He has covered all the major innovations in cycling this century, and reported from launches, trade shows and industry events in Europe, Asia, Australia, North American and Africa. For one, you could put ETAP 11 on basically any frame and an 11 speed wheel set. To some extent this was because of the new chain but also because of the new rear mech's oil-filler damper technology, Orbit, that prevents it from moving on hard, jarring impacts. Im actually pretty open minded. Sponsoring teams IS marketing. Power meter upgrade (spindle only) - $249, Front derailleur (battery not included) - $175, Rear derailleur (battery not included) - $370. I dont know why this is relevant besides determining where brands want to put their marketing budget. You are a genius! Just dont pretend that either have been hitting the others nail on the head. It's also allowed Shimano to separate the upshift and downshift levers a bit more widely, reducing the risk of mis-shifting which was an issue particularly when wearing heavier winter gloves. There are two variants of the SRAM Red eTap; rim brakes (dual pivot and direct mount) and hydraulic disc brakes (commonly referred to as HRD, or Hydraulic Road Disc). Rumor is the Force version will have a removable PM. The fact that the rings are machined together is a huge issue to me. We've got full reviews of our experience of riding both SRAM Red eTap AXS and Shimano Dura-Ace R9200, but if you're not sure which is for you and want a more direct comparison read on. You shift one (usually the right one although that's configurable) to move to higher gears and the other to shift to lower gears. Richmond, Calif.s longtime frame-building component manufacturer, Paragon Machine Works, releases a limited 40th-anniversary multitool! > SRAM unleashed a whole new concept of gearing and gear ratios. Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 2403g / RRP 3,701. Theyve addressed what few issues the first group had, made it faster and more capable, and its better looking than ever. Basically, when you change gear at either the front or the back, the auto shift moves the other derailleur if necessary to ensure you are always shifting to the next available gear (in either direction) to keep changes as smooth as possible. The SRAM RED eTap AXS rear derailleur is AXS enabled for easy personalization and designed for both 1x and 2x systems. Gears 2x12SP. Overall, the group offers a not just a refreshing new take on what a road bike drivetrain can be, but also opens the doors for some pretty amazing things in the future. Weight:.84 ounces. Its already an option on all of Zipps wheels and as most wheel brands already offer an XD option we cant see much of an issue with compatibility. SRAM says that it's engineered its chainrings to up their longevity by 50% over its older 11-speed groupsets. Rival AXS rear derailleurs use a more traditional mechanical clutch. Gear steps: 12. Compatible with all other AXS components. Shimano researches products until there is no compromise in performance. Allow Necessary Cookies & Continue The harsher the bump, the more resistance it applies to keep the chain under control. All these sites are paid to promote therefore we cant expect them to be BRUTALLY honest because that means a blacklist from the sponsors in future. Whether you agree with me or not, you missed out on addressing my concerns with your review. Wide cranksets use a longer DUB spindle that will fit either road and mountain bike bottom brackets for maximum frame compatibility. Last year, Merida revitalized its line up of trail and enduro bikes with the launch of the 2023 Merida ONE-SIXTY and ONE-FORTY, the former of. Subscribe from just 13.50 and get a Lezyne Pocket Drive Pump, worth 29! Its pretty neat. Liam Cahill / Our Media The Orbea Orca, which Ive been running AXS on, is equipped with two blips mounted under the tape on the underside of the bars top, so you can shift gears when riding holding the tops while on a long, steady climb. Note:Di2 weights do not include wiring/junction box/battery. All rights reserved. SRAM RED eTap AXS 12-speed and wireless, it's the ultimate in modern shifting Specifications Shifting: Wireless Braking: Disc, dual pivot rim Speeds: 1x12, 2x12 Weight: 2101g 2x rim /. Gone is the two-ring design held in place by bolts on a spider. SRAMs new wireless RED eTap AXS road groupset has 12 gears, approaches road gearing in a totally new way, is available in either 1x or 2x setups and features a clutch. There are more teams riding Campy than Sram. Shimano's is also the cheaper groupset albeit only marginally, saving you around 90 at full retail price. Rival takes advantage of X-Range gearing, which uses tighter jumps between the chainrings and 12-speed cassettes to give riders more gear range and smoother gear progression. The cassette is a masterpiece of machining, with the construction using SRAMs one-piece X-Dome design to save plenty of weight. SRAM's new wireless RED eTap AXS road groupset has 12 gears, approaches road gearing in a totally new way, is available in either 