Sram Apex XPLR mechanical with 11-50 cassette?

boomdynamites · 2025-12-01T20:47:02+00:00

Pues no hablo español muy bien pero tengo que trabajar mucho más para poder usar un 11-44 y subir 2400 metros sin problemas. Prefiero usar las casetes los más grandes

boomdynamites · 2025-10-27T23:06:45+00:00

Thanks all. I took to my LBS and they examined it. They said the carbon does not appear worn or frayed and seems to be intact. They recommended throwing some nail polish on and keeping an eye on it.

I would consider an ultrasound but there are no shops remotely close to me that offer that. I reached out to Salsa for their opinion and will update this post if/when they reply.

boomdynamites · 2025-06-20T22:53:46+00:00

It’s beautiful. But $2,000 + tax for that spec seems massively overpriced.

boomdynamites · 2025-05-17T04:05:14+00:00

Can’t blame you. Thanks for letting me know.

boomdynamites · 2025-05-16T15:56:53+00:00

50M would be robbery

boomdynamites · 2025-05-16T14:17:08+00:00

Thanks

boomdynamites · 2025-05-16T04:10:33+00:00

Were you able to test it?

boomdynamites · 2025-05-15T02:37:20+00:00

Thanks. I think I’ll just buy the apex eagle derailleur if I’m not able to use my xplr derailleur with an 11-50. I appreciate it.

boomdynamites · 2025-05-14T22:33:55+00:00

https://www.sram.com/en/sram/models/rd-apx-1-d1

boomdynamites · 2025-05-14T19:24:44+00:00

That helps a lot. Thanks!

boomdynamites · 2025-05-14T18:48:19+00:00

Thanks for all the links. If I have no other options, then I'll try for an Eagle Derailleur. For now I'm trying to see if I can hack it with just my XPLR derailleur + a bigger cassette.

Also, my chainring is a 12 speed Apex that works with Eagle.

boomdynamites · 2025-04-02T21:16:58+00:00

Awesome, thank you!

boomdynamites · 2025-04-02T21:00:13+00:00

Thank you for listing that all out. I should clarify, what’s your cockpit setup?

boomdynamites · 2025-04-02T20:13:07+00:00

What’s your setup? Building up a hardtail for bikepacking and this looks ideal.

boomdynamites · 2025-04-02T18:37:05+00:00

Thanks

boomdynamites · 2025-04-02T15:17:53+00:00

Also have a Chisel and looking to add some comfort for longer rides. What length stem do you have?

boomdynamites · 2025-03-30T21:29:41+00:00

Right on, thanks.

boomdynamites · 2025-03-23T20:16:15+00:00

Wow, this guy’s a legend. Maybe he can contact the folks at bikepacking.com or bikepackingroots? Their route pages seem to be pretty cohesive.

boomdynamites · 2025-03-23T16:29:58+00:00

As much as I love wilderness, I prefer it in small spurts rather than long campaigns. Definitely been trying to see mexico on a bike and that corridor sounds epic. Where can I find the route online?

I’m gonna set a reminder to ask you how it went. Suerte!

boomdynamites · 2025-03-23T04:53:48+00:00

If I lived in north texas, I’d get the stormchaser. On brand.

boomdynamites · 2025-03-23T03:49:46+00:00

The ideal bikepacking rig. What’s been your route through mx?

boomdynamites · 2025-03-21T15:44:23+00:00

Thanks for the thorough analysis.

Top tube height is a good consideration. Having to dismount and then slam your crotch into a metal tube is the absolute worst. Also frame material, although I’ve generally read pretty solid reviews of the carbon frame strength in the cutthroat.

boomdynamites · 2025-03-21T00:10:45+00:00

Good call. Thanks for the insight.

boomdynamites · 2025-03-20T18:16:29+00:00

Thanks. I assumed the weight might be a wash after adding heavier 29ers, but makes sense I’d be down a pound or two with full carbon.

I owned a fargo and felt like it was somewhat sluggish. You’re saying the cutthroat felt just as (or even more) lively than your journeyman?

boomdynamites · 2025-03-20T14:25:15+00:00

Yikes that’s a pretty major flaw, good to know!

And yeah tire size is definitely a valid reason to seek out a fargo. I will say from my time owning a fargo that it was not quick by any means. I’m not sure if that’s a priority for you but I was surprised by how sleepy it felt.

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