced air pressure. That is a vital component of Total System Efficiency, or TSE, an approach to speed on ever-changing roads and riding conditions. Specifically, TSE focuses on overcoming specific barriers to speed: wind resistance, gravity, rolling resistance, and vibration losses. Zipp’s ABLC Sawtooth Technology uses an intricate dimpling pattern to improve aero efficiency. Zipp’s use of hookless (straight side) rims in the 404 Firecrest is integral to Making You Faster. With hookless, the transition between the tire and the rim is more seamless and aero. Zipp’s hookless rims have more efficient resin distribution, which means lighter, stronger wheels.Outdoor testing commissioned by Zipp revealed the real-world gains of Zipp TSE. A bike- and-rider system weighing 85kg (187lbs) on the new 404 Firecrest with 25mm tires required 286 watts to maintain a speed of 40kph. That’s a 4-watt savings compared with the previous model 404 Firecrest. At the center of the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is a versatile and durable hubset, the German-engineered ZR1 DB. If you had to choose just one wheel for road riding and racing, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc brake is a savvy and speedy choice. TECHNOLOGY: Total System Efficiency ,ABLC Dimples .FEATURES: Versatile race wheelset for the modern road race bike with tubeless and hookless rim profile ,Optimized tire bed for easy tire installation ,Wide 23mm rim profile creates a better tire interface to be fast on or off the road ,New ZR1 DB hub is engineered in Germany with better seal design for improved durability and quicker response with 66 points of engagement ,Ships with 12mm front and rear end caps ,Center locking rotor interface. Lockring is included with the wheels ,XDR or SRAM/Shimano driver bodies ,Campagnolo driver body sold separately ,The 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is about 370 grams lighter than its predecessor ,1450g wheelset* ,Front 660g Rear 790g ,Lifetime Warranty .*Lightest configuration: 12mm through axles and XDR body. No tape or valve included in weight
Specification:Orientation (wheels): Front,Size (wheels): 700c,Rim construction: Carbon,Tire compatibility: Clincher Tubeless Ready,Rim depth: 58mm,Surface texture: ABLC Dimples,Brake compatibility: Disc (Center Lock),Rim - inside width: 19mm,Rim profile: Symmetrical,Rim finish: UD fiber, Impress technology,Color (Decal): Standard,Nipple material: Aluminum,Nipple anti-rotation: Sapim Secure-Loc,Spoke type: CX-Sprint,Spoke count: 24,Spoke pattern: 2 Cross,Hub: ZR1 Disc Brake,Driver body type: n/a,Color (hub): Black,Axle type (Wheels): TA 12x100,Axle material: Aluminum front & rear,Bearings: Cartridge - Steel,Driver Mechanism: n/a,Driver body material: n/a,Max tire pressure: 125psi,Max recommended rider weight: 250lbs.
Zipp’s 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is the icon of speed with three decades of use. The 404’s heritage as Zipp’s icon of speed extends back decades, and its future is even brighter. At 58mm deep, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless is ideal for road races, time trial and triathlon, and gran fondos. The wheelset’s 23mm internal width is perfect for running wider tubeless tires at reduced air pressure. That is a vital component of Total System Efficiency, or TSE, an approach to speed on ever-changing roads and riding conditions. Specifically, TSE focuses on overcoming specific barriers to speed: wind resistance, gravity, rolling resistance, and vibration losses. Zipp’s ABLC Sawtooth Technology uses an intricate dimpling pattern to improve aero efficiency. Zipp’s use of hookless (straight side) rims in the 404 Firecrest is integral to Making You Faster. With hookless, the transition between the tire and the rim is more seamless and aero. Zipp’s hookless rims have more efficient resin distribution, which means lighter, stronger wheels. Outdoor testing commissioned by Zipp revealed the real-world gains of Zipp TSE. A bike- and-rider system weighing 85kg (187lbs) on the new 404 Firecrest with 25mm tires required 286 watts to maintain a speed of 40kph. That’s a 4-watt savings compared with the previous model 404 Firecrest. At the center of the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is a versatile and durable hubset, the German-engineered ZR1 DB. If you had to choose just one wheel for road riding and racing, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc brake is a savvy and speedy choice. Technology: Total System Efficiency ABLC Dimples Features: Versatile race wheelset for the modern road race bike with tubeless and hookless rim profile Optimized tire bed for easy tire installation Wide 23mm rim profile creates a better tire interface to be fast on or off the road New ZR1 DB hub is engineered in Germany with better seal design for improved durability and quicker response with 66 points of engagement Ships with 12mm front and rear end caps Center locking rotor interface. Lockring is included with the wheels XDR or SRAM/Shimano driver bodies Campagnolo driver body sold separately The 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is about 370 grams lighter than its predecessor 1450g wheelset* Front 660g Rear 790g Lifetime Warranty *Lightest configuration: 12mm through axles and XDR body. No tape or valve included in weight
