Zipp 303 XPLR S Tubeless Clincher Carbon Front Bicycle Wheel - Black/White(Decals)

The Zipp 303 XPLR S Front Wheel is a tubeless, hookless carbon gravel wheel with a 32mm internal width and a 54mm rim depth. It's built for gravel racing, fast gravel group rides and long mixed-surface days. Zipp positions the XPLR S as the more accessible version of its premium wide gravel wheel, and it carries over the same wide-rim approach. It's a 700c (622 ISO) wheel with a 12x100mm thru-axle and Center-Lock disc mounting, so it fits most modern disc-brake gravel forks.

What sets it apart is how the rim and tire work together. Zipp applies its Total System Efficiency approach to gravel. The wide rim adds tire air volume, which lets you run lower pressures without tire squirm. That helps cut down surface vibration while keeping cornering grip and climbing traction. The rim profile is also shaped to line up smoothly with the tire's sidewall for aerodynamic efficiency. Because the rim is hookless, it's designed for Zipp-approved compatible tires only. Check that before you buy.

Who It's For

• Gravel racers and fast-paced riders upgrading from alloy to carbon

• Riders who want a deeper 54mm aero profile for gravel

• Tubeless riders who run lower pressures on rough surfaces

• Owners of disc-brake gravel bikes with a 12x100mm front thru-axle

• Consider a different wheel if you want to keep using tires that aren't on Zipp's approved list, or if your fork uses a quick-release skewer or rim brakes

What to Look For

• Tire compatibility: Hookless rims only work with approved tires. Check Zipp's compatibility list before choosing a tire.

• Axle and rotor: You'll need a 12x100mm thru-axle fork and a Center-Lock rotor. 6-bolt rotors need an adapter.

• Front or full set: This listing is the front wheel only. Buy the matching rear if you want both wheels to have the same rim profile and ride feel.

Key Features

The rim is UD carbon fiber with hookless, tubeless construction. The hookless bead seat gives you a wide, consistent tire profile. In exchange, you're limited to approved tires and need to stay within their pressure guidance.

The 32mm internal width is the core of the design. More air volume means you can drop pressure for comfort and traction on loose or broken surfaces without the tire rolling or squirming in corners.

The 54mm depth adds aerodynamic efficiency. That's deep for a gravel rim. Zipp shaped the profile to blend with the tire's sidewall, which matters most on fast gravel and paved sections between dirt.

The Zipp 76D hub runs on sealed cartridge bearings made of carbon steel. Sealed cartridge bearings are a common, serviceable choice for riding in grit and wet conditions.

The wheel is laced with CX-Ray spokes and aluminum nipples. CX-Ray is a bladed spoke known for its strength-to-weight ratio, and it fits the aero focus of the rim.

Rider Intent Summary

• Biggest strengths: A wide 32mm hookless carbon rim, an aero 54mm depth, and better traction and comfort at lower tire pressures

• Tradeoffs: You can only use Zipp-approved tires, it's sold as a front wheel only, and it needs a Center-Lock rotor

• What makes it different: A deep, wide carbon gravel rim built on Zipp's Total System Efficiency approach, at a lower tier than Zipp's premium XPLR wheel

Victory's Take

At Victory Bicycle Studio, we think the 303 XPLR S is a smart way to get a modern wide, deep carbon gravel rim on your front end. We'll help you pick an approved tire and set your pressure to match how and where you ride.