1x or 2x setups and features a clutch. Its not just the wider range where AXS seems to have an advantage on the competition, but in smoother progression between gears, with more single tooth jumps across all three cassette blocks (Fig 2). Now, you should be able to easily clear a 70045 (frame/rim/tire dependent, of course), which is about as big as most of us are likely to run on a 2x setup. With the latest R9200 version of Dura-Ace released in 2021 there are more similarities between the two road bike groupsets than there were, but plenty of differences still. This is the increased weight of using the hydraulic calipers and hydraulic shifters. Wolf Tooth is working on one but its a little further out. Then theyll be cooking with gas. We were lucky enough to get our hands on Orbeas Orca a few months ago in the new eTap AXS spec and its this bike Ive used for my testing. Not so much. I could never willingly pay money for shimanos mehcanical mtb shifting over SRAMs. Meaning, you no longer have to make front shifts, you simply press one side to go easier and the other side to go harder, then it shifts front and/or rear for you to run through the gears in the most appropriate sequence. SRAM Gravel SRAM XPLR Its GRX groupsets still stop at 11-speed. Their products are sexy and light but not on par with their price in my opinion. Specifications : Feature 1 Wide: tire clearance up to 700x45c and 27.5 x 2.1". To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Spotted: A New XC Race Bike from Specialized 2023 Epic? Prior to that, Tyler launched and built multiple sports nutrition brands and consumer goods companies, mostly as an excuse to travel to killer riding locations throughout North America. This slims down the derailleur but also keeps it pulled up and out of harm's way when riding. The * means that its not actually checking your power and efficiency to optimize cadence for you, personally. You could have mentioned something to that affect. I just think theyre an inconsistent company when it comes to quality. A geartrain without friction? Doing so without affecting its strength is a challenge, which led SRAM to rethinking its chain design. How often do people wear out the big ring and small ring at the exact same rate? With its 12-speed groupsets, rather than develop new road-specific parts Shimano has used some components from its MTB range, one of which is the chain. But with a Force AXS group coming in April, that would be good timing. Ever bigger cassettes have been in vogue for years now, not just among committed amateurs like me and you but the pro peloton too. Rim brake fans arent being left out in the cold either as SRAM will be offering eTap AXS in that format. A whole new concept? A quiet, secure and smooth ride, whatever the terrain. Quarqs crank-based power meters have become legendary for their accuracy and reliability. You can also buy a single ring chainset or power meter with chainring sizes from 36t to 50t. Save 30% + G-Form Pro X3 Knee Pads when you subscribe to MBUK magazine. I dont mind it until Im at race wattage and then its a first world problem because the shifting is noticeably slower than di2 of any gen. Ive got 7970 still and it shifts faster than AXS. Rival eTap AXS 2x cranksets use an integrated spider, while Rival 1x cranksets have a single direct mount chainring. And apparently the same capability but at ultegra price or less. Thanks! Rather, it means that you can set shift points within the app to make it work better for your style of riding and allow the rear derailleur to drop or gain 1-2 gears when you shift the front. Double cranksets use X-Range gearing, with a smaller 13-tooth gap between chainrings, and are available in 48/35t or 46/33t. Wireless is amazing but the shift speed? The only / or last one I can remember that looks decent are the original XX double MTB cranks. Help!? The Rival AXS rear derailleur uses a spring clutch that improves chain retention over rough surfaces and keeps the drivetrain quiet and free of chain slap. Once you dial it in, I can see it being a cool thing for beginners or triathletes who dont want to have to think about doing too many things while riding. Sign up to receive Bikerumor content direct to your inbox. SRAM Force eTap AXS groupset options, weights, and pricing are as follows; Force eTap AXS 1X Electronic Road Groupset Rim (1,983g): RRP AU$2099 Force eTap AXS 2X Electronic Road Groupset Rim (2,453g): RRP AU$2,779 Force eTap AXS 1X Electronic HRD Groupset (2,572g): RRP AU$2,779 Force eTap AXS 2X Electronic HRD Groupset (2,812g): RRP AU$3,399 Similar bikes won't keep up with the Vitesse EVO Red eTap AXS while riding downhill or sprinting. ago. There's an indicator light on the rear mech that indicates charge level and, like SRAM, you can also check battery status in the Shimano E-Tube app. Shimano is rolling out special editions for gravel and road. Ive ridden the AXS and the shifting IS slow compared to di2 but fine if you like etap. SRAM has a history of making products that consumers love but mechanics hate. SRAM unveils its new Force eTap AXS component group, in a dual chainring, 23-speed option. Scope of delivery With setup tool, without battery. 