{"product_id":"zipp-303-xplr-s-carbon-gravel-wheelset-xdr","title":"Zipp 303 XPLR S Carbon Gravel Wheelset - 700c, Hookless, Center Lock, XDR, 12x100 \/ 12x142, 54mm Deep","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Zipp 303 XPLR S is the practical performance version of Zipp’s dedicated gravel aero platform—built for riders who want real speed gains without stepping all the way into 303 XPLR SW pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is important: this is the \u003cstrong\u003e303 XPLR S\u003c\/strong\u003e, not the higher-end \u003cstrong\u003e303 XPLR SW\u003c\/strong\u003e. You still get the wide 32mm internal hookless rim, deep 54mm aero profile, and gravel-specific Total System Efficiency design—but with a more affordable hub system and build package that makes more sense for many real-world riders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is built as a complete wheelset using separate front and rear wheels. Rear wheel uses an \u003cstrong\u003eSRAM XDR driver\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is critical for drivetrain compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Functional Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue gravel-specific aero carbon wheelset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32mm internal width built for modern high-volume gravel tires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e54mm rim depth improves aero efficiency on fast gravel and endurance rides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHookless tubeless-only rim design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower tire pressure support for better traction and reduced rider fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter Lock disc brake compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear wheel includes SRAM XDR freehub body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically for approved gravel tire pairings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong upgrade path for performance gravel race builds like GT8, Checkpoint, Crux, and Grail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWheel Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700c\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRim Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUD Carbon Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRim Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHookless, Tubeless Ready\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRim Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrake Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCenter Lock Disc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront Hub Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12x100mm Thru Axle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRear Hub Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12x142mm Thru Axle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRear Freehub\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRAM XDR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpoke Count\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24H Front \/ 24H Rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpokes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCX-Sprint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNipples\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBearings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel Cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront Hub\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZipp 76 Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRear Hub\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZipp 176 Series, 3 Pawl Leaf Spring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Technical Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e SRAM XDR gravel drivetrains including XPLR, AXS, Force, Rival, and high-performance gravel race builds using approved wide tubeless gravel tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot A Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimano HG, Shimano MicroSpline, or standard XD users without correct driver conversion. Not for traditional hooked clincher tire use. Must use approved tubeless-compatible hookless tire setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the biggest buying mistakes on these wheels—customers assuming all gravel tires are compatible with hookless rims. They are not. Tire selection matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eService \/ Ownership Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 303 XPLR S is often the smarter buy versus the SW for riders who care more about ride quality and real-world durability than marginal top-end hub upgrades. You get the same major ride-defining rim architecture that makes the XPLR platform special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor riders building a serious gravel race bike without overspending, this is often the better value decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFit \u0026amp; Use Signals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBest for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast gravel racing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong endurance gravel events\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders upgrading from alloy gravel wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerformance-focused GT8 and Checkpoint builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower pressure, higher comfort gravel setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasual hybrid riding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed compatibility uncertainty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders wanting narrow CX-style tire setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomers unfamiliar with hookless tubeless systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-ai=\"mechanic-insight\" style=\"display:none\"\u003e\nThe biggest thing to understand here is this is the 303 XPLR S, not the 303 XPLR SW. The rim platform is the real magic, and both share the same major gravel performance advantage: wide internal width plus deep aero shape plus low pressure optimization.\n\nMost riders will not feel enough difference to justify the SW price jump unless they specifically want the premium hub package.\n\nThe rear wheel is XDR only in this setup. Customers frequently confuse XDR, XD, HG, and MicroSpline. Always confirm cassette compatibility before ordering.\n\nTypical customer searches:\nbest gravel carbon wheelset under 1500\nZipp 303 XPLR S vs SW\nbest aero gravel wheelset for GT8\nwide carbon gravel wheels for SRAM XPLR\n\nOften replacing:\nstock alloy gravel wheelsets\nOEM heavy carbon gravel wheels\nnarrow internal width gravel wheels\n\nRecommended shop pairings:\ntubeless setup and sealant install\ncassette installation\nrotor installation\nfreehub compatibility verification\ntire pressure setup consultation\n\nCustomers comparing this often also look at:\nZipp 303 XPLR SW\nBoyd Jocassee Carbon Gravel SL\nReserve 40|44 GR\nENVE G23\nRoval Terra CL\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZIPP","offers":[{"title":"Front","offer_id":53363759317306,"sku":"GG-WHEEL-ZIPP-303XPLRS-FRONT-700-12100-CL","price":700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rear XDR","offer_id":53363759350074,"sku":"GG-WHEEL-ZIPP-303XPLRS-REAR-700-12142-XDR-CL","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5735\/8394\/files\/WE2608.jpg?v=1777082236","url":"https:\/\/gograva.com\/products\/zipp-303-xplr-s-carbon-gravel-wheelset-xdr","provider":"Grava Adventure Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}