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2010
- Introduced the Super-9 flat dimpled disc and 188 disc hub. Aero width 27.5mm performs like the Sub9
- Launch the ergonomic VukaR2C shifter and VukaShift R2C compatible extension
- Drop Clydesdale sub-brand and rename stronger stiffer 24/24 spoked wheels MAX
- Release the Zip 101 – first toroidal aluminum wheel 18/20 spokes
- New cork composite CNC brake pads for all carbon wheels, extends pad life, provides improved modulation
- Introduce new aero extra light quick releases in Ti (62g) and SS (84g)
- Announce new aero race kit in partnership with Castelli ©
- May - launch all carbon clincher with revolutionary "Firecrest" ™ rim shape
Download the 2010 Catalog [pdf]
2009
- Road hubs change to 88/188 with colored hubcaps, pinch nuts and retaining rings, slotted spokes, 17mm axle, 2 x cross non-drive and radial drives gives improved wheel stiffness, adjustable preload and higher flanges,
- Lower spoke counts across the wheel range, new toroidal rim shapes for 404 and 808 tubular rims and improved dimple patterns for 404 tubular and clinchers,
- Revert to external nipples for 202 and 1080 wheels.
- Custom ZedTech decals, multiple hub cap and hub nut colors, option to purchase Sram red cassette.
- Radical departure in catalog look and new web site.
- The VukaChrono a revolutionary TT crank with integrated chain rings and the Sram compatible VukaShift are introduced.
- Flash-points get new stickers and a web site work-over.
- Zipp makes the Sram S40, S60 and S80 carbon wheels.
Download the 2009 Catalog [pdf]
2008
- Carbon Bridge™ technology that reduces impact damge and results in greater tubular wheel stiffness increases robustness of all-carbon wheel lines.
- 202 wheel set is redesigned, now 32mm deep, black more aerodynamic and the same weight as before.
- Extra deep 108mm wheel with super torroidal shape introduced along with a bulge disc that measured negative drag in the wind tunnel.
- Vuma compact crank with 30mm spindle that weighs 560g and has 110mm bolt circle is shipping and stiffer than other comparative products.
- Flash-Point wheels get new custom 4mm bladed spokes, KT custom hubs, 650c FP60 and all new 82mm PF80 added to the wheel range.
- Integrated all carbon shiftboss and very light carbon brake lever are added to the bar line.
- Decals change to white and silver and Zipp wheels move to internal nipples to reduce weight and spoke count.
- Road bars get 3 drop options.
- Vuka brake and VukaShift are introduced.
- Flash-points get new decals.
Download the 2008 Catalog [pdf]
2007
- New 606 track set, 808 track wheel with 20/24 hubs and 343 wheel set (303 + 404) introduced after testing by proteams
- ZedTech custom wheel program launched with laminate choices, dimpled hubs, colored decals and nipple options, wireless Powertaps introduced and a demo program to give customers a chance to experience Zipp wheels gets underway.
- SRAM acquires Zipp on 11/06/07.
Download the 2007 Catalog [pdf]
2006
- Flashpoint brand launched
- Traditional flanged hubs (108/208) are redesigned and made lighter by 60 grams per set
- 300 crank set becomes available
- High quality gear and wheel bags gain market attention
- New laminate structure reduces impact damage across all carbon wheels
- Wear marks included on clinchers and brake track tolerances tightened for superior braking
- VukaAero, VukaClip and SLC2 bars launched.
- Zipp 999s dominate in the world TT at Salzburg, Austria. Team CSC comes 1,2,4 and the winning lady is also riding 999s
- Kona World IM championship, riders on Zipp wheels come 1st and 5th (mens), 1st, 2nd and 3rd in the womens event.
Download the 2006 Catalog [pdf]
2005
- Zipp introduces 606 wheelset combining 808 rear wheel and 404 front wheel
- Zipp introduces 44mm deep, dimpled 303 wheel with hybrid-toroidal rim shape resulting in superior aerodynamics to 404 wheels sold prior to 2001
- Dave Zabriskie sets fastest TT in Tour History on 999 wheelset (54.676 kph)
- New hub design (82 / 182) is 38gm lighter and colored cassette bodies distinguish Campagnolo (blue) and Shimano (red) hubs
- 31.8 contour bar introduced along with the 145 full carbon stem
- Zipp SL Handlebar launches as world’s lightest production bar at 164 grams
- Improved track disc and track hub systems released.
