SRAM releases new Red XPLR AXS groupset in 13-speed, plus mega wide, aerodynamic gravel wheels and gravel-specific handlebar

SRAM releases 13-speed RED XPLR AXS groupset and wide Zipp 303 gravel wheels.

SRAM has refreshed its top-tier gravel components, with an update of the electronic Red XPLR AXS groupset, incorporating new technologies and going 13-speed. Also launched are Zipp 303 XPLR SW & S wheelsets with extra wide, deep rims, and Zipp SL 70 XPLR carbon handlebars. 

But why now? There’s no question, gravel riding has exploded in the last few years and continues to gain momentum. Gravel events and races are popping up everywhere (think The Gralloch, Dirty Reiver, Unbound Gravel and the Migration Gravel Race) and, as a result, the fields are getting hugely competitive. All the leading brands are releasing gravel-specific components, with Shimano GRX, SRAM XPLR and Campagnolo Ekar in their ranges.