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While previous teasers only showed close-ups of the details of Mahindra’s upcoming all-electric SUV – the XUV400 – the latest teaser reveals much more. Besides some details, Mahindra has finally added some long shots of the XUV400 in its teaser campaign. These shots confirmed that, as expected, the Mahindra XUV400 will indeed be longer than the internal combustion engine XUV300, which is an SUV under 4 meters. One of the main reasons behind this is that electric vehicles have no tax advantage for being less than 4 meters long, and Mahindra will take advantage of this to add extra space in the back row and trunk of the XUV400. increasing as a whole. length.

Read also : Mahindra once again teases the XUV400 all-electric subcompact SUV

Mahindra XUV400 will be longer than its ICE counterpart, the XUV300.

The XUV400 is set to launch on September 8, 2022, just one day before World Electric Vehicle Day. Its electric motor is expected to produce around 150bhp, while the model could have a choice of two different battery options. The range of higher variants should exceed 450 km on a single charge. The XUV400 is expected to be positioned between the Tata Nexon EV and MG ZS EV, while it’s likely to be on par with the Nexon EV Max in performance and price.

Read also : Mahindra XUV400 teased ahead of September 8 debut

The XUV400 will receive a new grille with several “X” embossed.

Another detail revealed in the latest teaser is the grille. Since EVs don’t need a traditional grille, the XUV400 gets a new insert in place of the grille, with several ‘X’s embossed on it. Center stage is of course taken by the Twin Peaks logo, and the grille is flanked by familiarly designed headlights. Mahindra has yet to announce any feature details, but expect many of the XUV300’s features to be available here as well. We could see upgrades in the form of a digital instrument console and possibly a larger touchscreen infotainment unit.

Students return to class on Tuesday and for some students in the Huron South area of ​​Kitchener, they are entering a brand new school.

Oak Creek Public School will serve nearly 600 students from the area, which has seen significant growth in recent years.

“Standing here, [the area] is still under construction, it’s still in development,” school principal Jeff Johnson told CBC Kitchener-Waterloo. The morning edition.

Johnson said the school welcomes new families who have just moved to the area, as well as other newcomer families. The school also draws students from nearby public schools, including Janet Metcalfe Public School.

“Our school community will be very diverse and we look forward to getting to know them,” he said.

The goal is for the school to also be a “walking school,” Johnson adds, where students walk, ride or cycle instead of taking public transport.

The school has been under construction since the Waterloo Region District School Board received funding for construction in 2018. It is also home to a new daycare center and the new City of Kitchener Community Center.

Kitchener’s Oak Creek Public School is also home to a new City of Kitchener daycare and community center. (Carmen Groleau/CBC)

Johnson said the school board took a modern approach to space design with lots of natural light, wider hallways and a general openness to classrooms and common areas.

Johnson points to some of the key features of the classroom, including flow desks to make it easier to group and move students, whiteboards set to student height, and new flat-screen TVs in the classroom instead of projectors .

“There’s really no ‘front of the class,’” he said, adding that there’s also no desk for the teachers.

“There are workstations for teachers and plenty of table space, but that table space is going to be used to facilitate learning, conferences and small group work.”

Johnson said getting to know his students and their families will be central to building new relationships this year.

“I’m really excited to get started and create this sense of community here in Oak Creek,” he said.

The new Gold Star looks a lot like the old Gold Star, but modern technology means it produces more power.

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Disclosure: The author is a former BSA A50 owner and current Royal Enfield INT650 owner

Britbike brands once considered lost to the decline of the industrial age continue to make a comeback, with Birmingham Small Arms, aka BSA, being the latest resurrection through investment or outright India-based ownership.

With the revival of BSA, owned by Mahindra, Classic Legends, it makes three significant resurrections of the britbike brand across the sub-continent, with TVS reviving Norton and agricorp Eicher Group bringing Royal Enfield into the modern era (and the international markets). Mahindra also operates specialist bicycle manufacturer Jawa and other brands of small displacement motorcycles.