Download the 2005 Catalog [pdf]
2004
- Zipp signs Phonak team
- Zipp introduces the featherweight 202 wheelset
- Ivan Basso takes 3rd place in Tour de France
- Zipp Develops Rim Tool dimpling technology leading to 808 and later dimpled 404 rims
- Olympic gold and bronze are won in the time trial on prototype 999 sets.
Download the 2004 Catalog [pdf]
2003
- Zipp signs CSC team
- Dimpled disc wheel introduced
- Z4 wheelset introduced
- Tyler Hamilton wins Liege Bastogne Liege and Tour of Romandie on Z3/Z4 wheels
- CSC wins two tour stages and overall team classification Tour de France
- Ceramic bearings become available as an aftermarket upgrade
- 95/220 Traditional Flanged hubset developed
- Zipp wins men’s and women’s Ironman Hawaii.
Download the 2003 Catalog [pdf]
2002
- VCLC technology developed reducing shock and road vibration by 10%
- Z3 wheels introduced as the result of a no holds barred approach to ultimate wheel design
- Track specific 360 rim and 404 wheelset introduced
- 84/202 hubset developed.
Download the 2002 Catalog [pdf]
2001
- M2CM process allows for the first structural carbon rim with machined alum. brake track
- Zipp develops ICT technology reducing rim weight by 25%
- Rim manufacturing system is completely reinvented.
Download the 2001 Catalog [pdf]
2000
- Zipp signs with team Lotto-Adecco
- Jacky Durand wins numerous Tour De France Stages
- Zipp sign’s autotrader.com road racing team.
Download the 2000 Catalog [pdf]
1999
- 909 wheelset released
- Zipp relocates to dedicated climate controlled manufacturing facility
- Tapered cranks discontinued to focus on Shimano spline compatibility
- Clincher rim bonding method is re-engineered
- All MTB products discontinued to focus on road product line
- Crank production ends at the end of 1999.
1998
- Zipp introduces wheelset program for first time with ZR1, ZR, ZV and ZV1
- MTB compact drive crankset becomes available
- 2 carbon crank models offered one for splined bottom brackets, the other for tapered
- UCI makes ruling stating that as of 1-1-00, 2001 and 3001 frames no longer legal.
Download the 1998 Catalog [pdf]
1997
- 515 MTB rim is released
- Discs get lighter and are compatible with Campy and Shimano
- 3001 limited edition frameset becomes available
- Frame production is discontinued at the end of 1997.
Download the 1997 Catalog [pdf]
1996
1995
- Zipp 340 rim introduced
- Zipp 217 hub introduced, is lightest hub on market
- 1150 disc and 3000 wheelset discontinued
- 950 disc takes place of 1150
- 530 rim begins development
- Zipp wins Ironman Hawaii for the 4th time
- 4 world championship medals are won on Zipp Wheels.
Download the 1995-1996 Innovations Catalog [pdf]
1994
- Zipp designs unique carbon center-pull brake for use on 2001 frame
- Zipp wins World ITU championship again
- 2001 coring system revamped to eliminate 200g in frame weight
- Zipp 145 MTB hub is released
- Zipp wins World Triathlon Championships.
Download the 1994 Catalog [pdf]
1993
- 2001 frame completely redesigned around new interactive suspension system
- Track version of frame first offered
- Zipp starts relationship with L.A. Sheriffs/Chevrolet team
- First Zipp hub offered
- 3000 wheelset offered with track axle
- Zipp wins ITU Championship series.
Download the 1993 Catalog [pdf]
1992
- 440 wheelset goes into production
- 2001 frame goes into production released mid-year
- Zipp hub design is begun
- Zipp wins top 9 spots in the National Time Trial
- Zipp signs Team Shaklee, Kent Bostick and Rebecca Twigg
- 870 (26”) disc is released.
Download the 1992 Catalog [pdf]
1991
- Zipp 400 wheelset goes into production
- 2001 frame design finalized for all size combinations
- 3000 wheelset and disc available in 11 colors
- Design and build first vertical rim molding press
- Zipp wins World Track Championship for the first time.
Download the 1991 Catalog [pdf]
1990
- First prototype Zipp 440 deep section rim is shown
- First prototype Zipp 2001 frameset is shown
- Double sided disc hub (for road and track use) designed
- Zipp wins Hawaii Ironman for the first time
Download the 1990 Catalog [pdf]
1989
1988
- March, Compositech is founded, Zipp trademark is registered
- First discs are manufactured at 1150g and 1350g with 7 spd freewheel only
- Discs available in 4 colors.
Download the 1988 Catalog [pdf]
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