Zipp’s 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is the icon of speed with three decades of use. The 404’s heritage as Zipp’s icon of speed extends back decades, and its future is even brighter. At 58mm deep, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless is ideal for road races, time trial and triathlon, and gran fondos. The wheelset’s 23mm internal width is perfect for running wider tubeless tires at reduced air pressure. That is a vital component of Total System Efficiency, or TSE, an approach to speed on ever-changing roads and riding conditions. Specifically, TSE focuses on overcoming specific barriers to speed: wind resistance, gravity, rolling resistance, and vibration losses. Zipp’s ABLC Sawtooth Technology uses an intricate dimpling pattern to improve aero efficiency. Zipp’s use of hookless (straight side) rims in the 404 Firecrest is integral to Making You Faster. With hookless, the transition between the tire and the rim is more seamless and aero. Zipp’s hookless rims have more efficient resin distribution, which means lighter, stronger wheels. Outdoor testing commissioned by Zipp revealed the real-world gains of Zipp TSE. A bike- and-rider system weighing 85kg (187lbs) on the new 404 Firecrest with 25mm tires required 286 watts to maintain a speed of 40kph. That’s a 4-watt savings compared with the previous model 404 Firecrest. At the center of the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is a versatile and durable hubset, the German-engineered ZR1 DB. If you had to choose just one wheel for road riding and racing, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc brake is a savvy and speedy choice. Technology: Total System Efficiency ABLC Dimples Features: Versatile race wheelset for the modern road race bike with tubeless and hookless rim profile Optimized tire bed for easy tire installation Wide 23mm rim profile creates a better tire interface to be fast on or off the road New ZR1 DB hub is engineered in Germany with better seal design for improved durability and quicker response with 66 points of engagement Ships with 12mm front and rear end caps Center locking rotor interface. Lockring is included with the wheels XDR or SRAM/Shimano driver bodies Campagnolo driver body sold separately The 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is about 370 grams lighter than its predecessor 1450g wheelset* Front 660g Rear 790g Lifetime Warranty *Lightest configuration: 12mm through axles and XDR body. No tape or valve included in weight
Zipp s 404 Firecrest Carbon Tubeless Disc Brake is the icon of speed with three decades of use. The 404 s heritage as Zipp s icon of speed extends back decades and its future is even brighter. At 58mm deep, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless is ideal for road races, time trial and triathlon and gran fondos. The wheelset s 23mm internal width is perfect for running wider tubeless tyres at reduced air pressure.Technology: Total System Efficiency, ABLC DimplesVersatile race wheels for the modern road race bike with tubeless and hookless rim profileOptimized tyre bed for easy tyre installationWide 23mm rim profile creates a better tyre interface to be fast on or off the roadNew ZR1 DB hub is engineered in Germany with better seal design for improved durability and quicker response with 66 points of engagementShips with 12mm front and rear end capsCentre locking rotor interface. Lockring is included with the wheelsXDR or SRAM/Shimano driver bodies (Campagnolo driver body sold separately)The 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc brake is about 370 grams lighter than its predecessor - 1450g wheelset* - Front 660g Rear 790gLifetime Warranty*Lightest configuration: 12mm through axles and XDR body. No tape or valve included in weightThat is a vital component of Total System Efficiency, or TSE, an approach to speed on ever-changing roads and riding conditions. Specifically, TSE focuses on overcoming specific barriers to speed: wind resistance, gravity, rolling resistance, and vibration losses. Zipp s ABLC Sawtooth Technology uses an intricate dimpling pattern to improve aero efficiency. Zipp s use of hookless (straight side) rims in the 404 Firecrest is integral to making you faster. With hookless, the transition between the tyre and the rim is more seamless and aero. Zipp s hookless rims have more efficient resin distribution, which means lighter, stronger wheels. Outdoor testing commissioned by Zipp revealed the real-world gains of Zipp TSE. A bike and rider system weighing 85kg (187lbs) on the new 404 Firecrest with 25mm tyres required 286 watts to maintain a speed of 40kph. That s a 4-watt savings compared with the previous model 404 Firecrest. At the centre of the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is a versatile and durable hub set, the German engineered ZR1 DB. If you had to choose just one wheel for road riding and racing, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc brake is a savvy and speedy choice.
