202 Firecrest Wheel

The Zipp 202 Firecrest is designed for road cyclists who want to increase their climbing performance. These wheels are for serious cyclists who have specific performance goals. The 202 Firecrest are a reference among climbers. It is a lightweight tire wheel that promotes furious acceleration in steep climbs or low percentage since these wheels offer the rigidity and lightness to be able to do it. In addition to providing comfort with carbon rims, the rider will benefit from the aerodynamic advantage of the Firecrest construction. Also, the 202 are fast on the flat and they will not pack you during heavy squalls. It is a popular choice among lighter cyclists. With the 202, Zipp wanted to build a wheel offering versatility, but with a more climbing-oriented profile than the 303. Certainly, there are more extreme wheels dedicated to pure climbing, but in Quebec conditions, where the terrain is rather flat to slightly hilly, the aerodynamic advantage of the 202 makes it a wheel more versatile and adored by those who have had the chance to own. With the 202 Firecrest to tire, Zipp wanted to offer a tire version of the 202, previously offered only to hose. At 1450 grams a pair, these are the lightest wheels available at Zipp. They retain rim depth of 32mm, but are now wider at 25.4mm. The result is a wheel with unparalleled versatility. Hubs 77/177 have increased durability and improved bearing protection.