Technically, Royal Enfield was Indian owned and operated for decades after it closed in the UK in the 1970s, but it is on this list for important contextual reasons, the main one being relocation. After some delays, the new BSA has put its first new bike on the market, and it wears the most important of the BSA badges: Gold Star.

For decades, the distinctive BSA badge stood for speed, power and style.

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BSA’s Gold Star has been the gold standard of motorcycling for decades, first hitting the market in 1938 and riding the popularity of BSA – BSA has been the biggest motorcycle brand in the world for some time – for 25 years. It started out as a 350cc single and quickly grew to 500cc. The air-cooled engine could produce power in the mid-30s at the time, and it was eventually joined by a long line of BSA 500 and 650cc twins as the clock started to tick down. This author has owned a BSA A50 500cc twin for several years.

The new Gold Star is still a one-lung single, but it starts in the 650cc class (652cc, to be exact) and while it certainly looks like a classic bike, it has a lot of technology under the skin that should help- the to keep pace with other retro-modern machines in its class, such as Royal Enfield’s popular INT650 and 650 GT twins.

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The new 650 Gold Star will come standard with electric start (and no backup kickstarter), liquid cooling, digital fuel injection, ABS anti-lock Brembo disc brakes, a five-speed gearbox and a head 4-valve for the deep-breathing single. cylinder. Small LCD panels in the proper “counter-clockwise” analog-style instruments – including a small clock in the headlight shell – relay the fuel level and a few other bits of data.

BSA will retain the “reverse” or counter-clockwise operation of vintage instruments, but digital … [+] data feeds them.

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Despite liquid cooling, which requires a radiator in front of the motor, the motor retains cooling fins to complete the retro look. A flat seat with strap, a shiny 3-gallon tank with the famous BSA badging, spoked wheels and full fenders set the right retro styling notes. The front fork offers no adjustability while riders can increase preload on both rear shocks to haul passengers and gear. Power output from the modern engine is in the mid-range 40 horsepower, which should be enough to haul the 437-pound Gold Star and triple-digit rider (known historically as “the ton”), if not barely.

It looks vintage, but it’s not: the radiator cools engine heat, and the three-gun badge sits under the … [+] spark plug. Fins are there to show off more than just cooling.

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The first Gold Stars will cost £6,500 when they first arrive in the UK, although the company is now based in India, where the bikes will eventually do battle with the well-established Royal Enfield machines, which are icons nuns at the limit with the riders. the. North America will undoubtedly get them at some point, probably around the $7,000 price point. Kawasaki’s W-800 rings in at around $9,000, and Royal Enfield’s 650 twins, which have suddenly caught the attention of American riders, start at around $6,000 if you can find one.

Another iconic British marque being relaunched in India – Norton – is likely to hit the US and international markets soon, although the new Nortons will be larger in displacement, more modern, more luxurious and more expensive than the BSA and Royal Enfield offerings. We hope to get a BSA gold star for review when they become available in the US.

Who’s next? Smaller British brands AJS and Ariel remain in hibernation, waiting in the wings for angel investors to descend from their financial skyscrapers to bring them back to their former glory. Stay tuned.

British super luxury car brand McLaren has reached Indian shores. Automaker McLaren Automotive has announced its entry into the Indian market. The 130-crore strong country is the automaker’s 41st territory.

The British brand will open its first outlet in Mumbai in October this year, the company said in a statement. McLaren is known for supercars and hypercars and has reached mass followings across the world. The company was launched in 2010 and has an impressive portfolio of GT, supercar, Motorsport and Ultimate models which are sold by over 100 retailers in over 40 markets worldwide.

The automaker will sell its top models, including Everyday McLaren GT and the first-ever Artura high-performance car. On top of that, supercars including the 720S in Coupe and Spider versions, as well as the 765LT Coupe and Spider, will also be on sale at its exclusive Maximum City outlet. An event will also be held in the second half of this year to mark the opening of McLaren Mumbai, the company said.

“It will also provide customers with full support, offering sales, aftersales and service on the full McLaren model range,” the company said.

