In his recent video, DesFit takes a deep dive into the newly updated 2025 SRAM Force AXS groupset, putting it through its paces to see how it stacks up against SRAM’s top-tier Red offering. With a total weight of 2,959 grams and a price tag of $2,842 USD when equipped with a power meter, the revamped Force AXS delivers serious performance at a more approachable cost. Highlights include dramatically improved braking power, smoother front shifting, redesigned shifter ergonomics with bonus shift buttons, and a versatile XPLR 1x option for gravel riders. Full review below.

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Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant

Much like New Belgium Brewing, the Rio is synonymous with Fort Collins cycling. Patrick McGaughran, the owner of all five Colorado Rios opened the first restaurant here in Fort Collins in 1986. He first sponsored an elite road team in 1999. His title sponsorship of that team continues nearly 25 years later and has catapulted riders like Tejay van Garderen, Chad Haga and Mara Abbot into the World Tour. In addition to the elite road team, Pat has advertised on YGR since 2009 (my second…

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