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3:03 "if you press both levers together, you take a screenshot!"

Simon "some of my best friends are mechanical groupsets" Richardson

Now waiting for 105 Di2

this groupset is 3 kgs and my 105 with hydraulic is 2.4 kgs which is crazy , if Shimano release a 105 di2 then its game on !!!

Si accelerating during the opening sequence makes me wonder if he's getting ready for Team Trial vs Peloton

Well this increases my hope for 105 Di2 this year. Would be perfect for the bike models next year then.

Everything I need to know on the first 2min but I watched the whole thing. The video quality is amazing! Thanks guys!

That dark green Orbea is siccc!

Quality and cinematography on videos like this is second to none. GCN are the best in the business. Thank you guys!

Rival AXS hydraulic shifters plus Eagle AXS RD and Eagle cassette is now the ultimate gravel mullet! Thanks @GCN

Si is the only GCN host who would push 250+ W uphill while talking just to put the workout in!!

105 Di2? Please Shimano please

Single sided power for less than $250 is a game changer for power meters. Love my Red AXS and Shimano would have be make Di2 very very special to get me to switch back

I bought a new bike last year. Costs in total :1299 € for a 8,5 kg "Maschine". (with 105 mechanical groupset) I'm happy with my "Old-school" - Not-e-buddy. 4500 km and just a lil tension arrangement needed. Runs like the first day (and looks almost like that 😍) greetz from Hamburg/Germany

This is so exciting. I've been shopping around for an endurance bike for a couple of weeks now, and an electronic groupset is at the top of my wishlist. I've been trying to rationalize spending $4k -$6k to get it, but now I don't have to! (Well, in a few months I won't have to.)

I was lucky enough to score a Specialized Tarmac SL7 Comp after the first of the year (after like 3 other bikes were made unavailable due to parts and other shortages) so I wasn't even looking to get into the E-Tap space (was planning on an SL6 eventually) but when this showed up unexpected at my local shop (Reser's Bicycle Outfitters in Newport Kentucky - hey have to support those LBS!) they slapped my name on it knowing it would've been sold in a matter of days. I have only been able to ride it on any rides over 20 miles like 6 times so far this year...winter in Kentucky is NOT great for outside riding) BUT I will say I am so far LOVING this set up. It is smooth, it's deliberate and synching the front and rear derailleur for maximum efficiency going into climbs or whatever is amazing. I am already threatening several local PR segments and its only the first of March. This set up on a decent aero minded bike really is a leap forward....so who has a deal on some carbon wheels?? :)

Shimano resting on it’s laurels in 2021 not yet releasing the new DA, meanwhile SRAM out here releasing new Rival and GX AXS products 👌🏼🙌🏼

@Global Cycling Network you missed out on AXS web / the AXS app and the data it kicks out. Its one of the more interesting innovations where SRAM has really pushed the envelope. As an AXS user its helped me refine my choices for gearing, tire pressure, etc. Arguably its made a bigger difference for me than having 12spd vs. 11spd and definitely higher impact than wireless or electronic. Having this be available on a mid range bike is a game changer.

Point to SRAM. I hope this will force Shimano to release a 105 Di2 soon.

Considering that the whole cycling industry has increased prices by approximately 70% in the last five years this is a major shock!

Bikes with this group set will still cost at least $5,500 in Canada. That's still high end if you ask me.

I've been riding Shimano my entire life but now after SRAM releasing Force AND Rival eTap AXS that's changing. I love the simplicity of building a bike with a wireless groupset, the intuitive use, the option of affordable powermeters and in general how modular the entire eTap range is so that you can build exactly the bike that fits your needs. No matter if that includes a 'traidional' 2x set up or a 1x mullet set up that allows you to ride up ridiculously steep gradients on epic gravel adventues.

The whole GCN crew is on those new Wahoo Speedplays now lol

Did anyone else do a double take at the most horrific helmet-hair on Si's head, only to realize it was the shiny sunglasses reflecting the bright sky? Especially from 11:49 to 11:55 haha

I'm all in favour of trickle-down tech in cycling... but one of the things I enjoy most about a bicycle is that (in my case) it's purely mechanical and uses basic off-the-shelf parts. When part of my work involves fixing (often flaky) computer issues, I sometimes get tired of how electronics and batteries don't tend to age gracefully. It's why my home computer has reverted back to a wired Ethernet connection and why most of my power tools are corded.

good luck getting hold of it! My LBS here in UK have 10 sets ordered, they are told 1 coming end of June, 2 in August and the rest next April!!!