“India remains an important market where our fans and select clientele can experience the best of McLaren in Mumbai. Looking ahead, we will soon welcome the Artura to India, the all-new high-performance hybrid supercar,” said Paul Harris, Managing Director – APAC and China, McLaren Automotive in a statement.

“We look forward to opening the McLaren Mumbai Retail Experience Center and offering McLaren customers an exceptional opportunity to engage with the brand and become part of the McLaren ownership community,” said Lalit Choudary of McLaren Mumbai.

At the end of 2021, Kawasaki CEO Hiroshi Ito confirmed that 2022 would be the year the brand would enter the electric motorcycle market, and we are now just weeks away from the official launch of two machines that promise to put in place a fight against competition.

By 2021, Ito said, “In 2022, we will show at least three electric vehicles around the world. That’s a promise.” The first of them was somewhat disappointing: the Elektrode, launched on the American market, which was only a battery-powered balance bike for children. The other two seem much more interesting.

Files published on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website in the United States show that Kawasaki will have two electric motorcycles in 2023, codenamed “NX011AP” and “NR011AP”.

The designation follows Kawasaki’s usual pattern, with “X” in the second bullet point used to designate a sports bike and “R” for a naked roadster, but the initial “N” is new and stands for “Electric” in the Kawasaki naming protocol. The document, which was quickly updated to remove mention of the new models, showed they each produced 11 kW (15.2 hp), showing that they will be legal in Europe.

That means we can expect two mechanically identical bikes, along the lines of models like the Z125 and Ninja 125, but electric. The model names are not yet known, but Kawasaki had previously registered the Ninja E2 and Ninja E2-R titles.

Evans Cycles will relaunch its partnership with the Cube bicycle brand.

The partnership will see the retailer’s 71 locations, as well as the online store, feature products from the Cube range, after a three-year hiatus. The Cube range consists of high quality mountain, road, cyclo-cross and e-bikes, as well as cycling clothing, parts/components and accessories.

At the height of the pandemic, Cube and Evans Cycles put their business relationship on hold due to supply chain issues. However, thanks to continued investment in infrastructure and inventory, Cube and Evans Cycles parent company Frasers Group is able to resume supply later this year.

Russell Merry, Managing Director of Evans Cycles at Frasers Group, said: “We are delighted to be working closely with Cube again. As a retailer we are committed to providing the best choice from the best brands and our aim is to be the leader in cycling in store and online in the UK.

“The inclusion of such a quality range, which spans multiple cycling disciplines, is an important step in this journey and will be available throughout our store network.”

Bart van den Biggelaar, Commercial Director at Oneway, Cube’s UK distributor, said: “It is great that we are able to resume our partnership with the iconic Evans Cycles brand under the new ownership and management of Frasers Group.

“Our values ​​have always been aligned and, now that the issues the pandemic has brought are behind us, we are excited to continue our relationship benefiting from the elevated stores and online reach of Evans Cycles.”

Read more: Bicycle sales down a quarter from pre-Covid levels, says Bicycle Association’s latest report

Since its creation by Marcus Pürner in 1993 from his father’s workshop, Cube has grown into one of the largest independent bicycle brands in the world, with more than 600 people employed at the company’s headquarters in Waldershof, in Germany, in product development, engineering, manufacturing and sales.

If you are in the market to buy a brand new home without the need for painting or updating, only your personal touch with the decor, then a newly built home may be your preference.

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Here are Gibson Sotheby International Realty’s picks of the week for newly built homes in Chatham, Harwich, Wellesley and Weston, ranging from $1.795 million to $4.798 million.

$1,995,000Chatham

This newly constructed 2,949 square foot home at 252 Deer Meadow Lane, Chatham on 1.6 acres of land awaits individual touches. It has 9 foot ceilings, four bedrooms, four full bathrooms and a powder room.

The floors are hardwood throughout. The kitchen will have custom cabinetry in the owner’s color choice. All counters are granite.

The master bedroom is located on the first floor with a walk-in shower, a double vanity and a large walk-in closet.

The family room has a gas fireplace. The dining room leads to a terrace. The main level also has a mudroom and laundry room.

