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101
- Incorporating all that we've learned in 21 years of working with carbon fiber, the 101 is the first aluminum wheelset to utilize Zipp's cutting-edge aero technologies.
  101 Clincher
202
- The first climbing wheelset developed in the wind tunnel, the 202 practically floats up the toughest ascents, but it's tough enough and stiff enough for cobbles and crits.
  202 Tubular
303
- Perhaps the most versatile wheelset in our line, the light and aero 303 is well suited to hilly road races and smaller riders looking for control in windy events.
  303 Tubular 303 Clincher 303 Cyclocross

404

Never count out the 404. Our most popular wheel has carried cyclists and triathletes to victory from the Alps to Kona, and the 2009 version is faster than ever before.

404 Tubular 404 Clincher 404 Track Tubular 404 MAX Tubular 404 MAX Clincher

404 650c Tubular 404 650c Clincher 404 Cyclocross

808
- The 808 is a proven winner in triathlons and time trials, and an up-and-comer in road racing worldwide. The 2009 model sports a faster, stiffer rim shape.
  808 Tubular 808 Clincher 808 Track Tubular 808 MAX Tubular 808 MAX Clincher
1080
- The 1080 is the fastest non-disc in the world, yet it handles crosswinds with ease. Unleashed in a race against the clock, the 1080 knows no limits.
  1080 Tubular 1080 Clincher
900
- This stalwart of Zipp's line is available in a myriad of configurations and is still the disc of choice for many of our top time trialist, track racers, and triathletes.
  900 Tubular 900 Clincher 900 Wheelchair Disc Tubular 840 Tubular 650c
Sub-9
- As the world's first wheel capable of generating forward lift, the Sub-9 is a giant leap forward in the science of cycling aerodynamics. Believe the hype.
  Sub-9 Disc
Super-9
- Intended for time trials, track racing, and the occasional Tour de France prologue, the Super-9 is stiffer than our 900 disc and matches the Sub-9's remarkable ability to generate forward lift
  Super-9 Disc
Hubs
- Every bit of Zipp's considerable expertise is brought to bear in our 88/188 hubs, making them the ultimate choice for lightness, stiffness, and durability.
  88/188 Hubs Track Hubs

Rims

Every one of our rims is developed in the wind tunnel and tested to the limit. They're the world's fastest, and they're the heart and soul of what we do at Zipp.

255 Tubular 285 Tubular 330 Tubular 360 Tubular 360 Track Tubular 417 Clincher

420 Tubular 460 Clincher 505 Clincher 520 Clincher 620 Tubular 720 Clincher

Speed Shop
- We created Zipp Speed Shop to give you the option of selecting the best front and rear wheels, creating the perfect wheelset for your needs and the riding conditions you face.
  3 Ways to create your perfect wheelset
ZEDTECH
- Zedtech unleashes Zipp's most advanced speed weaponry with a host of custom features.
  Create your personalized dream

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303 Tubular

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The latest version of the Zipp 303 Tubular wheelset was engineered for the rough roads and rugged weather of the spring classics. But, at 1171grams, it’s lighter than many pure climbing wheelsets. So we weren’t surprised that Cervélo TestTeam’s Heinrich Haussler picked 303s for the cobbles of Paris-Roubaix and then rode them to win a Tour de France mountain stage by more than 4 minutes.

Introduced in April 2009, the current 303 tubular is more than 5mm wider and 1mm deeper than its predecessor. Without adding a gram, these changes substantially improved the already superb impact resistance of Zipp’s Carbon Bridge™ technology while offering a more comfortable, forgiving radial stiffness. At the same time, the wider, deeper rim increased the 303’s lateral stiffness for sprinting, cornering, and accelerations. Another benefit is that wider tires have minimal impact on the wheel’s superior aerodynamics.

Meanwhile, the 303’s tire bed has been redesigned to protect against tire damage and pinch flats at low pressure, and for more precise mounting of tubulars. In poor weather, riders will appreciate the improved brake modulation of the new 303’s angled brake track.

Especially for smaller riders like Olympic champion Emma Snowsill, the 303’s stability in crosswinds – combined with its lightness and aero advantages – makes it an ideal choice for draft-legal triathlons on the ITU circuit. It’s equally at home on the muddiest, most rutted of cyclocross courses with top US riders Katie Compton, Todd Wells, and the Cyclocrossworld.com team of Tim Johnson, Jeremy Powers, and Jamey Driscoll.