I just bought a Rodeo-Labs gravel bike, and I will be putting this on it. I was going to do Force cable actuated build, but I want to go electric. Very excited by this news!

I know it’s a year old but a) love this content as I’m down to a choice of 2 bikes with the rival etap swaying me and b) I love Si doing these kinds of video. He’s hands down the best GCN presenter for ‘new looks’/ ‘how to’ types of videos

its great to b able to come back to this video, as I'm just about purchase my first new bike with electronic group set, SRAM is top pf my list even with with 105 now out and wild, cheers GCN

0:55 sick 🔥🔥

Just ordered an Orbea Orca with Rival eTap and I’m sooo excited. Upgrading from 105 and I’ve been dying to try out electronic shifting. Definitely looks like a good deal that doesn’t sacrifice much.

Great Review! I might be buying a Roubaix Comp with this groupset soon. Thank you for the great review and all of your excellent content.

SRAM axs 12 speed chains last forever. Over 7000 miles on mine and not at .5 wear yet. Only ride in good weather though.

I have a Gravel with Rival eTap absolutely love it.

First reaction is: Great! They are bringing electronic shifting to a more affordable price point! But when you think about it carefully, you will be paying £1500 for a groupset that weights 3kg... A disk brake bike in the £2500 range with this groupset will surely be around 10kg, and that sort of money would buy you a sub 6.8kg mechanical RED equipped bike a few years ago. Sure I agree with Si that midrange bikes nowadays can be extremely capable machines, but it is also true they cost the same kind of money top of the range bikes used to cost not long ago...

Thanks for changing your video ratio, GCN! I can now view full screen on my minimal bezel smartphone without cropping 🍺🍺🍺

30 minutes after news broke out of Rival axs and friends already asking me where we can get this😂....am a fully Sram convert guy because of this...Si though, he’s the best gcn presenter for these kind of things

I guess we might see 105 Di2 soon, then. :)

Third video today in 'recommendations' covering this product...SRAMs advertising wing really wants this to be seen. Production on yours was best of the three.

Sweet. Haven't upgraded my groupset on my gravel/allroad bike for 5 years. This could be the one.

That bike looks amazing.

Just picked up a YT Szepter Core 3 with Rival 1x XPLR and Rudy XPLR fork for about $2500 new. I love the feel and how amazing the Rival setup is especially at this price!

The ad I got was a Sram Rival eTap AXS commercial xD

I want this groupset! Sounds like GCN has some pretty noisy motorbikes you're filming from! Any thoughts of going quiet and electric?

I know you were paid by SRAM to make this but it's much better than the Cycling Tips video on the same subject, they got there quicker but you guys did a way better job and gave more info in a shorter time. Funny also that people in the comments here are quite keen on it, whereas the Shimano fanboys got proper stuck in on Cycling Tips. Affordable electronic shifting is a much needed step in the cycling industry. Far easier to maintain, very reliable now and all you need to do is make sure it's charged, can't be that hard. And hopefully it will lead to mechanical groups decreasing in price like Di2 did for Ultegra mechanical, that's a good thing.

This guy is the best on this channel. He is well informed, mature and pleasant to listen to

One of the advantages of 1st generation was that if you just bought RD,FD and shifters (+chargers batteries etc) you could stick it on any bike that took 11 speed. No longer. Do you need the whole shebang? Adding chain and cassette - yeah, ok. but some questions that have to been addressed, what rear hub specs are necessary for 12 speed cassettes, do you need a crankset, what BBs do the crankset fit? Mildly concerning if I was a customer with "some" money to spend.

Excellent news, looking forward to pairing the Rival shifters with the GX derailleur on my 1x gravel bike.

That’s damn nice for this price! Especially wireless But I am still waiting for 105 Di2

Very nice! I will look for it in my next bike. Thankful for trickle down technology

That might be the best looking bike i have ever seen

great video - got me thinking about Rival axs and a bike that has it.

THAT WHOLE BIKE ! Have you seen that? Wow

Shimano is probably freaking out right about now😂

Hopefully this will push Shimano on the 105 side of things. However I honestly think they'll work out the totally wireless bit first.

Damn optimistic thinking it's easier to find a lithium AAA around the house than a CR2032. You're even more likely to be able to find a CR2032 at your supermarket than a lithium AAA.

wait for the rim brake version

Man this Looks bling 💎👌🏼😍😍

Amazing value! Very excited for this To become available.

