History

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

  • French pro team Forcesud is signed
  • Richard Veranque of team Festina is signed
  • Zipp unveils the 3001 frameset
  • Front discs become available.

Download the 1996 Catalog [pdf]
Download the 1995-1996 Innovations Catalog [pdf]

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

  • Original Zipp 3000 three-spoke wheel released
  • Available in 4 colors.

Download the 1989 Catalog [pdf]

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]