Zipp 454 NSW ZR1 SL 53/58mm Disc Tubeless-Ready Carbon Cycling Wheels 2025
The Zipp 454 NSW ZR1 SL - WH-454-NTLD-C1 wheelset embodies excellence for road cyclists seeking maximum performance. Designed for competition, they are distinguished by their exceptional aerodynamic efficiency and remarkable stability, whatever the wind conditions. Their wider rim is optimized for low-pressure tubeless tires, helping to reduce rolling resistance and dampen vibrations, resulting in better energy conservation on the road.
For the best balance of aerodynamics and efficiency, Zipp recommends 28mm tires on this wheelset. The 58mm Sawtooth-shaped rim incorporates Hyperfoils and offers unmatched aerodynamics while maintaining excellent crosswind handling.
Cutting-edge technologies
Zipp incorporates Total System Efficiency (TSE) technology, a comprehensive approach to addressing the main factors that cause speed loss: wind resistance, weight, rolling resistance, and vibration. Hookless rims (with straight sides) improve the transition between tire and rim for increased aerodynamics and weight savings, thanks to more efficient distribution of resin in the carbon structure.
The ZR1 SL hub used on this NSW version is designed for racing. It features hybrid ceramic bearings, 66 points of engagement, and a weight reduction of 30 grams compared to the previous generation.
Features
- 30g weight reduction compared to the previous model
- ZR1 SL hub with hybrid ceramic bearings
- TSE technology for better overall efficiency
- Sawtooth rim with Hyperfoil and HexFin ABLC patterns for aerodynamic performance and crosswind stability
- Graphics applied using Zipp 's ImPress direct printing technology
- XDR or SRAM / Shimano compatible freewheel body
- Comes with 12mm front and rear axle caps
- Disc brake system with Center Lock interface (lockring included)
- Campagnolo freewheel body sold separately
- Total weight of the pair: 1400 g
- Lifetime warranty
Model
Product ID: WH-454-NTLD-C1
Integrated technologies
- ImPress: Direct graphics printing technology, allowing HexFin patterns to optimize airflow around the rim and improve stability by reducing turbulence.
- SawTooth: Patented biomimetic variable-depth rim design (53/58 mm) that simultaneously reduces aerodynamic drag and lateral force. Wind tunnel and road tested for unprecedented efficiency.
- Hyperfoil: Wings arranged on the Sawtooth rim, featuring HexFin ABLC patterns for better bike control in irregular winds.
- HexFin ABLC: Hollow hexagonal patterns, arranged in clusters to improve stability and reduce aerodynamic drag, even in crosswinds.
- TSE (Total System Efficiency): overall optimization of the carbon rim to reduce air resistance, rolling resistance, weight and vibration losses, thus ensuring better efficiency at high speeds.
Technical specifications
- Wheel size: 700c
- Rim construction: carbon – hookless
- Tire Compatibility: ISO/TSS compatible tubeless tires (28-35mm), with inner tube or sealant
- Rim depth: 58 mm
- Brake compatibility: disc brake (Center Lock interface)
- Internal rim width: 23 mm
- Rim profile: symmetrical
- Finish: UD fiber, with ImPress graphics
- Hub: ZR1 SL
- Freehub body type: SRAM XDR, SRAM / Shimano road
- Bearings: Custom Hybrid Ceramics (61803 / 61903)
- Maximum tire pressure: 5.0 bar / 73 psi
- Maximum recommended system weight: 114 kg / 250 lbs
- Drive side spoke length: 252 mm, 254 mm
- Length of spokes on the opposite side: 256 mm
- Maximum external rim width: 28 mm
Reference details
- 00.1918.769.000 : 454 NSW CARBON TUBELESS DISC BRAKE CENTER LOCKING 700C FRONT ZR1SL HUB CERAMIC BEARINGS 24SPOKES 12X100MM STANDARD GRAPHIC C1
- 00.1918.770.000 : 454 NSW CARBON TUBELESS DISC BRAKE CENTER LOCKING 700C REAR ZR1SL HUB CERAMIC BEARINGS 24SPOKES SR10/11SP 12X142MM STANDARD GRAPHIC C1
- 00.1918.770.001 : 454 NSW CARBON TUBELESS DISC BRAKE CENTER LOCKING 700C REAR ZR1SL HUB CERAMIC BEARINGS 24SPOKES XDR 12X142MM STANDARD GRAPHIC C1