Powermeter for $250 fits my Sram force crankset---NICE

Everyone talking about costs and no one is listening to Si - no one buys a groupset in itself... so when you buy your next bike you have a choice example; Canyon Ultimate 105 = 2.4k Canyon Ultimate Rival Etap = MAYBE 2.5 or 2.6k ish Which would you choose? (If you say mechanical you are just wrong)

is it compatible with 11 speed?

I love ULTEGRA Di2. So im sticking with that.

Glad to hear the new group set is more compatible with small hands, but how about for thick ankles?

Digging the green orbea

Cheaper wireless shifting? After fishing for my shifter cables for 1.5 hours it does sound nice

Just got it in a checkpoint sl6

Never once have I ever thought of switching too SRAM, until today. Electronic shifting is just way too pricey by Shimano. This more budget friendly option by SRAM is going to kill the Groupset of the people 105. Shimano need to bring out a 105 Di2 ASAP. Otherwise they're going to lose their stranglehold on the Groupset market Edit: SRAM have the best looking Cranksets by a mile imo

"There's nothing scary about the wireless bit" Cries in $900 replacement rear derailleur cost

I cant wait to get this on a Trek Emonda SLR6

If I had the money for it, I would be riding Rival eTap AXS as soon as possible.

Friendship with Shimano ended. Sram is now my best friend.

will this fore their mechanical group sets to drop in price?

Your the best at these videos Si !

Fantastic bit of kit for the bike, I’m using sram for years not a bother.

Excellent vid Simon - as always very thorough and straight to the exact questions I have in mind! I agree with your analysis - looks fantastic and checks off a staggering number of wants / needs / must haves.......IMO this is the begging of the end of mechanical groupsets (yeah I said it!) especially when you consider how much easier it is to install and how immune it is from the (many) issues that come up with good old cables, including routing them at tight angles through new headset and handlebar designs that are clearly leading the charge these days. If you want to put everything inside a frame / make them completely out of view, Electronic groupsets are the way to go. Best new product from SRAM every IMO. The only question you didn't address that I think is especially pertinent these days: Availability and lead time!? I fear it will be very hard to get your hands on these sets than we care to discuss - even getting a chain from Sram these days is a 4-6 month delay for some models (the whole industry is reeling though admittedly - not picking on just SRAM of course). I want - but when can I have ?!?!?!?!

Great value power meter option there, looks the business too.

If there was a rim brake option I would buy the hell outta this 😪

Thanks for the price info here.

I can't find any detailed video on how to bleed (or re-bleed) new 2021 Sram Rival eTap AXS brakes. Particularly where on calipers should be connected syringes and what is the port (standard or edge)? All Sram video instructions are outdated (for old models).

You can build a rim brake version if you really want to by using red or force axs rim shifters and calipers paired with rival axs chainset, FD and RD, chain and cassette

Group Prices: From $1,190 (1x no power meter) to ($1,639 2x with power meter) Component Prices: Front derailleur- $175 (no battery), rear derailleur- $255 (no battery), crank- $130 (1x no power) to $349 (2x with power), cassette- $125, chain $30, shift-brake- $400/pair, rotors- $50/each, eTap derailleur battery- $55/each Weights: Front derailleur- 180g (with battery), rear derailleur- 366g (with battery), crank- 844g (2x no power), cassette- 282g (10-30), chain- 266g (120 links), shift-brake- 845g (pair, with calipers), rotors- 315g (pair, 160mm Paceline Centerlock)

Campa has had their third tier Chorus groupset wireless for some years now.

When is it available for purchase? I've got a feeling these are going to sell out fast

Nice video! It's a shame Orbea's all out of stock. I'm currently looking for my n+1 and really wanted one.

From @SRAMroad on twitter in regards to Rival eTap AXS being “disc brakes only” - “Still compatible with rim brakes if you pair the Rival drivetrain with Force or Red AXS rim brake controls.”

105 di2?

Still waiting on wireless rim brake

Amazing Orbea Build…Would love for featured bike and kit detail specs to be listed in description…

pushing shimano to release Di2 105?

That green on the bike tho👌

Imagine if the new dura ace is still 11 speed and wired, they'd be crapping their pants about now.

Can you make a video about a mullet option for gravel bikes with the new GX MTB groupset? Maybe a video for GCN Tech

Disc brake only. End of discussion. 🤣

Rival eTap AXS vs GRX Di2 video please 🙏

Let me just say that groupset weighs 3kilos..Which is a lotttt

Thanks a lot for the wonderful video. Could you please confirm if the rear derailleur is RIVAL RD MAX 36T ? Does this support the 10-36 cassette? Thanks a lot.

nice, I bought 105 3 months ago :D

105 di2 next. Time for the groupset of the people to move into the modern age!