$1,699.99
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Ideal for criterium racing, road racing, time trials, and triathlons where aerodynamic efficiency, speed, and reliable braking are critical.
Choose the ZIPP 808 Firecrest for its advanced TSE design that reduces drag and rolling resistance, its lightweight carbon hookless rim optimized for tubeless tires, and the robust German-engineered ZR1 DB hub that delivers quick engagement and durability.
At a glance
The Zipp 808 Firecrest Tubeless Disc Front wheel is engineered for speed and performance in criteriums, road racing, and time trials. Featuring an 80mm deep carbon rim with a hookless and tubeless profile, it supports wider tires at lower pressures to reduce rolling resistance and enhance cornering grip.
Utilizing Zipp's Total System Efficiency (TSE) design, this wheel addresses wind resistance, gravity, rolling resistance, and vibration losses to maximize speed. The ABLC Sawtooth dimple pattern improves aerodynamic efficiency and crosswind stability, while the ZR1 DB hub, engineered in Germany, offers quick engagement and durability with 66 points of engagement.
Compatible with tubeless tires only, the wheel features a center lock rotor interface with included lockring and supports a maximum tire pressure of 73psi (5.0bar). Its 23mm internal rim width and symmetrical profile make it ideal for running minimum 25mm tires, optimized for 28mm tires for best performance.
| Wheel Size | 700c |
|---|---|
| Rim Construction | Carbon – Hookless |
| Tire Compatibility | Tubeless tires only |
| Rim Depth | 80mm |
| Brake Compatibility | Disc (Center Lock) Lockring included |
| Internal Rim Width | 23mm Supports wider tires at lower pressure |
| Hub Model | ZR1 Disc Brake German engineered with 66 points of engagement |
| Maximum Tire Pressure | 73psi / 5.0bar |
| Weight | 1635g (front 752g, rear 883g) Weight based on lightest configuration with 12mm through axles and XDR body, no tape or valve included |
The wheel is designed for tubeless tires with a minimum width of 25mm and is optimized for 28mm tires for best performance.
No, this wheel is designed exclusively for disc brakes with a center lock rotor interface.
The wheel is optimized for tubeless tires but can also run tubeless ready tires with tubes if desired.
The ZR1 DB hub features 66 points of engagement for quick response and durability.
Yes, the center lock rotor interface includes a lockring.
