It\u2019s evolution, not revolution for SRAM\u2019s second-tier groupset <\/p>
The new SRAM Force eTap AXS groupset sees updates to the shifters, cranksets and front derailleur, alongside new shiny graphics.<\/p>\n
There is a change to naming conventions, with SRAM dropping eTap from the groupset\u2019s name \u2013 so, henceforth, it\u2019s just SRAM Force AXS.<\/p>\n
SRAM has made minimal or no changes to many of the other components for the second generation of its second-tier 12-speed electronic road bike groupset.<\/p>\n
SRAM introduced Force eTap AXS 12-speed in 2019, not long after its range-topping Red eTap AXS<\/a>. Force eTap AXS shares many of the features of the Red wireless 12-speed groupset, but at a more affordable price.<\/p>\n In April 2021 Rival eTap AXS<\/a> was released. It\u2019s fair to say Rival has taken up a lot of the space occupied previously by Force, with many brands promoting Rival eTap AXS as an electronic groupset<\/a> option on their mid-tier bikes.<\/p>\n Here, we\u2019ll run through the each of components of the second-generation Force AXS 12-speed groupset, their weights and prices. Take a look too at Liam Cahill\u2019s SRAM Force AXS first ride review and his assessment of the new groupset.<\/p>\n How does the new groupset ride? You can read our SRAM Force AXS first ride review<\/a> to find out.<\/p>\n