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 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 808 Firecrest® Carbon Clincher is pure engineering science. It has to be. To achieve speed with an 82mm rim depth is one thing, but to be fast but also high crosswind stability, well, that requires serious attention to detail. Yet that’s just what the 808 Firecrest Carbon Clincher accomplishes – speed with stability, what we call AeroBalance™ – which has made it a longtime favorite of triathletes, time trial specialists, as well as any cyclist in search of free speed. At Zipp, that search for aero efficiency is unrelenting. To that end, the latest iteration of the 808 Firecrest Carbon Clincher provides more speed, better control, and greater stopping power than its predecessor: More Speed: Revised rim profile for reduced aerodynamic drag developed by our advanced development team in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. Greater AeroBalance™: ABLC™ Sawtooth™ Technology, a complex dimpling pattern first developed for our top-level NSW wheel lineup. This technology helps reduce high yaw drag while improving crosswind stability. This helps to achieve the optimization of low aerodynamic drag and crosswind stability, which we call AeroBalance. Better braking: Zipp’s ShowStopper™ textured braking surface delivers unrivalled rim braking performance in wet or dry conditions. Lighter Weight: The 808 Firecrest Carbon Clincher is 55 grams lighter than its previous iteration.
Zipp never fail disappoint with their wheels, and the Zipp 303 S disc rear wheel is no exception. In this series, the American brand have not only incorporated their trademark speed and low weight into the wheels, they're also touting the durability, versatility, and lower-than-usual price point. Boasting a 45 mm-deep rim profile and an ability to fit wide tires, this is a rear wheel equally suited to fast bunch rides as it is exploring off road. This listing is for a rear wheel only. You can also buy the complete wheelset or the front wheel separately. Faster, Lighter, Stronger The Zipp 303 S rear wheel is equally well suited to racing smooth continental roads and cobbled farm tracks as they are exploring off-road. This isn't just a race day wheel, it's a wheel for training and racing all-year round. Although the Zipp 303 S rear wheel offers all-round performance, that's not to say it doesn't live up to the pedigree of the Zipp name. The 45mm-deep rim, coupled with a respectable total weight (front and rear combined) of 1530 grams, makes these a fast set of rims in any condition. They blend aerodynamic advantage and weight excellently to ensure you're able roll along in the bunch effortlessly and don't feel bogged down when fighting against gravity. Wider and Faster The current trend is for bike rims to be wider than they traditionally were. The benefit of wider rims is they'll seat wider tyres, which in turn means you need a lower pressure to fill the tyre. Combined, this adds up to a smoother ride, more grip while cornering, and quicker rolling tyres. What's not to like? This rear wheel is optimised for a 28 mm tyre but can accommodate up to 50 mm tyres. Product Features Carbon-fiber rims 45mm-rim depth 23mm-internal rim width 27mm-external rim width Optimized for 28mm tires, but accommodates up to 50mm Hookless rim Only compatible with tubeless tires Disc brake (centre-lock) compatible 76 / 176 DB hubs with Center locking interface XDR driver body option Through axles - 12x142mm rear Sapim CX-Sprint J bend spokes. 24 front and rear. Brass nipples Lifetime warranty Includes wheelset, tubeless rim tape, tubeless valves, center-lock lock ring
Zipp 302 Carbon Rim-Brake Rear WheelZipp 302 guarantees achievable speed, with a 45mm deep rim optimized for low aerodynamic drag and predictable handling in all riding conditions. The 302 achieves this at a price point that makes Zipp carbon quality and performance more attainable than ever. The 302’s Indianapolis-made smooth carbon rim is mated to Zipp's new J-bend hubs to assemble a wheel that is both fast and reliable. Assembled by hand in Indianapolis with 20 Belgian Sapim CX-Sprint spokes up front and 24 out back, the 302 is equally suited to training rides or duking it out at your local criterium series.SPECIFICATIONS Rim Dimensions45mm Profile. 16.25mm InternalTubeless Compatible NoWeight905gHubZR76 J-Bend. OLD 130mm. Quick Release Axle. Shimano 11v. BlackSpokesSapim CX-Sprint. J-BendSpoke Count24HRim TechnologyCarbon FibreMax PSI125psiRider Weight Limit115kgWarrantyZipp Limited Lifetime
Key Features:Organic Disc Pads Shimano BR-M 535, 585, 601, 665, 765, 775, 800, 965, 966, 975.,XLC organic brake pads can be recognised by the orange back plate.,Metal content (aluminium and copper) this softer compound during breaking produces less noise than sintered compound..
Key Features:Organic Disc Pads Shimano Deore M485, Tektro and XLC brakes.,XLC organic brake pads can be recognised by the orange back plate.,Metal content (aluminium and copper) this softer compound during breaking produces less noise than sintered compound..
Key Features:Tough and light Cromoly for long-lasting durability.,Float: 4 degrees.,Easy click in and out.,Easy to install with hardened steel bolts.,Weight: 73g (per pair)..
Key Features:XLC Road brake pad BS-X16,Cartridge type,45% higher braking performance in dry conditions,50% higher braking performance in wet conditions,Noise reduction,Rim protecting rubber compound,Long life rubber compound.
Key Features:Each bleed kit contains:2 x Syringe (labelled as Dot or mineral fluid depending on kit).,2 x Plastic hoses.,2 x Tube Clamps.,2 x Connectors (Corresponding to brake kit fitting).,2 Sets of Rubber Gloves..No fluid included.Great for home or workshop use.
X-Fusion Manic Dropper SeatpostThe X Fusion Manic Dropper Seatpost comes equipped with internal cable routing and a double 'Key Way' internal design to stop lateral movement, creating an exceptionally reliable and efficient dropper post that adds performance to any Trail bike. The consistency that this dropper post offers makes it a bike component to seriously consider when riding trails with changing gradients and unpredictable surface obstacles. This post can be relied upon to accurately raise and drop your saddle to the required heights at the push of a comfortable remote that will make sudden descents, drops and even brisk climbs more manageable.Features: Material: Alloy Use: All Mountain, XC, Enduro Weight: 610gBuy X-Fusion Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
X Fusion Manic Gravel Dropper SeatpostThis stunning dropper is designed for rowdy off-road runs as it offers amazing comfort and control. It features a tough alloy construction which is perfect at handling all the sudden knocks that come with aggressive rides. Carrying you across every inch of the mountain, this version is also equipped with internal cable routing and a double Key Way internal design. This allows it to stop lateral movement while creating a reliable seatpost which adds performance to any ride.Remote Adjustable Dropper PostEasy to use, this brilliant component is also equipped with a handlebar remote. This means the freedom to adjust the height of your seat is only the flick of a switch away. Furthermore, its two-bolt style head gives a rock-solid hold between the clamp and your saddle, so you can blast across the forest with confidence. This is an ideal choice of upgrade for riders who want a trail-companion which can be effortlessly set up to suit your riding style and the terrain conditions.Features: Material: Alloy Use: MTB Length: 330mm Diameter: 27.2mm Bolt: 2-bolt Weight: 610g (approx)Buy X Fusion Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.