Are Zipp 404 worth the money?

Even if it might seem pricy if you’re on a tight budget, Zipp’s 404 Wheelset has proven to be great value over time. The flawless combination of rigidity, strength, and aerodynamic performance make these wheels ideal to be used in most weather and road conditions.

How deep are Zipp 404s?

58mm deep
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.”

How long do alloy bike rims last?

“The lifespan can fall within a pretty huge window,” he explains. “In the worst cases, riders may experience rim lifespans as short as 1500 miles, and in the best cases perhaps up to 12000 miles!

Are Zipp 404 tubeless compatible?

Zipp has revamped its entire clincher line up – 202, 303, 404, 808 in both Firecrest and NSW spec – to be tubeless ready and disc brake compatible. The 404, for example, is still 58mm deep but the old widths – 24.73 at the brake track and 16.25mm internally – have increased substantially to 26.4 and 19mm respectively.

Is the Zipp 404 clincher rim on wheelbuilder?

While Wheelbuilder doesn’t offer the Zipp 404 Clincher rim for individual sale, we can custom build your dream set of Zipp wheels using this rim. Please visit our Custom Zipp Carbon Road Wheels page to configure your next set of Zipp wheels.

When did the Zipp Firecrest clincher come out?

Zipp 404 Firecrest Clincher Rim. The 404 is a classic in Zipp’s arsenal that dates back to the early 1990s. Originally designed as a TT and race day specialist, the 404 has evolved to it’s current Firecrest shape making it well suited for all-around race-day and training use on any terrain.

Which is better Zipp 404 or Firecrest clincher?

Better braking: Zipp’s ShowStopper™ textured braking surface delivers unrivalled rim braking performance in wet or dry conditions. Lighter Weight: The 404 Firecrest Carbon Clincher is 75 grams lighter than its previous iteration.

What kind of disc brake does 404 Firecrest use?

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.