Zipp s 404 Firecrest Carbon Tubeless Disc Brake is the icon of speed with three decades of use. The 404 s heritage as Zipp s icon of speed extends back decades and its future is even brighter. At 58mm deep, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless is ideal for road races, time trial and triathlon and gran fondos. The wheelset s 23mm internal width is perfect for running wider tubeless tyres at reduced air pressure.Technology: Total System Efficiency, ABLC DimplesVersatile race wheels for the modern road race bike with tubeless and hookless rim profileOptimized tyre bed for easy tyre installationWide 23mm rim profile creates a better tyre interface to be fast on or off the roadNew ZR1 DB hub is engineered in Germany with better seal design for improved durability and quicker response with 66 points of engagementShips with 12mm front and rear end capsCentre locking rotor interface. Lockring is included with the wheelsXDR or SRAM/Shimano driver bodies (Campagnolo driver body sold separately)The 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc brake is about 370 grams lighter than its predecessor - 1450g wheelset* - Front 660g Rear 790gLifetime Warranty*Lightest configuration: 12mm through axles and XDR body. No tape or valve included in weightThat is a vital component of Total System Efficiency, or TSE, an approach to speed on ever-changing roads and riding conditions. Specifically, TSE focuses on overcoming specific barriers to speed: wind resistance, gravity, rolling resistance, and vibration losses. Zipp s ABLC Sawtooth Technology uses an intricate dimpling pattern to improve aero efficiency. Zipp s use of hookless (straight side) rims in the 404 Firecrest is integral to making you faster. With hookless, the transition between the tyre and the rim is more seamless and aero. Zipp s hookless rims have more efficient resin distribution, which means lighter, stronger wheels. Outdoor testing commissioned by Zipp revealed the real-world gains of Zipp TSE. A bike and rider system weighing 85kg (187lbs) on the new 404 Firecrest with 25mm tyres required 286 watts to maintain a speed of 40kph. That s a 4-watt savings compared with the previous model 404 Firecrest. At the centre of the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is a versatile and durable hub set, the German engineered ZR1 DB. If you had to choose just one wheel for road riding and racing, the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc brake is a savvy and speedy choice.
