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2012: The Spring of SRAM - Winning is a habit*

In February SRAM globally introduced SRAM RED-2012. One highly publicized fact about the new groupset is that we took everything we knew from original SRAM RED, and then we literally started over. Loaded with innovation and invention, SRAM’s top-end groupset is all-new, yet remains the lightest, fastest, and most ergonomic groupset ever built. Beyond the [...]

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SRAM Chain Spotter: Integrated solution for perfect protection

Beautifully integrated with the all-new SRAM RED-2012 YAW front derailleur, the SRAM chain spotter is a simple yet elegant complement to your drivetrain. It assures accurate performance while protecting your frame, and will now be made available as an aftermarket part. Professional road racers and teams use the SRAM chain spotter as an integrated part [...]

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New SRAM RED PC1091R Chain - light, smooth, and easy to install

The strongest link is every link - the newest PC 1091R chain features more heavily chamfered outer plates for improved shif- ting and quieter running. Other advancements include a new inner plate finish plus chrome hardened pin construction, both for longer chain life. The hollowPin construction of SRAM‘s 10 speed PowerChain provides smooth, precise shifting [...]

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New SRAM RED Brake Calipers - powerful, light, aero, and did we say powerful?

Your brakes should not slow you down until you squeeze the levers. That is why the new SRAM RED brakeset has been created with a host of wind-cheating features to make the brake body more aerodynamic, helping you keep your speed until the moment you are ready. The new patented Aerolink arm reduces frontal area [...]

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New SRAM RED Quarq Power Meter - the power of information

Now is what power should be - lighter, more accurate power meter completely integrated with the philosophy and performance of SRAM RED. Advances in technology and performance paired with unrivaled ease-of-use. The sleek new geometry reduces system weight and delivers clearance for oversized frames and aerodynamic chainrings. The only visible power component is the low [...]

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New SRAM RED Crankset - power transfer perfection

Hollow! Innovation often comes from places you would least expect. In order to make a lighter crankset, we made it bigger. To add stiffness, we used less material. The new SRAM RED ExogramTM Crankset is completely hollow all the way to the spider. Its hidden bolt pattern makes better use of carbon fiber to further [...]

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New SRAM RED Front Derailleur - no trim ever with Yaw technology!

At the front - the new SRAM RED Front Derailleur seriously changes everything. Instead of simply moving back and forth, the derailleur cage actually rotates to maintain a consistent angular relationship with the chain. We call it Yaw Technology, and it eliminates the need for shifter trim. As a result, shifts feel more direct, more [...]

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New SRAM RED Rear Derailleur - precise, quiet, and incredibly light

Bringing up the rear - if you want the fastest, quietest shifting around, look no further. The new SRAM RED Rear Derailleur has been designed to deliver the performance advantage you have come to expect from SRAM. The derailleur is designed with our Exact Actuation technology for precise, efficient shifting. We have paid rapt attention [...]

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New SRAM RED Shift Levers - DoubleTap and a whole lot more…

Change starts with the shifters - the new SRAM RED ErgoDynamic Shifters represent our most advanced thinking yet on perfecting the interface between rider and bike. We have scrutinized everything, including the transition between handlebar and hoods, the grip texture, finger wrap, and the separate interfaces with both the shifter and brake lever. The result [...]

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SRAM RED ProTeam bikes at Tour Down Under

Santos Tour Down Under kicks off SRAM RED’s World Tour Campaign! In 2012 five ProTeams are riding SRAM RED componentry. Let’s have a look to their winning machines…. OMEGA PHARMA-QUICK-STEP CYCLING TEAM (BEL): TDU starting list: Gerald Ciolek (Ger)/ Matt Brammeier (Irl)/ Serge Pauwels (Ned)/ Andrew Fenn (Gbr)/ Gert Steegmans (Bel)/ Matteo Trentin (Ukn)/ Julien Vermote (Bel) Matteo Trentin [...]

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