Are SRAM Apex Gears any good?
Overall, we found the SRAM Apex groupset ideal for entry-level riding. And it’s pretty darn good for more demanding riders too, or with more expertise, especially those that sometimes need lower gears.
Is SRAM Apex good for gravel?
The gravel bike – Shimano GRX doesn’t have a simple task Before that, the majority of us were riding with two chainrings), and Apex is the undisputed gravel king when it comes to price/quality ratio of the components. It’s also one of the cheaper 1×11 groupsets that’s suitable for gravel riding.
Is SRAM Force better than apex?
The Rival groupset, as a mid-range groupset, does come with superior shifting. It’s much sharper and faster than the Apex. The Apex also appears slightly less robust. The two groupsets don’t have much apart in terms of weight, for most cyclists the difference is minimal.
Is SRAM Apex 10-speed?
There are some downsides, though. For example, while its SRAM groupset stablemates and Shimano 105 — its nearest competitor — now offer cassettes with 11 sprockets, Apex is only 10-speed.
What is SRAM Apex equivalent to in Shimano?
Shimano’s Tiagra is, however, the relative equivalent of SRAM Apex. Despite them being very similar, there are some critical differences between these groupsets.
Does SRAM Apex have a clutch?
SRAM’s Apex® 1 drivetrain provides the gear range and the shifting simplicity to let you simply go where you want. The Apex 1 rear derailleur makes that gearing choice a reality with clean, crisp shifts, thanks to SRAM’s X-HORIZON™ geometry and our ROLLER BEARING CLUTCH™. Just go: Apex 1 will get you there.
Can you mix SRAM with Shimano?
Most importantly, YOU CANNOT mix Shimano and SRAM hydraulic brake parts. The SRAM rear derailleur (mech) will not work with a Shimano shifter as is; the cable pull and shift activation ratios are not the same between the two systems.
When did the SRAM apex groupset come out?
When the SRAM Apex groupset appeared on the scene in late 2010 it heralded the start of a gearing revolution. By using all its experience creating mountain bike gearsets, with Apex SRAM was able to fit — for the first time on a road bike — cassettes with up to 32 teeth on the biggest sprocket.
Are SRAM apex brakes any good?
Also, all the other SRAM groupsets now have the option of hydraulic brakes, but Apex’s are still resolutely mechanical (although SRAM does have the after-market 10-speed-compatible S-700 Hydro hydraulic brake system). In any case, we wouldn’t worry too much about that. Apex’s stock mechanical rim brakes are actually superb.
How much does the SRAM apex weigh?
Weight is a respectable 872g, with the new Apex GXP bottom bracket. This features SRAM’s new gutter seal design, which caused a noticeable amount of drag upon installation but broke in acceptably and held up well during our winter test period.
What is the difference between apex and other SRAM cassettes?
For example, while its SRAM groupset stablemates and Shimano 105 — its nearest competitor — now offer cassettes with 11 sprockets, Apex is only 10-speed. Also, all the other SRAM groupsets now have the option of hydraulic brakes, but Apex’s are still resolutely mechanical (although SRAM does have the after-market 10-speed-compatible S-700 Hydro