Each of the three bedrooms on the second level has its own private bathroom. There is also storage and an additional family room or office space on the second level.

The fore and aft decks are built with Azek materials.

For more information, contact the listing agent, Darci Sequin, 508-274-6700.

$1,795,000

This home overlooking Aunt Edie’s Pond at 34 Red Pine Drive, Harwich has three bedrooms, three full bathrooms and a powder room.

The chef’s kitchen features quartz countertops, a large center island, bar and dining area leading to a private terrace.

The sunny great room with gas fireplace, hardwood floors and custom built-ins sits just off the entry hall and library.

The master suite is located on the first floor. The upper level features two guest bedrooms and a loft/home office with a full bath and bonus room.

Other amenities include a spacious deck, a finished lower level with a family room, and additional space.

The house has central air conditioning, central vacuum, generator hook-up, irrigation system and high-efficiency utilities.

The waterfront location is perfect for kayaking and paddle boarding and minutes from the bike path, Nantucket Sound and golf.

For more information, contact the listing agent, Dianne Mongeau at 508-274-2568.

$2,895,000 Wellesley

This newly built 4,600 square foot home at 19 Turner Road, Wellesley has four bedrooms, four bathrooms and a powder room.

This contemporary colonial style has a gracious lobby that opens to the living room with fine millwork. The dining room leads to an expansive kitchen with a generous island, top brand appliances and a dining area overlooking the grounds.

The spacious family room with open fireplace has large windows and 9 foot ceilings with coffered details. The garage vestibule offers ample storage.

The second floor features a master suite with bay window, spa-like bathroom, built-in shelving and two large walk-in closets. The second floor is completed with two additional bedrooms as well as a full bathroom and a spacious laundry room.

The finished lower level has a full bathroom, gym, and an additional family room perfect for entertaining or a bonus/game area.

The house is located close to town, train, walking trails and Morses Pond.

For more information, contact listing agent Benoit, Robinson, O’Rourke at 617-962-9292.

$4,485,000 Weston

This newly constructed 9,268 square foot, five bedroom, 6.5 bathroom home at 667 Wellesley St., Weston is surrounded by 2.67 acres and close to Weston and Wellesley schools.

Indoor features include an indoor saltwater pool and lounge area equipped with its own dedicated air conditioning quality system.

The open floor plan offers three levels of space.

The chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry on the first floor includes a pantry and Thermador appliances.

The master suite has a spa-like bathroom and large double closets and overlooks the private backyard.

There are three additional bedrooms with attached bathrooms and a large closet comprising the second level plus a bonus room that could be used as an additional bedroom, home office, fitness room or media room.

The lower level is a multipurpose space with incredible natural light and includes a fitness room, additional family/media room with wet bar, and full bathroom.

For more information, contact the listing agent, Christina Santangelo, 617-593-0889

$4,798,000 Weston

This new 7,658 square foot mid-entry Colonial at 83 Brown St., Weston features six bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms and a grand two-story foyer.

The formal living room and dining room feature hardwood floors. The gourmet kitchen with a large center island, wet bar and expansive dining area is flooded with natural light and opens to a sunny oversized family room with custom millwork.

There is also a cloakroom and a guest/au pair suite on the first floor.

The second floor has a master suite and offers a walk-in closet and spa-like bath and three additional en-suite bedrooms

The lower level offers a flexible floor plan, including space for a media room, exercise room/office, games room and guest bedroom, including storage space.

The house is located close to schools in Weston and downtown Wellesley.

For more information, contact listing agent Benoit, Robinson, O’Rourke, 617-686-4110.

German car group Volkswagen has started testing some ŠKODA-branded electric vehicles in India as it assesses products to bring to the country for electromobility targeting the mass segment, according to a senior company official.

The group, which has handed responsibility for leading its growth in India to ŠKODA AUTO, will also continue to focus on internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles as it believes that the introduction of electric vehicles on a large scale will depend on the ecosystem and infrastructure development in India. of the country, said Piyush Arora, Managing Director of ŠKODA AUTO Volkswagen India.

