SRAM XPLR Groupset Review: 1x Specific for Gravel Cycling

SRAM XPLR AXS review
SRAM XPLR Red AXS Rear Derailleur

“All the Right Steps.”

“Tailored to the needs of drop bar riders, SRAM’s new 1x-specific XPLR AXS wireless drivetrains target a gearing sweet spot. With a 10-44T cassette and matching derailleur, you get big range for gravel climbs and tight jumps for fast riding on road.” – SRAM

SRAM XPLR AXS Review Video

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In this video, JOM of the Gravel Cyclist crew runs SRAM’s latest groupset, XPLR AXS Red, through its paces in Florida, Georgia, Arkansas, and Northern California.

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SRAM XPLR XG-1271 Cassette

XPLR Rear Derailleurs

“If your ride doesn’t feel complete until you get a little dirt on your tires, you know the importance of capable components that can tackle anything. The SRAM XPLR eTap AXS rear derailleur is a dedicated 1x specific unit designed for use with XPLR 10-44T cassettes. Available in RED, Force, and Rival, it makes for an uncluttered drivetrain that takes on pavement and singletrack with equal aplomb. Wireless and proven eTap shift logic, AXS connectivity, and advanced chain management mean this derailleur does exactly what you want when you need it.”

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XPLR 10-44T Cassettes

“Make that daily ride from your front door a little spicier with some dirt. The 440% range of the XPLR 10-44T cassette provides smooth gear progression when you’re sweating up gravel climbs, and tight jumps on the high end for when it’s time to drill it on asphalt. Shift features on each cog are optimized for electronic shifting, so you’ll get fast, smooth, and precise shifts every time.”

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Direct Mount 1x Cranksets

“We originated the 1x drivetrain, and the SRAM RED and Force 1 cranksets evolve the innovation. Lightweight and stiff direct mount 1x chainrings in sizes from 38-46T mate with durable carbon arms to place your bike’s gear range in the sweet spot for your needs, with minimal complications. Our game-changing X-SYNC narrow-wide chainring technology keeps your chain where it needs to be, a new wide stance option provides maximum tire clearance, and our XPLR 10-44T cassettes take care of the range. So you can focus on the fun.”

SRAM XPLR AXS review

1 – All the Right Steps

“10-44T targets a sweet spot of gearing for gravel.”

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2 – Quiet, Secure, and Smooth

“Chain management and our Flattop chain give a reassuringly quiet, secure, and smooth ride.”

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3 – It’s Wireless

“No cables or wires. Easy battery management and insights from AXS connectivity.”

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Additional Photos

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SRAM AXS Phone App

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Canyon Grizl with SRAM Red XPLR AXS
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Rockshox Ultimate XPLR Fork
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Rockshox Reverb XPLR AXS Dropper Seatpost
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SRAM’s eTap Clic Shifters
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SRAM utilizes DOT Fluid for its Hydraulic Brakes
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SRAM XG-1271 10-44 Cassette

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Canyon Grizl somewhere in NorCal
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Riding Mt. Tamalpais, Marin County, NorCal

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