2021 Road & Gravel Groupset Weight Comparison Updated Apr-2021 (added Rival AXS 12-speed) Crankset weights will vary depending on size and length. The smaller articulation angle between the chain links as they pass over an 11-tooth sprocket should also lead to lower friction, although SRAM claims that the 12-speed Red eTap with a 10-tooth sprocket is as efficient as its previous generation 11-speed system with an 11-tooth smallest sprocket. SRAM RED eTap AXS Actual Weights Road 2x (48/35 combo) - 419g with powermeter Road 1x (48t X-Sync) - 395g with powermeter Left crank - 156g Front derailleur - 165g with battery Rear derailleur - 247g with battery 10-33 Cassette - 211g Shifters - 233g/234g with coin cell batteries installed Updated Blip Box - 24g With 48/35t chainrings, 175mm cranks, a 10-30t cassette, and hydraulic disc brake calipers, the claimed weight of a complete Rival eTap AXS group is 2,783 grams. About this item. Strangely none of the reviewers thought it relevant. Purchased separately, a full 2x group comes in at $1,420, while a 1x group brings the pricing down to $1,190. The glaring bias in this review is palpable, I had to check that it wasnt a sponsored post. You can also check battery status in the SRAM AXS phone app (see below). The frame is made out of carbon and the condition is Brand New. Sign up to receive BikeRumor content direct to your inbox. Winning my award for Most Improved Front Derailleur category isdrum roll pleasethe front derailleur! eTap refers to Electronic Tap. However, Shimano still attaches the chainrings using bolts, although we've certainly never noticed any amount of flex. By signing up for email newsletters, you agree to BikeRumor's, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window). Perhaps the most enticing feature of the Rival AXS group is the new, more affordable, spindle-based Quarq power meter. Clicking on the right-hand button moves the rear derailleur to larger sprockets, while a click on the left-hand button takes you to smaller sprockets. Small gains in aerodynamics here or weight loss from a bikes chassis there are often breathlessly described as game-changing, when in fact theyre merely reasonable, expected gains brought about through refinement by clever sorts. As the name suggests it isnt a new standard but something that works across the myriad press-fit standards and traditional designs (BB30, PF30, BBright, PF30a, 386, PF86.5, GXP and BSA). 121 people watching This 2022 BASIC Bikes Carbon Gravel Bike mit Rival AXS, Carbon Laufradsatz, Titanschrauben, leicht und schnell - Other SRAM is a frame size 52. After experimenting with both automation settings, I was impressed with the sequential operation, where you can forget about front mech operations and just let the bike take care of it. The Rival cassette uses a fully pinned design, where 12 individual cogs are pinned together, increasing the weight by about 20 grams over a comparable Force cassette. SRAM Red eTap AXS changed the way we think about gear ratios. Each is designed to work with a specific 12-speed cassette (of which there are also three), but you can mix and match those pairings. The integrated PM is so wack in my opinion. Its rather odd that sluggish shifting was the biggest complaint that a lot of people had about eTap v1, and it seems like SRAM hasnt addressed it to any significant degree. Shimano is total opposite. I think lots of the coverage is skipping the cost of this new group set. SRAM 12-speed cassettes will only fit on wheels with SRAM XDR freehub bodies. This design, XDR, is close to XD (and compatible with the use of a small spacer). document.getElementById( "ak_js" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. These are then pinned together to create the 12-speed block. The brake levers are aluminum, and the lever reach is adjustable so you can personalize your fit. Adding an extra sprocket reduces space, which means the width of the chain must be reduced. Plus, it applied a hard wearing shiny finish for good measure. Msrp $764 Model ID RD-RED-E-D1 Features the gap between the next sprocket up and next sprocket down is bigger. Sram's most affordable eTap AXS groupset ridden and rated - but does the performance justify the cost? Shop now RED ETAP AXS HRD SHIFT-BRAKE SYSTEM A rear derailleur with an uprated spring or friction bushing acting on the jockey wheel cage. Shimano's E-Tube app provides similar lever customisation, but you can also alter the speed of shifts. With the exception of a brake warranty issue (albeit a pretty big one), this is hardly the truth. Wouldnt besurprised if were waiting a while, they probably need to make some money back on axs. Shimano gives you more flexibility with how this is configured, although this does increase the chances of getting a configuration that doesn't work well. The sheer quality of the operation is magnificent and the addition of an app adds the last piece of the puzzle to the