“We recognize that there is a demand in India for electric vehicles, so we have already launched the Porsche Taycan and Audi e-Tron which are doing extremely well in the Indian market,” he told PTI. in an interview.

At the same time, he added, “We are also evaluating for ŠKODA and Volkswagen and what products should we bring to the Indian electromobility market. We have already tested test vehicles for the ŠKODA brand, we will assess the right time to introduce them to India.”

Arora was responding to a question about VW Group’s electric vehicle plans for the Indian market below the luxury segment. The all-electric Porsche Taycan has a starting price of ₹1.5 crore, while the price of the Audi e-tron ranges from ₹99.99 lakh to ₹1.18 crore.

In terms of electromobility, he said: “We have followed a top-down approach with our luxury brands, already launching products on the market. Both Audi and Porsche have very successful electric vehicles in the Indian market.

He added: “We are also looking at Volkswagen and ŠKODA cars that we can bring in. We are testing some of these cars and once we have concluded on the model, the next step is the local assembly of one of the cars. We will then move on to wallet localization when the market is ready in terms of infrastructure, that would be the path we would like to take.

“Currently, VW Group is present in India through its brands including Volkswagen, SKODA, Audi, Porsche, Lamborghini and Bentley in the four-wheeler segment.

Globally, Arora said electrification is happening at different levels, with Europe already committed to selling all new zero-emission vehicles by 2035, while China is moving at a very rapid pace. and that North America should also evolve at a faster pace.

The expectation was not very high for India to move, but the country has started to show early signs that it is moving at a much faster pace, he added.

“So I think our strategy of decarbonization and electrification growth will also be followed in India. For the Volkswagen Group, the timing of that will of course depend on the developing ecosystem and infrastructure in India,” Arora said.

Asked how the group sees the potential of electric vehicles in the country, he said: “India is a very particular market, growth in India will come from both fossil fuel vehicles and electric vehicles.

Most markets moving to electric mobility take away the share of ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicles, but in India, both markets will grow.

“In terms of EV penetration, by 2030 it could be anywhere from 15-16% to 30%,” he said, adding that it would be much higher for two- and three-wheelers than for electric vehicles. four wheels. wheel industry.

“The penetration of four-wheeled vehicles will be highly dependent on infrastructure development,” Arora said.

The component supplier ecosystem is also growing and this will take some time to complete, he said, adding: “…you can’t just focus on electrification. You also need to focus in the ICE market, and your resources are ultimately limited”.

The VW group announced in 2018 an investment of 1 billion euros between 2019 and 2021 as part of its strategy to strengthen its presence in the country as part of its “India 2.0” project. It had set a target to capture 5% of India’s passenger vehicle market by 2025.

Sales of passenger vehicles in the Indian market stood at 30,69,499 units in 2021-22, compared to 27,11,457 units in 2020-21, according to data from SIAM.

On the road ahead, Arora said, “Our first objective is to consolidate ‘India 2.0’, make it sustainably profitable and capture the desired market share that we have set ourselves… That would be the goal. for another year to come.”

However, he added, “We began to assess the overall opportunities for ICEs and BEVs (battery electric vehicles) as future growth engines for us. And once we prioritized, Since resources are always limited, you cannot develop or localize all of your products at once. The next round of investment will be based on our preferred products.” PTI RKL MR

For the fourth consecutive year, Bajaj has been chosen as the ‘Most Loved Motorcycle Brand’ and ranked among the 50 Most Loved Brands in Sri Lanka by LMD – Brand Finance Awards 2022 in the 19th edition of its annual review.

The Bajaj brand has been recognized by Brand Finance Lanka in its annual reviews since 2011 and with the introduction of this category as ‘Most Loved Motorcycle Brand’ in 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022.

Lakmal De Silva, Deputy Managing Director (Vehicle Sales), DPMC said: “Our 360-degree commitment to the brand, including superior and accessible after-sales service, is essential for the Bajaj brand to earn the title of “ most popular motorcycle brand”, although at the time of the award, new motorcycles had not been available in the country for more than 2 years.

