TAOS TIER FOUR SRAM RIVAL XPLR AXS ZIPP 303 XPLR

All-day fast. Ready for Adventure.
For riders who want a Taos that's reliable, lively, and surprisingly playful, this Rival XPLR build brings the kit together for a ride that's ready for everything. SRAM's Rival XPLR electronic groupset delivers crisp, intuitive shifting through a 40T chainring and 10-46T cassette, letting you tackle climbs, flats, or fast rolling descents with confidence.
ZIPP 303 XPLR S wheels give the Taos a lively yet planted feel. Quick to accelerate, stable in crosswinds, and ready for rough pavement or gravel detours. Wrapped in Goodyear XPLR Inter 45mm tires the ride stays connected to the road while smoothing out chatter.
The Taos' modern long-reach, low-BB, slack head-tube geometry makes the ride feel steady at speed, confident when pointing downhill, yet responsive through tighter corners. With a chainstay length of 430mm and head-tube angles in the ~ 68.75-69.75° range, the platform strikes a sublime balance between stability and agility.
Thanks to clearance for up to 50mm tires and suspension-corrected geometry (adjustable fork rake via flip-chip, rigid or forked setups), the Taos adapts to everything from fast rolling hard pack to rough gravel, and even single track.
Ideal ride surface? Think smooth segues into open gravel roads, forest service tracks, canyon descents and back onto tarmac - this bike is built for long-haul versatility and spirited adventure wherever your pedals take you.

Frame:  One-piece, UD (uni-directional) carbon monocoque frame and fork, 142mm thru-axle, UDH compatible, flat mount disc

Fork:  Full carbon, front axle Flip-Chip 45/51mm, integrated crown race, hidden cabling. 100mm thru-axle, 160/180 rotor
compatible

Drivetrain:  SRAM RIVAL XLPR AXS electronic groupset

Brakes (Front & Rear):  SRAM RIVAL AXS, hydraulic disc

Shift Levers:  SRAM RIVAL AXS, hydraulic disc

Rear Derailleur: SRAM RIVAL XPLR AXS, 13sp

Cassette:  SRAM RIVAL XPLR, 10-46T, 13sp

Chain:  SRAM RIVAL Flattop, 12/13-speed

Crankset:  SRAM RIVAL XPLR Crankset, 40T chainring (available in 165, 170, 172.5.175mm lengths)

Bottom Bracket:  T47, internal, 85.5mm width (optional upgrade to CeramicSpeed bottom bracket)

Wheels:  ZIPP 303 XPLR S carbon wheelset, hookless, center-lock disc, 1760/76D hub

Tires:  Goodyear XPLR Inter 45mm, tubeless ready (comes stock with sealant for set up)

Handlebar:  FSA K-Wing AGX carbon bar, 31.8mm diameter, integrated routing compatible

Stem:  FSA SMR-II, integrated and semi-integrated routing compatible

Seatpost:  Parlee Carbon post, 25mm offset/FSA SL-K Carbon Black post, Omm offset, 31.6mm diameter, or similar

Saddle:  Ergon SR Allroad Comp

Headset:  Integrated 1552 upper and lower, Enduro stainless bearings (optional upgrade to CeramicSpeed bearings)

Front Derailleur Option:  Braze-on, removable, includes 1x blanking panel

Flex-Fit Spacers:  Included ENVE, FSA, and PRO short and tall top caps and universal fit cap