Zipp unveils its lightest wheelset ever: 202 NSW returns

SRAM-owned Zipp has officially revived its 202 NSW climbing wheelset, claiming an impressive weight of just 1,090g for the pair. This reintroduction marks Zipp's lightest wheelset to date, featuring a 32mm deep rim profile and a 23mm internal width, designed specifically for tubeless road tyres. The new 202 NSW is available now, positioning itself squarely at the premium end of the market for riders prioritising minimal rotating mass.

This release is significant as it sees Zipp returning to a dedicated lightweight climbing wheel, a segment where they've faced stiff competition from brands like Lightweight and Enve. The original 202 NSW was a highly regarded, albeit expensive, option, and this new iteration aims to reclaim that top-tier status. With the industry trend towards wider rims and tubeless compatibility, Zipp’s adherence to these modern standards while shedding considerable weight demonstrates a clear strategic play in the high-performance road wheel market.

Ultimately, Zipp has delivered a wheelset that shaves grams and empties wallets with equal efficiency. For those chasing marginal gains up the steepest gradients, the price of lightness, it seems, remains eternally high.