First launched in 2011, Zipp’s 404 Firecrest wheelsets are not only firmly established as one of the fastest wheels on the market, but also they have arguably helped shape the entire category of modern aerodynamic wheels. This iteration, to use the company’s term, is no less than a ‘Speed Weapon’; a ‘weapon’ that boasts a 58mm-deep rim and weighs less than ever at 1470g. It is now cheaper than before, making this a product that’s virtually a no brainer. Whether you’re looking for a wheelset fit for a Spring Classic, time trial, triathlon, or simply to compete against your mates on the weekend club run, this is an option which is hard to look past. Single Purpose: Speed Whereas the 303 Firecrest is Zipp’s premium all-rounder, which’ll happily serve its rider on or off road, the 404 is all about going fast. Somewhat unusually, the company aren’t claiming to have made a more aerodynamic rim, quite the opposite. As the rim is wider, the shape is actually less aerodynamic than the previous version. However, a multitude of other enhancements — what has been termed Total System Efficiency (TSE) — has enabled the developers to produce a faster-overall wheelset. In addition to examining how wind resistance affects the wheels, the effect of gravity, rolling resistance, and vibration losses have also been tested. Notably, the internal width of the rim is now wider at 23mm, and has been optimised for a tyre of 25–28mm — depending on rider size. This allows the tyre to be ran at a lower pressure and in turn means it can roll more smoothly over imperfect road surfaces, increasing efficiency and making for a faster wheel overall. The weight of the wheelset has also been reduced, increasing its speed and lessening the impact of gravity when going up-hill. All this adds up to a wheel that is faster on varied terrain and ever-changing riding conditions. Going Hookless Hookless rims are slowly becoming the de-facto choice for wheel makers, at least in the high-end wheel space. What this means is, instead of the traditional ‘hook’ on the inside of the rim, the wall is straight. This comes with a number of manufacturer-claimed benefits. For one, with a hookless rim, the transition between the tyre and rim is less abrupt, which helps to cut a cleaner shape through the air. As well as the performance benefits, hookless rims are also cheaper, easier, and more environmentally friendly to produce, all of which amounts to cost savings for the buyer. The Hub Spinning the wheelset is an all-new, German-engineered, versatile and durable hubset. Using a six-pawl freehub, with 66-point engagement, the hub has a pick-up angle of 5.45 degrees so that when you put the power down, it’s translated to forward motion almost instantly. Overall, if you are looking for just one wheelset for road riding, be that for racing or simply for fun, then the 404 Firecrest is a difficult option to look past. Product Features Versatile aero wheelset for the modern road bike with tubeless and hookless rim profile Optimised tyre bed for easy tyre installation Wide 23mm-rim profile creates a better tyre interface to be fast on or off the road New ZR1 DB hub, with 66 points of engagement, is engineered in Germany with better seal design for improved durability and quicker response Ships with 12mm front and rear-end caps Disc brake wheelset Centerlock rotor interface. Lockring is included with the wheels XDR™ or SRAM/Shimano driver bodies Campagnolo driver body sold separately Lifetime warranty
Zipp’s 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc brake is a pro-proven Speed Weapon for any situation. The 404’s heritage as Zipp’s icon of speed extends back decades and its future is even brighter. At 58mm deep the 404 Firecrest Tubeless is ideal for road races time trial and triathlon gran fondos and riding over varied terrain. The wheelset’s 23mm internal width is perfect for running wider tubeless tires at reduced air pressure. That is a vital component of Total System Efficiency™ or TSE™ an approach to speed on ever-changing roads and riding conditions. Specifically TSE™ focuses on overcoming specific barriers to speed: wind resistance gravity rolling resistance and vibration losses. Zipp’s ABLC™ Sawtooth™ Technology uses an intricate dimpling pattern to improve aero efficiency. Zipp’s use of hookless (straight side) rims in the 404 Firecrest is integral to Making You Faster. With hookless the transition between the tire and the rim is more seamless and aero. Zipp’s hookless rims have more efficient resin distribution which means lighter stronger wheels. At the center of the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc-brake is a versatile and durable new hubset the German-engineered ZR1 DB. If you had to choose just one wheel for road riding and racing the 404 Firecrest Tubeless Disc brake is a savvy and speedy choice. FEATURES Versatile aero wheelset for the modern road bike with tubeless and hookless rim profile Optimized tire bed for easy tire installation Wide 23mm rim profile creates a better tire interface to be fast on or off the road New ZR1 DB hub is engineered in Germany with better seal design for improved durability and quicker response with 66 points of engagement Ships with 12mm front and rear end caps Center locking rotor interface. Lockring is included with the wheels XDR™ or SRAM/Shimano driver bodies Campagnolo driver body sold separately Lifetime warranty SPECIFICATIONS SIZE (WHEELS) 700c RIM CONSTRUCTION Carbon – Hookless TIRE COMPATIBILITY Tubeless tires only BRAKE COMPATIBILITY Disc (Center Lock) DRIVER BODY TYPE n/a SRAM XDR SRAM/Shimano Road RIM - INSIDE WIDTH 23mm RIM FINISH UD fiber adhesive decals RIM PROFILE Symmetrical SPOKE LENGTH DS 248mm 254mm SPOKE LENGTH NDS 252mm WEIGHT (G) 1450 WEIGHT BASED ON Estimated lightest weight for wheelset configuration: 12mm through axles and XDR body. No tape or valve included in weight. Not yet final.