Total Weight	1171g
with Powertap	1381g
Front Wheel
Weight	519g
Rim Used	285v4
Hub Used	88
Spoke Count	18
Spoke Pattern	Radial
Spoke Length	258mm
Track Adaptable	Yes
Dimpled Surface	Yes
Rear Wheel
Weight	652g
Rim Used	285v4
Hub Used	188
Spoke Count	24
Spoke Length Non-Drive	260mm
Spoke Pattern Non-Drive	Cross
Spoke Pattern Drive	Radial
Spoke Length Drive	246mm
Track Adaptable	No
Dimpled Surface	Yes

303s get 10/10 in Cycling Weekly's November 2009 [pdf]

Cycling Weekly has been riding the all new Zipp 303s. Check out what they had to say....

Zipp 303: ruote ad elevata areodinamicità October 2009

Review of the Zipp 303 from the Italian Bicycle Show - EICMA. Click here.

The best all around wheel on the planet? August 2009

Check out the video review on testrider.com

If the 202 and 404 had a love child. July 2009 [pdf]

Check out the all new 303 in the August 2009 issue of Road...

The Racing Post Reviews The All New Zipp 303 Wheelset June 2009 [pdf]

Texas's The Racing Post had an opportunity to ride both the new 303 wheelset and the new 23mm Tangente tubular tire. Check out the review!

Ciclismo Italy Reviews the New 303! June 2009 [pdf]

New Zipp 303 "Classics" Road Wheelset May 2009

BIKERUMOR.com 2009 SEA OTTER CLASSIC COVERAGE: Zipp’s new 303 wheelset is “Ready for Anything” and was designed with the cobbles of classics like Paris-Roubaix in mind.

Despite being wider and taller, their weight is the same as the ‘08 303 wheelset, and Zipp claims they’re more aerodynamic! Built on their ultralight 88 and 188 front and rear hubs (named for their weights), the entire wheelset weighs in at a svelte 1182g (529g F / 653g R). The new hubs have 17mm axles with taller flanges, which improves the wheel’s stiffness.

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Sea Otter Debut: Newly-Redesigned Zipp 303 April 2009

Triathlete Magazine's Jay Prasuhn had a chance to test ride the completely redesigned Zipp 303 at SeaOtter. Click here to read more.

TECH FEATURES: FIRST RIDE: 2010 SRAM FORCE AND ZIPP 303 WHEELS April 2009

Philip Booth of Road Bike Action gave the completely redesigned 303s a proper shakedown at SeaOtter.

Even though the Zipp 303s are designed for the cobbles of the Northern Classics, our first impression is that they should not be overlooked as all around aero wheels. The 303s would be ideally suited to a fast century or high mileage rider looking for an aero wheel that is easy to control and smoothes out the road.

Click here to read more.

303 Engineered for Classics [pdf]

Challenged by the riders of Garmin-Slipstream, Cervélo TestTeam, and Team Saxo Bank to create the ultimate wheelset for the Spring Classics, Zipp has responded with a completely redesigned version of the venerable 303. After Thor Hushovd’s commanding victory in the Spring Classics opener Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, the 303 quickly became the pros’ wheel of choice for the most brutal days of the season.

ABLC™ (Aerodynamic Boundary Layer Control)

Advanced Boundary Layer Control (ABLC) refers to the patented and instantly recognizable dimpled pattern found on most of our rims. ABLC smoothes airflow across the rim's surface and is tailored to every model from the 202 to the Sub9 disc. 2009 sees the third-generation of ABLC, with up to 4 times more dimples than before. Read More

VCLC™ (Visco-Elastic Constrained Layer Control)

Visco-Elastic Constrained Layer Control (VCLC) uses a vibration-absorbing material sandwiched between layers of rigid carbon laminate in the rim. When the wheel receives an impact from the road, much of the shock is absorbed by the VCLC system, delivering a 10% reduction in vibration. Read More

Carbon Bridge™

Carbon Bridge uses a Kevlar® thread in a co-axial helix stitch to bind sheets of carbon to each other in our tubular rims. Because Kevlar is 350% more impact resistant than carbon, it can disperse shock more evenly throughout the carbon laminate, making for a rim that is practically bulletproof. In particular, Carbon Bridge reduces the vulnerability of the rim's tire bed, the area most susceptible to damage from impact. Read More

88/188 Hub Technology

Every aspect of our 88 and 188 hubs sets a new benchmark. The standard steel bearings are the roundest in the industry. The 17mm axle is the stiffest of any road hub we've tested. The wire EDM-cut hub internals are the most precise. The SHIFT spoke hole technolgoy is the most durable. When it comes to precision and performance, there's really no comparison. Read More

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