Technique

On Test: Sram X0 2011

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Category: Sram

Published on Wednesday, 24 November 2010 06:49

Written by Luca Salvatelli

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The group Sram X0 has been revised in many details and is now also available in a range of 4 colors. Among the main features of the crank carbon fiber and the ability to choose between 2x10 and 3x10. The rear derailleur cage is available with short, medium and long, in four colors (red, black, blue and now), it weighs about 190 grams, while the front derailleur has a weight of 130 grams and is available in different versions for double and triple, as well as different steps of the cables. The crank has carbon cranks, always with the possibility to choose between 4 different colors and is available with double or crowns 22/32/44, 26/39, 28/42. Depending on the configuration has a weight between 728 and 788 grams. The commands are always available in the four dedicated graphic and have a weight of 232 grams. The brakes have perforated discs widely available in sizes of 140/160/185 and 203 mm in diameter. They have a weight of 333 grams. The weights are those reported by Sram.

The road test

The test that we submitted to the group Sram X0 was short, but intense and that in and bring out any positive aspects. The group is nice, but do not excel, however, for its price range is pretty good. Excellent choice of four different colors. The crank is rigid and sufficiently scorevole, other models may be even more rigid, but they are also heavier. Excellent choice of ratios, suitable for all uses. Good ergonomics and controls are easy to reach, characterized by a short excursion, which facilitates its use. Good precision front and rear derailleur, while the speed is excellent passages of the report. A mole may be formed by some noise, very noticeable when you change the chain is shot. Equally excellent brakes, powerful and scalable enough. Other products are more modular, but is lost in braking power. Finally a good group that is the weight and speed changes in relation to its weapons. Excellent customization options and the strength of the braking system. Among the defects we can include some noise in the passages of the report and not as commands sliding as other competitors. The price of about Euro 1250, is high, but proportionate to the quality of the product.

Positive aspects

Build Quality
Accuracy in steps of relationship
Braking power
Speed ratio in steps
Light weight

Noise ratio in steps
Fluidity of the controls

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