Description
Upgrade Your Gravel Riding with the Zipp 303 XPLR S Rear Wheel – Unmatched Performance and Durability
Elevate your gravel adventures with the Zipp 303 XPLR S Rear Wheel, a high-performance, lightweight, and aerodynamically optimized wheel designed specifically for serious gravel cyclists. Crafted from advanced materials and engineered with cutting-edge technology, this wheel delivers a perfect blend of speed, stability, and robustness on the toughest terrains.
Materials & Construction
– UD Carbon Fiber Rim: Constructed from premium unidirectional carbon fiber, the 32mm internal width and 54mm depth profile provide exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, ensuring durability without adding unnecessary weight.
– Tubeless and Hookless Rim Design: Seamless tubeless compatibility with hookless rim profile enhances puncture resistance, reduces weight, and simplifies setup for reliable riding over long distances.
– Stainless Steel Components: Features CX-Sprint spokes with brass nipples and stainless steel cartridge bearings for enhanced longevity and corrosion resistance.
Performance & Engineering
– Wide & Deep Aero Profile: The massive rim width improves air volume, allowing lower tire pressures for increased traction and comfort while maintaining impressive aerodynamic efficiency on gravel routes.
– Total System Efficiency: Borrowing innovations from Zipp’s high-end Rear Wheel, the 303 XPLR S optimizes power transfer and damping, reducing rolling resistance and surface vibrations for a smoother ride.
– Lightweight Yet Robust: Despite its sizable profile, this wheel remains lightweight to keep you agile and fatigue-free on extended gravel adventures.
Components & Technology
– Specialized Hub System: Equipped with Zipp’s 176 series hub featuring a 3-pawl leaf spring mechanism, ensuring quick engagement and smooth power transfer.
– Disc Brake Compatibility: Center-Lock hub interface provides secure and straightforward mounting for high-performance disc brakes, delivering reliable stopping power in all conditions.
– Compatibility & Specifications: Designed for SRAM XDR cassette bodies, with a 12mm thru-axle (142mm width), Presta valve, and compatible with tires up to 50 psi (recommended for pressures under 30 psi for improved grip and shock absorption).
Style & Use Case
– Modern Aesthetics: Sleek black carbon finish complements any gravel bike setup, combining style with function.
– Versatile Performance: Ideal for gravel riders seeking fast, stable, and reliable wheels on mixed terrains-perfect for long-distance gravel races, bikepacking, and all-day adventures.
– Optimized for Gravel Riding: Seamless integration with gravel tires ensures minimal aerodynamic drag, superior traction, and confidence-inspiring control on uneven surfaces.
Innovative Features & Differentiators
– Hookless Design & Wide Profile: Enhances aerodynamics, reduces weight, and improves tubeless sealant retention.
– Proven Zipp Technologies: Incorporates Zipp’s Total System Efficiency and premium componentry for a competitive edge.
– Compatibility & Precision Engineering: Strictly designed for Zipp-approved tubeless-ready tires delivering consistent performance across diverse gravel conditions.
Unleash your gravel potential with the Zipp 303 XPLR S Rear Wheel-engineered for speed, built for durability, and designed to elevate every gravel ride. Explore the trails with confidence and style today.
- Lightweight UD Carbon fiber construction enhances durability and reduces weight for long gravel rides.
- Mega-wide 32mm internal rim profile improves aerodynamics while allowing lower tire pressures for better traction and shock absorption on rough terrain.
- Equipped with stainless steel cartridge bearings and Zipp’s advanced Total System Efficiency technology for smoother rolling and maximum performance on gravel paths.
- Designed with a Center-Lock disc brake interface and SRAM XDR cassette compatibility, delivering reliable stopping power and seamless drivetrain integration.
- Stylish black carbon finish combined with tubeless-ready, hookless rim design makes this Rear Wheel an ideal upgrade for aggressive gravel riders seeking speed, efficiency, and durability.
| Rear Axle | 12mm Thru x 142mm |
| Rim Width (Internal) | 32 |
| Cassette Body Type | SRAM XDR |
| Valve | Presta |
| Color | Carbon |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Defined Color | Carbon |
| ISO Diameter | 622 / Road / 29″ |
| Tire Type | Tubeless Ready |
| Rim Material | Carbon |
| Hub/Brake Compatibility | Center-Lock Disc |






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