user-friendliness of eTap (both old and new). Enter the roll-up tool bag. It is more important for R&D than for marketing. Weight according to the manufacturer: kA. Another smart move SRAM made was ensuring launch day delivery of parts, with a number of brands ready to go with new AXS-equipped models for road, gravel, monstercross and triathlon. Adding a 12th sprocket to the cassette reduced the space in between the cogs, so SRAM designed a new 12-speed chain which it took as an opportunity to create the distinctive looking flattop chain now in use. SRAM Red eTap AXS This is the option for you if you want no wires Specifications Speeds: 1x12, 2x12 Chainrings: 46/33T, 48/35T, 50/37T, 36T, 38T, 40T, 42T, 44T, 46T, 48T, 50T Cassettes:. Still seems a little rich for my blood especially when ultegra di2 shift groups can be found for 800 bucks new and the replacement parts are cheap for when you crash. The wide crank requires a matching wide front derailleur. Shimano R9200 brakes use Servo Wave tech, again ported from its MTB range, that gives you progressive brake action that is more aggressive at the end of the stroke and lighter when you're just feathering the brakes. Full details of the updated 2023 Paris-Nice route have been published and it includes some appetising highlights. The Durable Unifying bottom bracket (DUB) is SRAMs answer to creaky press-fit bottom brackets. Then they trickled down to the X9, X7 and X5 dual chainring cranksets. Shimano Dura-Ace brakes come paired with XTR MTB brake rotors, Shimano's E-Tube app can be used to fine tune shifting. SRAM RED eTap AXS 1X D1 Electronic HDR Flatmount Groupset $2,654.00 Was $3,792.00 SRAM Force eTap AXS 1X D1 Electronic HRD Flat Mount Groupset $2,218.99 Sram X01 Eagle AXS Upgrade Kit Red $1,450.99 Sram XX1 Eagle AXS Upgrade Kit Carbon $1,812.99 Sram X01 Eagle AXS Upgrade Kit Lunar $1,449.99 SRAM GX Eagle AXS Upgrade Kit Lunar Grey Compare them to DA or Ult di2 and Sram should be embarrassed. He didnt seem very convinced that it was faster. Other aspects? Updated Apr-2021 (added Rival AXS 12-speed), Older Post Newly formed Denver Disruptors NCL team to make its debut at Tucson Bicycle Classic and tackle a full season of NCL and domestic racing, By Anne-Marije Rook SRAM Red eTap AXS XPLR drivetrain review The gravel variant of SRAM's top-tier shifting Our rating 4.0 USD $1,610.00 Rear derailleur, cassette, crankset By Warren Rossiter Published:. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. SRAM's hoods are quite large. Especially because coming our way in the near future is a more affordable rival to compete with Shimano Ultegra Di2. The pics show only the drive side arm crank weightedso not sure if 395g with powermeter refers to the whole crank or to only one arm (this latter case would make no sense). To pair with the Rival AXS 12-speed chainrings and cassettes, there is a matching Rival AXS Flattop chain. Once the bike is configured, wires dont necessarily matter, though wireless if obviously superior in concept. This is called compensating shifting by SRAM and semi-synchronised shifting by Shimano. Specifically, the battery. Upon reflection, I wasnt constantly chasing that sweet spot thats so elusive on something like a 50/34 combo. The Force eTap AXS group is slated for April 2019, and while we dont have tech details on yet, its a good bet it, too, will use the revised gearing. Wide crankset and front derailleur options for gravel bikes. Advanced chain management keeps it silent and secure no matter the terrain. When you shift the front ring in either direction the rear mech puts you in the ideal gear progression by moving either one or two sprockets at the back. Shifting is actuated by switches on the brake levers, which send a signal to the derailleurs to do their thing. That makes them more agile but less capable. GRX Groupset total weight does not include cassette and chain. If you want to ditch the front derailleur altogether or fit even wider tires, there is also a single-ring Rival 1 wide crankset. Ive come to expect great ideas with mediocre execution from SRAM. Thats an example of real substance whereas much of their lineup is pure marketing. Sure, its all clean and new, but still, it was noticeable. SRAM's eTap AXS components, in contrast, are wireless. All the pros and cons explained and. SRAM expects Rival eTap AXS to be spec'd on complete bikes in the $3,500 to $4,000 range. With AXS I expected some improvement and a wider range of gears, but I wasnt totally convinced about how essential it would be. That type of publicity is infinitely more effective than being the official drive-train sponsor of some random WT team. Direct-mount chainrings are available in 38t through 46t in two-tooth increments.Read more about the difference between 2x and 1x drivetrains on gravel bikes. Thank you for reading 10 articles this month* Join now for unlimited access, Enjoy your first month for just 1 / $1 / 1, *Read 5 free articles per month without a subscription. The lack of any real critical analysis here is disappointing and lacks any credibility.