1Zero Hitop SW

Zipp 1Zero Hitop SW wheelset - evolution of XC racing The Zipp 1Zero Hitop SW hookless bead carbon wheels represent the latest sign that XC-mountain bike racing continues to evolve in terms of trail difficulty and what is expected of the equipment. Tougher, challenging, more technical trails are becoming the norm so Zipp has answered the call of cross-country riders who were looking for a more compliant, lightweight wheel that could carry the wider rubber that modern XC trails and races require.  Using their HITOP Technology, Zipp engineers have given these rims a proprietary carbon layup that introduces an uncommon level of compliance to help the rim handle the rougher trail courses with confidence, without losing any of the usual durability that makes them usable for mountain bikes with up to 130mm of travel. And since this is XC-specific, they are also crazy lightweight, at just 1325 grams. Since they are so lightweight, they get up to speed super fast and keep the bike feeling pl