Zipp 454 NSW Carbon TL Rear Road Disc WheelDelivering fantastic speed, comfort and durability on every mile, this road bike rear wheel is equipped with a high-quality carbon rim construction and some of Zipp's finest technologies. Featuring a Sawtooth rim with Hyperfoil nodes and HexFin ABLC dimple pattern, this model is engineered for top aero and crosswind-stability performance with an undulating 53/58mm rim depth. Wind tunnel, CFD and real-world tested, its patented shape achieves something conventional aero wheels cannot by simultaneously reducing both aerodynamic drag and side force for the ultimate in AeroBalance.Tubeless Ready Carbon Road Bike Rear WheelZipp's ultimate all-around speed weapon is now tubeless ready. This means you get all of the aero advantages of the 454 NSW Tubeless Disc-brake wheel with the added benefit of increased cornering grip and compliance with reduced rolling resistance. Its 19mm internal width is also optimised for running wider tubeless tyres at reduced air pressure for improved stability, greater comfort and fewer chances of flats or punctures.Centre Lock Disc Brake CompatibilityReady for wherever your next ride takes you, this rear wheel is kitted out with Centre Lock disc brake compatibility for powerful and consistent braking operation. Keeping you in full control of the ride, the Zipp 454 NSW Carbon TL Disc Brake CLock Rear 2021 is a perfect upgrade for riders who want to enjoy greater speed, aerodynamics and an overall lighter weight on their road bike.Features: Rim Material: Carbon Rim Finish: Unidirectional (UD) Fibre Rim Graphics: Impress Technology Axle Size: 12x142mm Use: Road Rim Type: Clincher Rim Profile: Symmetrical with Hooks Inner Rim Width: 19mm Hub: Cognition DB with scalloped edge hubshell design Freehub: Multiple options available to select Drive Side Spoke Length: 248mm, 254mm Non Drive Side Spoke Length: 252mm, 254mm Tyre Compatibility: Tube-type or tubeless tyres Tubeless Ready: Yes Size: 700c Brake Compatibility: Centre Lock disc brake Single or Pair: Single Weight: 955gTechnologies: Cognition Hub: With the Cognition hub's Axial Clutch technology, Zipp reduced drag by disengaging the ratchet mechanism when coasting. So you can approach corners at higher speeds, and ultimately, save time. A star-flanged straight-pull hubshell design on the rear hub distributes the load placed on the hub flange away from the bearings. Zipp also developed a unique scalloped edge hubshell design for the front hub (front wheel available separately). This scalloped design maintains the bearing bore diameter when high radial spoke tension is applied. That means you get bearings that quietly stay in place, roll faster, last longer, and provide a laterally stiffer hub. Impress: Zipp has employed ImPress graphics technology on this model, which prints graphics directly on the wheel, to help allow the dimples to do what they were design to do - help control vortex shedding, the rate at which air sheds off the wheel. Managing this is crucial to stability. Sawtooth: SawTooth is the name given to Zipp NSW's patented variable depth 53/58mm rims. Developed utilising the principles of the emerging science of biomimicry, Zipp engineers began the rigorous aero development process of SawTooth utilising the wind tunnel, CFD, and real-world testing. The result is a rim shape that takes nature's most elegant design solutions and combines engineering precision to deliver a wheel that performs unlike any made before. This patented rim shape achieves something conventional aero wheels cannot; it simultaneously reduces both aerodynamic drag and side force for the ultimate in AeroBalance. Sawtooth accomplishes this with a series of patented fin-shaped Hyperfoil nodes along the inner diameter of the rim that work together with HexFin ABLC dimples for improved airflow. The result is Zipp's highest performing wheel ever released with both aero-drag reduction and reduced side force at all wind yaw angles. This is important because