To meet the needs of Bajaj brand loyal consumers for new motorcycles, David Pieris Motor Company (Private) Limited (DPMC) has recently reintroduced the Bajaj CT 100, with local added value as part of standard operating procedure for automotive manufacturing/assembly industry and automotive. Component manufacturing industry in Sri Lanka introduced by the Ministry of Industry.

The Bajaj CT 100, one of the best-selling bikes in the Bajaj family, is renowned for its fuel efficiency, durability and performance, which also makes it the ideal vehicle in today’s economic environment.

Bajaj, the world’s fourth largest two-wheeler manufacturer is popular in over 75 countries in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, South and Southeast Asia for its range of motorcycles including CT 100, Platinum, Discover, Avengers, Pulsar, etc. DPMC has been the sole Bajaj and KTM distributor in Sri Lanka for over 4 decades.

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Zipp took an already fast (and expensive) wheel, made it significantly lighter, increased the inner rim width from 18mm to 23mm, and added a few millimeters of depth to their unique sawtooth design. The result is an extremely fast wheel, but one that also might not work on all bikes or tire preferences.

Removing 244 grams from a 1800 gram wheelset is actually a big deal

Zipp claims additional watt savings with the deeper profile

A wider internal rim width is better optimized for wide tires (resulting in lower pressure and a smoother ride)

Hookless design adds a claimed saving of 8 watts in rolling resistance

Still so expensive

A minimum tire width of 25mm may not suit everyone

Optimized for 28mm tires which may not fit many frames or forks

Price

$4,400

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Ever since 2005 when Zipp introduced an 81mm dimple wheel, triathletes have had a love affair with the 808 wheelset. Never content to just go with a 40-65mm deep carbon wheel , triathletes have always been okay with the added weight penalty, knowing that the 80(ish)mm wheelset would yield big aero gains without the sketchy handling, rough ride and massive weight penalty of a disc entirely in carbon. In the years since, Zipp has made some tweaks, most recently creating the older 858 NSW with a 77/82mm undulating rim depth which they claim offered most of the frontal aero benefits with fewer handling issues. crosswind. This year’s big update to the 858 NSW could have easily justified some kind of inscrutable name change (like the 868 NSW.1 or a mess), but they kept the same name, while making the new wheel all except.

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Zipp 858 NSW: The Basics

Before we get into what’s new for this version of the 858 NSW, let’s quickly talk about the basics of this wheelset: First, you’re looking at a fairly expensive $4400 wheelset ($2000 front 12x100mm disc only, $2,400 rear 12×142 disc only) which is available in SRAM XDR or SRAM/Shimano compatible hubs. The wheels are 24 spoke front and rear, with ZZR1 DB hubs with 66 engagement points. Although this is an optimized tubeless wheelset, Zipp says you can use a tubeless compatible tire with a tube inside to act as a tire setup if you don’t want to worry about sealant and tubeless seats, however, you can’t use a standard tubed clincher tire. There is no rim brake option.

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New features in this updated version of the 858 NSW include an internal width of 23mm (the old version was 18mm), which means you can only use a tubeless compatible tire 25mm wide or wider. The new 858s are also optimized for 28mm tires, but Zipp even encourages riders to use 30mm. Also, the new versions have gone through a fairly substantial diet, slashing the wheelset’s overall weight by 274 grams, down to a very svelte 1530g per wheelset, something more in line with a pair of hoops from 50 to 60 mm. Part of that weight reduction is likely due to the hookless rim profile, which Zipp says saves 8 watts in rolling resistance when used with 28mm tubeless tires. but surprisingly the new wheels are actually deeper than the old set – 82mm-85mm alternating from the old version at 77mm-82mm. More on what this means below.

Zipp 858 NSW: the good one

We were lucky enough to spend some time on a set of new 858s just before they launched, and one of Zipp’s main claims was that the updated profile meant less crosswind forces. To challenge that head-on, we slapped a pair of Continental 5000 28mm TLRs on the 858s and bolted them to the squirreliest tri-rig in our arsenal, the new Argon E-117.

