Zipp 202 NSW Carbon Tubeless A1 rear wheel

Description

When the road tilts upward and the pace starts to hurt, you want a wheel that helps you hold your rhythm without adding extra burden. The Zipp 202 NSW Carbon Tubeless A1 rear wheel is built for road climbs, but it will also support you when the route breaks over the top into a fast descent. It feels light underfoot and responds to every input, even when you’re already riding purely on grit.

Main benefits

The Zipp 202 NSW rear wheel combines low weight with confidence in demanding sections, making it suitable for both racing and sporty road cycling. The carbon rim with Biomimetic Laminate technology works with different types of carbon fibers to stay stiff in the spoke bed while remaining durable where the tire takes the beating. The 35 mm rim profile adds an aerodynamic advantage both when you jump on the pedals uphill and when you’re pushing the pace on the flats. And thanks to ceramic bearings and the hub’s quick engagement, energy from the pedals transfers smoothly, without unnecessary losses.

Technical specifications

The rim is made of carbon and uses Hookless/Tubeless Straight Side (TSS) construction, ready for tubeless road tires, including the option of using an inner tube or sealant. A 35 mm rim height and 23 mm internal rim width give the wheel stability and support for modern wider tires, typically in the 28–32c range. The ZR1 SL hub is designed for a disc brake with CenterLock mounting and a 12x142 mm rear axle standard, so it fits common road frames designed for a thru-axle. The wheel uses 20 Alpina Hyperlite spokes in a 2-cross pattern, and the complete rear wheel weighs 1090 g with a recommended system weight limit of up to 114 kg.

Conclusion

The Zipp 202 NSW Carbon Tubeless A1 rear wheel is exactly for riders who want a light, responsive climbing set-up, but don’t want to sacrifice confidence on descents and rough asphalt. If quick response, tubeless compatibility, and precise hub performance matter to you, this model makes a lot of sense.

Key features

• Carbon Hookless/Tubeless TSS rim
• 35 mm rim depth profile
• ZR1 SL hub with ceramic bearings
• 20-spoke Alpina Hyperlite 2-cross lacing
• CenterLock disc mount, 12x142 mm axle

EAN: 710845931338