Zipp 303 Firecrest Tubeless Rim Brake
From 772,59
Zipp 303 Firecrest Tubeless Rim Brake
Fulcrum Wind 40C
869,28
Fulcrum Wind 40C
Zipp 404 Firecrest Tubeless Rim Brake
From 801,60
Zipp 404 Firecrest Tubeless Rim Brake

Zipp 303 Firecrest Tubeless Rim Brake vs. Fulcrum Wind 40C vs. Zipp 404 Firecrest Tubeless Rim Brake


Zipp 303 Firecrest Tubeless Rim Brake
Fulcrum Wind 40C
Zipp 404 Firecrest Tubeless Rim Brake
Zipp 303 Firecrest Tubeless Rim Brake

From 772,59

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Fulcrum Wind 40C

869,28

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Zipp 404 Firecrest Tubeless Rim Brake

From 801,60

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Pros
Thanks to a combination of low weight and a 45 mm half-high rim, the Zipp 303 Firecrest Tubeless Rim Brake wheels are all-rounders.
Tubeless tyres can be fitted to the rims with or without inner tubes. This makes it possible to ride tubeless, with advantages such as lower rolling resistance, better grip and more comfort.
The Zipp ZR1 hubs, developed in Germany, have bearings with a good seal and improved durability. The 6 pawl body engages super quick, resulting in minimal energy loss when the rider starts pedaling.
The Zipp ShowStopper brake surface ensures smooth braking in both wet and dry weather.
Lifelong guarantee covering all manufacturing errors, excepting wear and tear. Ultimate certainty!
These wheels definitely win the beauty award for their shiny carbon rims and simplicity in decals.
Due to the rim height of 40mm, the Wind 40C wheels are very versatile; high enough for aerodynamic advantage, but low enough for use on windy roads.  
The sealed industrial bearings in these wheels run smoothly and at the same time are well sealed against water and dirt.
If you're looking for lighter weight, improved aerodynamics and good braking performance, this is the way to go.
The Zipp 404 wheels are oriented towards pure speed with their 58 mm deep rims. Thanks to optimum aerodynamics, you can ride faster without any extra effort.
Both tubeless tyres and folding tyres can be mounted on the rims. This makes it possible to ride tubeless, with advantages such as lower rolling resistance, better grip and more comfort.
The Zipp ZR1 hubs, developed in Germany, have bearings with a good seal and improved durability. The 6-pawl body engages super quickly, minimising energy loss when accelerating.
Lifelong warranty on production faults, except for wear and tear. Ultimate security!
Cons
Due to the carbon rim brake structure, this wheel is less suitable for long mountain descents, with a risk of blowouts or rim deformation.
These wheels cannot be made tubeless.
The carbon braking surface makes this wheel less suitable for long mountain descents with the risk of a blowout or rim deformation.
The Sapim CX Sprint J-bend spokes provide more comfort than straight pull spokes, but give less stiffness to the wheel.
The carbon braking surface makes this wheel less suitable for long mountain descents with the risk of a blowout or rim deformation.

Specifications

Bearing Type
Industrial
Industrial
Industrial
Type of wheel
Wheelset
Front Wheel
Rear Wheel
Wheelset
Wheelset
Front Wheel
Rear Wheel
Rim Depth
45 mm
40 mm
58 mm
Rim Material
Carbon
Carbon
Carbon
Maximum Total Weight
109 kg
115 kg
Rim Width
24.2 mm
Rim Width (internal)
19 mm
17 mm
19 mm
Tyre Type
Folding tyre
Tubeless
Folding tyre
Folding tyre
Tubeless
Nipple Type
External
External
External
Body Type
SRAM Race 10/11 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed 8 - 11 / Shimano 12 speed
SRAM Race 10/11 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed
Campagnolo 9-12 speed
SRAM Race 10/11 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed
Number of spokes in front wheel
18
18
18
Number of spokes in rear wheel
24
21
24
Brake Type
Rim brake
Rim brake
Rim brake
Brake Surface Material
Carbon
Carbon
Carbon
Wheel bags included
No
No
No
Axle System Front Hub
100 x 5 mm QR
100 x 5 mm QR
100 x 5 mm QR
Axle System Rear Hub
130 x 5 mm QR
130 x 5 mm QR
130 x 5 mm QR
Spoke Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Nipple Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Aluminum
Spoke Type
J-bend
Straight Pull
J-bend
Brake pads included
Yes
Quick Releases included
Yes
Yes
Yes
Decal Colour
Grey
Grey
Grey
Warranty
Life time warranty
2 years
Life time warranty
Extended warranty
Yes, after registration
No
Yes, after registration
Crash Replacement
Yes, after registration
No
Yes, after registration
Suitable tyre width
25 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
35 mm
37 mm
40 mm
42 mm
47 mm
50 mm
23 mm
25 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
33 mm
35 mm
37 mm
40 mm
42 mm
44 mm
47 mm
50 mm
25 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
33 mm
35 mm
37 mm
40 mm
42 mm
47 mm
50 mm
Collection
2022
2023
2022
Weight provided by manufacturer
1530 grams
1555 grams
1621 grams
Colour
Black
Black
Black
Wheel characteristic(s)
Lightweight climbing wheels
Aerodynamic wheels
Extra comfortable wheels
Lightweight climbing wheels
Aerodynamic wheels
Aerodynamic wheels
Extra comfortable wheels
Required valve length
> 60 mm
> 55 mm
> 73 mm
Tyre width recommended by Mantel
up to 25 mm
25 to 28 mm