higher wind yaw angles are where bike handling is most affected by the wind. Axial Clutch: With Cognition's Axial Clutch technology, Zipp reduced drag by disengaging the ratchet mechanism when coasting. With less internal hub drag a rider can pedal less when drafting in a headwind, achieve higher speeds when coasting in an aero tuck, or opt to stop pedalling a moment sooner before entering a corner and bank that wattage for use exiting the corner. Axial Clutch technology also allows riders to maintain speed through corners that don't require braking input, thereby increasing corner exit speeds. Inside the Axial Clutch mechanism Zipp use magnets, rather than steel springs, to move and engage the lightweight Metal Injection Molded (MIM) ratchet rings for unmatched reliability and consistent operation. With 36 points of engagement that all interlock simultaneously, there isn't a more secure freehub mechanism on the market. XDR Freehub Option: The XDR driver body option is available to select separately. It is a universal mounting system for cassettes that incorporate cogs with fewer than 11 teeth. It allows for lighter and more versatile drivetrains without requiring new rear axle standards, cassette tools or hub redesigns. The XDR interface is 1.85mm longer than XD and is designed for road hub applications. XDR driver bodies are compatible with all XD cassettes when the cassette is installed with a 1.85mm spacer.Manufacturer's Part Numbers: Shimano/SRAM 10/11 speed: ZPWH8617000 SRAM XD XDR 10/11/12 speed: ZPWH8617001Buy Zipp Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Zipp’s 454 NSW Tubeless Disc-brake is the ultimate road racing wheelset. This wheel delivers everything the performance cyclist demands.It’s aerodynamically efficient and stable in all wind conditions. What’s more, a wider rim is designed for tubeless tires at lower pressure for reduced rolling resistance and vibration damping, so you’ll lose as little energy as possible out on the road. This wheel is optimized for 25mm tubeless tires for all out speed. The 454 NSW features Zipp’s most advanced technologies. Its undulating 58mm Sawtooth rim shape with Hyperfoils is our most aerodynamic and stable wheel in the 404 family. The 454 NSW Tubeless Disc- brake wheelset is roughly a pound (more than 400 grams) lighter than its predecessor! Zipp’s use of hookless (straight side) rims in the 454 NSW is integral to Making You Faster. With hookless, the transition between the tire and the rim is more seamless and aero. Zipp’s hookless rims have more efficient resin distribution, which means lighter, stronger wheels. Outdoor testing commissioned by Zipp revealed the real-world gains of Zipp Total System Efficiency (TSE). A bike-and-rider system weighing 85kg (187lbs) on the new 454 NSW with 25mm tires required 278 watts to maintain a speed of 40kph. That’s a 10-watt savings compared with the previous model 454 NSW. At the center of the 454 NSW is the Cognition V2 Hubset re-engineered with an updated Axial Clutch V2 mechanism for quicker engagement, lower friction, and improved durability.TECHNOLOGY: Total System Efficiency ,ImPress ,Sawtooth ,Axial Clutch V2 .FEATURES: Cognition hubset rolls efficiently whether you are pedaling or coasting with Axial Clutch V2 technology ,The 454 NSW Tubeless Disc- brake is roughly a pound (more than 400 grams) lighter than its predecessor ,TSE for greater efficiency and reduced rolling resistance ,Sawtooth rim with Hyperfoil nodes and HexFin ABLC dimple pattern for top aero and crosswind- stability performance with an undulating 53/58mm rim depth ,Zipp graphics applied using Zipp’s ImPress direct-print technology ,XDR or SRAM/Shimano driver bodies ,Ships with 12mm front and rear end caps ,Center locking rotor interface. Lockring is included with the wheels ,Campagnolo driver body sold separately ,1358g wheelset* ,Front 631g Rear 727g ,Lifetime Warranty .*Lightest configuration: 12mm through axles and XDR body. No tape or valve included in weight