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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Mick McDill with Alpine Dental Health is among the strongest masters mountain bikers in Northern Colorado (despite the stereotype, he does not ride a Yeti) with strong results at the Leadville 100, BC Bike Race, Breck Epic, and, more importantly, the Sendtown Tuesday night races. He's one of my favorite nemeses on Tuesday nights. I've yet to beat the PR I set while chasing him down Kimmons way back during a Lory Mountain Bike Challenge race. He's a longtime member of the Northern Colorado…

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