Imagine our surprise when the new 858s dramatically softened the bike’s notoriously rough and rough ride almost immediately. The crosswind forces felt more like a 55mm-65mm wheelset than anything north of an 82mm rim, and we were able to use the optimized 28mm tires – which were very tight rear – at 58 psi (front) and 61 psi (rear), as recommended by Zipp. This low-pressure situation helped smooth out the usually bumpy ride of the Argon-plus-carbon-deep rim combo, and also made for fantastic cornering.

Plus, the nearly 15-percent reduction in rotating weight allowed us to power through rolling climbs, accelerate out of corners, and generally have a super fun time in what is usually a more awkward riding situation. These wheels have both smoothed out a bike that’s usually a little hard to handle while also upping the fun factor on the climbs and corners. In terms of flat out speed in the aerobars, the increased depth made them scream.

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Zipp 858 NSW: the good one

First, let’s not ignore the elephant in the room: $4,400 is a lot for a pair of wheels. In fact, $4,400 is not a cheap bike. And while Zipp (thankfully) dropped the price of the new version of their “budget” 80mm carbon wheels, the 808 Firecrest, from $2,800 to $2,300, they couldn’t budge on the price. of the 858 NSW. The price not only makes this a wheelset for an exclusive group of triathletes who have the money to buy them, but there are a few other features on this new release that only work for a select few.

If you are interested in this wheelset, you must be 100% sure that your bike can accommodate 25mm tires and that you want to use 25mm tires. all the time. While I can tell you beyond a shadow of a doubt that there is no reason you should run less than that, especially on this wheelset, just know that a 21mm or 23 mm is out of the question, according to Zipp, due to the new 23mm inner rim depth. We found that the suggested 28mm Continental GP 5000 TLR tires barely cleared the rear triangle of our new 2022 Argon E-117 frameset, so if you’re dreaming of speed-optimized 28mm be super super sure that your framework will work. Also keep in mind that you must also use a tubeless compatible tire, due to the hookless rim design, but that doesn’t mean you can’t use a tubeless compatible tire with an inner tube in it. interior.

Finally, while the crosswind forces on the new 858 NSW were greatly reduced – and the handling of our usually nervous Argon was much more stable – we did experience some weird wobble from time to time when large vehicles passed. It was a unique feel for the 858s that we hadn’t often felt on other axles in the 50-85mm range, and it wasn’t something we worried about, but it was slightly noticeable.

conclusion

If you set aside the high price and user-limiting features of the new Zipp 858 NSWs (things like its tubeless-only and 25mm+-only tire), this is actually a game of fairly revolutionary wheels. In the past, triathletes would typically choose a frame and then buy wheels around that frame. The old way of thinking was that frame weight mattered (it doesn’t really matter, in triathlon) and you needed a nice carbon frame to get a nice, smooth ride that wouldn’t beat you up. We would spend more money on a frame with a faster and/or more comfortable ride and one that handles better. With the introduction of an 82mm+ wheelset that tips the scales at 1530g (remember rotational weight is more important than static weight, as you’ll find on a frame) and is optimized for the 28mm tires you can run at very low pressures like 58 /61psi like we did, you take the gun out of the frame hand when it comes to weight and ride/handling characteristics.

In other words, you could put this wheelset on a tough tri bike that had good aero but was a bit beefy/rough, and the low pressure/high width tires would smooth out the ride for you to do ‘t be so beat on the bike (and later, the race). You would also take a lot of the weight penalty off because a 1530 gram wheelset can roll up a hill much quicker and easier than an 1800 gram pair.

Of course, this wheelset isn’t for everyone, given its price and tire limitations, but if you’ve been hesitant to go for a wider tire or go entirely tubeless (and you know your bike can accommodate the width), this wheelset should pique your interest. In fact, I’d go so far as to say that I would consider putting this $4000+ wheelset on a $2000 tunnel tested tri-frame, and I’d probably end up faster, happier and more comfortable than most $8,000 frame/wheel setups would ever reach. Hats off to Zipp for once again giving triathletes something new and exciting to envy.

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