Zipp 404 S Carbon Tubeless Disc Brake Road Wheel – Front, 700c, 12x100mm, Center Lock
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The Zipp 404 S front wheel is a 50mm-deep carbon, tubeless, disc brake road wheel built for road racing, crits and fast group rides. It brings Zipp's Firecrest-derived aero rim shaping to Zipp's most accessible price point, with a 12x100mm thru-axle Center Lock hub and Zipp's lifetime warranty and crash replacement.
Key Features
- 50mm mid-depth carbon rim – aero gains while staying stable in crosswinds
- 23mm internal width, hookless/tubeless straight side (TSS) – optimized for 28–40mm tubeless tires at lower pressures
- Zipp 76/176 hub with stainless steel cartridge bearings
- 20 Sapim CX-Sprint bladed spokes, 2-cross lacing
- Ships with rim tape and tubeless valves installed
- Zipp lifetime warranty and crash replacement policy
Specifications
- Brand: Zipp
- Model: 404 S
- Position: Front
- Wheel size: 700c
- Rim material: Carbon fiber
- Rim depth: 50mm
- Internal rim width: 23mm
- Rim type: Hookless, tubeless only
- Brake type: Disc, Center Lock rotor mount
- Axle: 12 x 100mm thru-axle
- Hub: Zipp 76
- Spokes: 20, Sapim CX-Sprint, 2-cross
- Weight: approx. 707g (with tape and valves)
- Max system weight: 115kg / 253lbs
FAQ
What tires work with the Zipp 404 S?
Tubeless tires only, since the rim is hookless. Zipp recommends 28–40mm tire widths.
What axle and rotor mount does the front wheel use?
12 x 100mm thru-axle with a Center Lock disc rotor mount.
Is the Zipp 404 S front wheel sold separately?
Yes. The front wheel is sold on its own; the matching 404 S rear wheel (12 x 142mm, Shimano/SRAM HG or SRAM XDR freehub) is available separately.
How does the 404 S compare to the 303 S?
The 404 S replaces the 303 S as Zipp's S-level road wheel. It's 5mm deeper (50mm vs 45mm) and Zipp claims about a 2-watt aero improvement.